Intro
Also called Norman Trotter and Trotteur français, the French Trotter’s genetics are perhaps the most closely tied to the Old Norman Horse of all the French breeds.
Origins
Breeding began early in the 19th century and developed from English Thoroughbred, Norfolk Trotter, Normandy and some Standardbred bloodlines. As interest in trotting continued to grow, so did the interest of breeding fast trotters.
Breeding (and training) is generally done on smaller farms and by family breeders where selective breeding is taken seriously. Rigorous testing is required of animals allowed to be registered and bred, as these animals are literally bred to trot.
Features
Average height 15.1 – 16.2 hands
Physique
There are not standardized features for this breed but characteristics seem to persist.
Head is handsome with a straight profile
Breastbone is prominent
Croup is long and wide
Hindquarters are rather short
Traditional Colors
All solid colors
Use
Primarily racing
Helpful Links
Trotteur Français – SECF, Société d’encouragement à l’élevage du cheval français
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