Tobiano Vs. Overo

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Tobiano

Overo

The head will usually be marked like a solid colored horse, may have a blaze, stripe or star.

Head

The head marking are often bald, apron or bonnet faced.

All four legs will usually be white at least below the hocks and knees.

Legs

At least one leg and often all four will be dark. Body markings are often irregular, rather scattered and/or splashy white markings.

Will usually be regular and distinct, often oval or round patterns that extend down over the neck and chest giving the appearance of a shield. Will have a dark color in one or both flanks.

Body

Usually the white will not cross the back of the horse and the tail will usually be one color.

Predominately dark or white.

Color

Predominately dark or white.

Tail

Usually one color

Per APHA 2001 Rule Book


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