Explore the many horse breeds which no longer exist – understand their influence from all parts of the world, their traits, and characteristics.
Known as the “Navarin Horse”, the Castillonais is one of the most popular breeds of the Iberian Peninsula. These horses can be found in the southern French region of Provence, where they are native. If you’d like to know more about the breed, read on! This article will introduce you to the history and characteristics…
The Narragansett Pacer horse was noted for its ease of motion, ability to propel its rider along a straight line, and luxurious saddle gaits. This was an important trait for the horse, as it made long trips possible in sparsely populated colonies. This horse was once a popular type, but the colonists banned them and…
The Mazury Horse is a Polish breed that originated in Masuria. It was bred at Liski stud in Masuria, and was depicted on a 1963 Polish postage stamp. The breed’s popularity has prompted various attempts to resurrect the breed. Read on to learn more about this fascinating horse. There are also several varieties of the…
The Spanish Jennet Horse is a breed of American horses that is gaited and may have pinto or leopard markings. Its conformation is supposed to be similar to the historical Spanish Jennet, which was a popular riding horse in Renaissance Europe. Now, it is incorporated into the Pura Raza Espaola. The horse’s history and appearance…
The Irish hobby horse is an extinct breed of horse. It was originally developed in Ireland, before the thirteenth century. Some of its bloodlines contributed to the creation of several modern horse breeds. These include the Connemara pony, Irish Draught, and Palfrey (also known as the haubini or hobbeye). OED definition of hobby horse A…
The Karacabey Horse was a type of light riding horse that once roamed Turkey. Today, they’re considered extinct, but their descendants are still considered one of the most beautiful horses. Whether you’re looking for an enchanting light-riding horse or are just interested in the history of horses, read on to learn more about this unique…
The Galloway pony was an extinct breed of horse that was once native to northern England and Scotland. They were known for their good looks and wide chest, and tended to pace rather than trot. The breed was first bred in Swaledale in the 18th century, with the main purpose of hauling lead ore. Today,…
The Ferghana horse is a very important breed of horse. Before the war with China, the Ferghana rulers had closed their borders to the equine trade. This decision cost the country war with China. It was because of the Ferghana horses that the Chinese had to stop the trade. Now, the Ferghana horse has become…
If you love riding horses, the Cheval du Morvan is the perfect destination for you. This area is home to over 600 km of marked trails in the smallest mountain range in France. Located in the French Alps, Morvan is a horse lover’s paradise. The region also offers many horse-friendly lodging options. For the best…
The Charolais is a breed of extinct warmblood horse. The breed is named for the countryside surrounding the town of Charolles in Burgundy’s Saône-et-Loire department. This horse is a popular breed for riding and breeding. Here are some interesting facts about this breed. Let’s begin! The Charolais Horse was originally a warmblood and is considered…