Horse coat patterns refer to the various colors and markings found on a horse's coat. Common patterns include solid, pinto, and appaloosa. A solid coat is one uniform color, while a pinto features large patches of white and another color. Appaloosas are known for their distinctive spotted patterns, which can vary widely in size and distribution. Markings on a horse can also include specific features like blazes, snips, and stockings. A blaze is a wide stripe down the face, a snip is a small white mark on the nose, and stockings are white markings that extend up the legs. These patterns and markings help identify individual horses.