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Abaco Barb

Abaco Barb

Size: 3/5

The Abaco Barb is (or was) a critically endangered breed from the Bahamas. Descendants of shipwrecked Spanish horses, they are a symbol of resilience.

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American Indian Horse

American Indian Horse

Size: 3/5

The American Indian Horse is not just a breed, it is a living legacy. Descended from horses brought by the Spanish and adapted by native tribes, it is a symbol of endurance and versatility.

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Andalusian Horse (PRE)

Andalusian Horse (PRE)

Size: 3/5

The Andalusian Horse, or Pura Raza Española (PRE), is the "Horse of Kings." Synonymous with art, nobility, and classic beauty, it is the embodiment of baroque elegance.

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Appaloosa

Appaloosa

Size: 3/5

The Appaloosa is famous for its colorful spotted coat. Bred by the Nez Perce Indians, it is a hardy, agile horse with an unmistakable appearance.

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Arabian Horse

Arabian Horse

Size: 2/5

The Arabian Horse is pure poetry in motion. One of the oldest and noblest breeds, famous for its endurance, intelligence, and distinctive chiseled head.

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Ardenner

Ardenner

Size: 5/5

The Ardenner is one of the oldest draft breeds in the world. A gentle giant with immense strength and a calm temperament.

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Australian Riding Pony

Australian Riding Pony

Size: 2/5

The Australian Riding Pony is the perfect blend of elegance and functionality. An ideal sport pony for children aiming to compete.

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Baluchi Horse

Baluchi Horse

Size: 3/5

The Baluchi horse is a hidden gem from Pakistan. Known for its inward-curving ears (Marwari style) and incredible endurance in desert terrains.

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Camargue

Camargue

Size: 3/5

The Camargue horse is the symbol of wild freedom. Small, white, and hardy, it has survived for centuries in the marshes of southern France.

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Carolina Marsh Tacky

Carolina Marsh Tacky

Size: 3/5

The Carolina Marsh Tacky is a rare breed from South Carolina. Bred to survive in swamps and marshes, it is small, brave, and expert at navigating terrain where other horses sink.

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Castillonnais

Castillonnais

Size: 3/5

The Castillonnais is a small rustic horse from the French Pyrenees. Known for its black or dark bay color with fire marks, it is a sure-footed mountaineer.

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Clydesdale

Clydesdale

Size: 5/5

The Clydesdale is one of the gentlest giants of the equine world. Famous for its immense strength, large feathered hooves, and appearance in iconic commercials.

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Czech Warmblood

Czech Warmblood

Size: 4/5

The Czech Warmblood is a modern, versatile, and athletic sport horse. Bred in the Czech Republic, it is popular in show jumping and dressage.

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Haflinger

Haflinger

Size: 3/5

The Haflinger, known as the "Golden Pony", is a small but sturdy breed from the Alps. Famous for its chestnut coat and flaxen mane, it is the ideal family horse.

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Liebenthaler

Liebenthaler

Size: 3/5

The Liebenthaler is a unique breed created in Germany in an attempt to "recreate" the European wild horse (Tarpan). They live in semi-wild herds.

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Mustang

Mustang

Size: 3/5

The Mustang is a free-roaming horse of the American West that first descended from horses brought to the Americas by the Spanish.

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Nordlandshest/Lyngshest

Nordlandshest/Lyngshest

Size: 3/5

The Nordlandshest (or Lyngshest) is the pride of northern Norway. A robust and versatile Viking pony that was on the brink of extinction.

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Percheron

Percheron

Size: 5/5

The Percheron is a gentle giant from France. Known for its immense strength, intelligence, and docility, it is the most elegant of heavy draft horses.

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Quarter Horse

Quarter Horse

Size: 3/5

The Quarter Horse is America's most popular horse. Famous for its explosive speed over short distances, its "cow sense," and its unmatched versatility.

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Russian Heavy Draft

Russian Heavy Draft

Size: 4/5

The Russian Heavy Draft is a marvel of Soviet engineering. A small but immensely powerful and efficient draft horse.

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Shire

Shire

Size: 5/5

The Shire is a gentle colossus. It holds the record for being the largest horse in the world. It is an immensely strong but docile British draft horse.

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