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Mangalarga Paulista Horse

Country of Origin: Brazil

Mangalarga Paulista Horse

Intro

The Mangalarga Pulista is a breed that was developed from the Mangalarga Marchador breed in Brazil, so their history is virtually the same.

Mangalarga Paulista Horse

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Origins

Essentially the Marchador breed was developed initially some of them were crossed with English Thoroughbred & Anglo-Arabian animals. The result of these specific crosses produced a handsome animal, but one that didn’t possess the smooth gaits characteristic of the Marchador.

Features

Average height 15 hands

Physique

Head is well proportioned with a straight profile
Eyes are large & expressive

Traditional Colors

chestnut | grey

Temperament

Calm & good natured
Intelligent & docile

Mangalarga Paulista Horse

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Use

Cattle horse
Riding horse
Sport mount

Video

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Country of Origin: Brazil | Colors: ,
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