Abyssinian Horse
Intro
The bloodlines of this breed have been diluted with many other breeds, so the animals come in a variety of different shapes and colors.
Origins
One of the oldest recorded breeds, the Abyssinian (also called the Gala) bloodlines come from Ethiopia and later spread along the coast of the red sea.
Features
Average height 13 -14 hands
Bred for strength and agility as mountain pack and work horses
Physique
There is a great deal of variation in the color, size and confirmation of this breed
Coat is short and coarse, often with rosettes which they have been bred specifically to keep
Traditional Colors
All colors
Temperament
Strong and willing, these are hot weather animals bred as workhorses
Use
Work horses
Pleasure horse
Show horse
Helpful Links
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Where to Buy
Abyssinian Horse Art
Athiopien Ethiopia Ethiopia
Athiopien Ethiopia Ethiopia