Akhel Teke

["jsalas" <jsalas@tampabay.rr.com>]

Did I spell that right? Anyway, I have been looking at the stallions of this breed both here and abroad. There is one stallion in Texas that I think looks like the ideal athlete. Why don't I see more of this breed at rides? I am in Florida, so I only ride in the SE division, but would I see more out west? Up north? Where?? Would an Arabian/ Akhel cross be something to consider? Is anyone doing this? I know Bazy crossed the Curly with Arabians but the Curly is not very attractive.  No offense to anyone who owns one. I have yet to see one that got any refinement or pretty looks of the Arab and if I am going to look at a horse 24/7/365, it better be purty. At least cute. Now the Akhel isn't beautiful, but it has that greyhound look. Very fit and athletic and a pretty shiny coat. I talked to Margo Case a few years back when I first started looking at the Akhel and she said at that time there were very few in the US. That seems to be the case still, according to the  web site. I think the Arab/Akhel would be the ideal cross for endurance. I considered breeding my mare to one but picked Desperado V instead. Still an excellent choice and I thought a purebred would be best. I'm just real darn curious about this breed and how would they do in endurance. Anybody have one? I know there are lots of comments dying to come off your keyboards! Type me!! Lisa Salas, The oDd Farm