Anglo-Karachai

Anglo-Karachai Horse

Intro

A type of the Kabardas horse that is bred specifically in the Karachai republic. These animals tend to be of the most robust type of Kabardas horse and split off as their own breed during the 1960’s. The introduction of Thoroughbred blood was what created the Anglo-Karachai horse.

Origins

This is a Russian breed originated by crossing English, German and French Thoroughbreds with local Karachai animals. The breeding unofficially started in the early 1870’s, but it wasn’t until the mid 20th century before the breed took hold.

Features

Average height 15.2 – 16 hands
Possesses an easy, well-balanced gait

Physique

A slight ‘ram’s head’ facial profile
Straight line back
Well muscled loin, a lovely sloped croup with a low set flowing tail
Neck is long with very oblique shoulders (although shoulder position varies depending on how high the Thoroughbred breed-share is)
The foundation is strong, with well anchored limbs

Colors

All colors

Use

Saddle horse
Pleasure horse

Temperament

Calm and collected these animals are ready to work with incredible direction capacity.

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