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Horses evolved in the Americas around four million years ago, but by about 10,000 years ago, they had mostly disappeared from the fossil record, per the Conversation. Spanish settlers likely first brought horses back to the Americas in 1519, when Hernan Cortes arrived on the continent in Mexico.

Scientists found that the ancestors of modern horses were domesticated in the northern Caucasus region in what is now southern Russia. They were bred for their stress tolerance and back strength, allowing humans to use them for transport, farming and warfare.

Indigenous knowledge and Western science have written a new tale about when horses most recently arrived in North America. Spaniards brought horses to Mexico in 1519. Indigenous peoples then took the reins, rapidly transporting offspring of those equine newcomers north along trade routes.

If you think a horse came from a different area you can contact the brand inspection board for the state that you are interested in. The brand department is usually under the jurisdiction of the state's department of agriculture. These professionals have the records to check to find out who owns the brand in question.

BRAND INSPECTION IS REQUIRED FOR CATTLE AND HORSES: Before crossing a county line or leaving the state, Before a change of ownership (this is the seller's responsibility), Before being sold at a livestock auction, Before slaughter at a licensed establishment.

Where to Find Free Horses If you know any horsey people, start by asking them. ... Horse rescues (see more info below) Local stables and riding academies. Tack and feed stores. Veterinary offices. Online classifieds: Equine.com has a special section just for free horse ads.