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Kushum Horse

Country of Origin: Kazakhstan

Kushum

Intro

Also called Kushmakaya, the Kushum breed was developed in the Ural mountain region of Kazakhstan from 1931 to 1976.

Origins

The goal of this breeding program was to produce war mounts well suited to living in herds year round. Native Kazakh mares were crossed with Thoroughbreds, halfbreds & trotters for good size & gaits. Special care was taken to retain the hardiness & adaptability of the Kazakh breed.

Features

Average height 15 – 15.3 hands

Physique

Head is large but not coarse
Neck is average in length
Back is long & flat
Chest is broad & deep
Legs are well set

Traditional Colors

chestnut | bay

Use

Milk production
Military
Racing (trotting)

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Country of Origin: Kazakhstan | Colors: ,
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