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Equine Identification- Colors and Markings

Other Identifying Marks

Other permanent marks on the horse may be useful in helping to further identify a horse. Scars may be listed by size and location.

Dark spots on coat
Dark spots on coat
Dark spots (Bend Or spots) may appear on the coat of some horses.
 
Dimples
(prophets thumbprint)
Chestnuts
Cowlicks
(hair whorls)

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