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The purebred is a Romanian part-bred Hutzel (Huzel) with infusion of draught horse blood & they are extremely rare.
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The most common draft horse found in France, the Breton comes from Brittany and is ideal for heavy farm and agriculture work.
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The Bityug (or Bitcuk in Turkey) was a handsome trotting breed that originated in Russia by order of Tsar Pierre Le Grand.
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Also known as the Belgian Heavy Horse, Brabançon or Brabant, the Belgian Draft is not only one of the strongest draft breeds, but this breed has also held the world record for the tallest & the largest horses in the world.
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Originated in the Ardennes Mountains bordering Belgium & France but distinctly different from both the French & Swedish version of the breed.
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Native to the unforgiving climate in the steppe regions south of the Ural Mountains, the Bashkir horse is by nature an incredibly tough animal. Enduring long cold winters & short hot summers.
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The Trait Auxois or Auxois Horse is closely related to the Ardennes & has been bred specifically for their immense size since the start of the 20th century. They are one of the rarest French draft breeds in the world.
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Well-suited for desert climates, Donkeys became an integral part of the transport in Australia up until the 1930’s. In fact, these animals do so well in the Australian climate that their feral numbers have grown to the point of becoming a nuisance.
Origins
Donkeys have been domestic livestock in Australia since late in the 18th century when they were brought over from Calcutta. Their usefulness quickly became evident and breeding programs were set into place, drawing on the large Spanish donkeys and some American Jack Stock. However bloodlines or pedigree was not a specific priority to all breeders, so donkeys from Africa, South America and Asia made their way into the mix.
In 2005 the term Australian Teamster was coined by the EIDSA All Breeds, Inc. keeping with the original type a registry was formed and they were recognized as a breed.
There are two types of Teamsters:
Type A
No known crosses with English, Irish or Miniature donkeys & has some evidence of bloodline origins.
Type B
No known crosses with English, Irish or Miniature donkeys & without evidence of bloodline origins (physical inspection required). Also allows for crosses with America, Spanish & French animals.
Traditional Colors
Brown with a mealy gene | chestnut | dun | roan | pinto
Temperament
Willing and tough
Use
Pleasure mounts
Helpful Links
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The EIDSA All Breeds Register, Inc.
Rare Breeds
Australian Teamster Donkey
Breed Studs
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The Ardennes type draft horse is one of the basic foundations of all heavy draft breeds that exist today & they are a true cold-blooded breed.
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An Appendix Quarter (or American Appendix Horse) is a first generation cross between a registered Thoroughbred and an American Quarter Horse. They are registered as appendix but not initially eligible for a full AQHA registration.
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