Kiger Mustang Horse

Intro

The Kiger mustang doesn’t come from North America originally, but it’s history begins in the Pacific Northwest of the United States in a remote area of Oregon.

Origins

In the early 1970’s the Bureau of Land Management found a small herd of feral horses in a remote area in southeast Oregon. Upon capture the animals were all found to exhibit the primitive markings of the dun color modifier. The Kigers also display characteristics of Spanish animals and are thought to be the purest descendant of horses brought to North America by the Conquistadors.

Since their discovery, the BLM has managed their breeding and promoted the type, as they are thought to have incredibly pure bloodlines. They are unique in that they almost all carry the dun factor, regardless of their base color. This includes primitive markings, including rarer brindling off the dorsal stripe, leg barring and face mask. White markings are not desired.

Physically they are a baroque type, with rounded contours and an elegant stance. Their proportions are well balanced, providing the impression of refined strength.

Features

Average 14.2 hands, tend to be taller when raised in captivity
Usually display primitive markings
Surefooted

Physique

Head is medium sized and clean with a straight, slightly sub-concave or sub-convex
Ears are hooked at the tips and wide set
Neck is high and arched
Chest is narrow but deep
Shoulder is sloped
Back is short
Hindquarters are square
Strong legs built for distance
Hard, solid hooves of oblong shape