Azteca
Intro
The Azteca is the first breed to be developed in Mexico and descendant of horses from Spain and Portugal, however the Andalusian is the foundation for the Azteca breed.
Origins
Breeding began in 1972 by crossing Andalusian blood with American Quarter horses and sometimes criollo animals.
In 1989 the Azteca breed registry was formed in the U.S.
bloodlines may be crossed back and forth as long as resulting animals are always 6/8 or less of any one breed.
Features
Average height 14.3 – 15 hands
Attractive warmblood horse
Physique
Head is lean with a straight or slightly convex profile
Neck is arched and muscular
Back is straight and short
Legs are well-muscled with good joints
Well shaped hooves
Traditional Colors
All solid colors
Temperament
Gentle and willing
Intelligent and easy to train
Proud and courageous
Use
Show horse
Riding horse
Transportation
Work horse
Helpful Links
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The American Azteca Horse International Association
The National Horse of Mexico