The unusual gait of the Missouri Fox Trotting horse sets the breed of horse apart.
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Tim and Milinda Laeger own several Missouri Fox Trotters at their ranch near Minatare, Neb.
Photo courtesy Milinda Laeger
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Missouri Fox Trotters are well known for their four-beat gait, their smooth ride, and sure-footedness.
Photo courtesy Milinda Laeger
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The Laegers, Tim and Milinda, own Vegas, a Missouri Fox Trotting stallion, who is available for breeding.
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Photo courtesy Milinda Laeger
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The Missouri Fox Trotter breed originated in the Ozarks of Missouri in the 1800s.
Photo courtesy Milinda Laeger
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Tim Laeger and his future hunting horse, a Missouri Fox Trotter. The breed is sure-footed, sturdy and hardy, good traits to have while hunting in the mountains.
Photo courtesy Milinda Laeger
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Freelance writer Ruth Nicolaus loves the Great Plains and its people. She lives in eastern Nebraska. Reach her at editorial@midwestmessenger.com .
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