Intro
The Argentine Anglo was developed through a need for a sport horse, lighter than the Criollo for sport in the country.
Origins
Their breeding began about 50 years ago and they were created by crossing Argentine Criollo mares with English Thoroughbred stallions. The resulting animal is a great sport horse with a special fitness for polo, they are known worldwide as exceptional polo ponies.
Features
Average height 14.7 – 15.7 hands
Tend to be large and Thoroughbred in apperance
Physique
An expressive, mid-sized head
Long neck
Sloping shoulders
Back is long and elastic with a long muscular croup
Legs are solid with good bones and joints
Hooves are small and hard
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Hardy and true
Spirited and high energy
Use
Show horse
Pleasure horse
Polo pony