Intro
The Mangalarga Marchador is the most popular and widely found horse in Brazil where they were developed in 1740 by Joao Francisco of Portugal.
Origins
This breed is decidedly Iberian in character, having come from a number of Spanish bloodlines and are perhaps the purest descendants of the now extinct Spanish Jennet. The Jennet is known for their smooth ambling gait. This breed quickly took hold across Brazil, in a time when horseback was the most efficient travel, smooth gaits and tireless energy made them sublimely suitable for the task.
The first breeders association was formed in 1949 to set standards for the breed and maintain some control over the bloodlines. No other breeds have been crossed with the Mangalarga Marchador keeping them incredibly pure.
Features
Average height 14.2 – 16 hands
Physique
Head is triangular with a straight profile
Eyes are large and dark
Ears are well set and erect with inwardly turned tips
Neck is muscular and arched
Chest is deep and muscular
Back is medium in length, straight and well muscled
Legs are muscular, long and straight
Colors
All colors except appaloosa white patterns
Temperament
Docile and willing
Eager to please
Use
Cattle horse
Riding horse
Transportation
Sport horse
Helpful Links
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US Mangalarga Marchador Association
Where to Buy
Summerwind Marchadors Future Foals Program
Montana Mangalarga Marchadors
Mangalarga Marchador Studs
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