Intro
A type of Peruvian national horse, the Andean habitat is found above 9,000 feet in the Andes mountains. This great altitude has created an animal with amazing lung capacity & a thick, dense coat of fur.
Origins
This breed was developed in the harsh environment of the Andes mountains & is relatively common in Peru. Due to the extreme nature of their environment these small horses have developed amazing balance, strength & stamina.
There are three types of Andean horses, Peruvian Criollo, Andino & Morochuco, all three of which are distinct from the Peruvian Paso (the national horse of Peru). Similar to most South American Criollos, the Andean shows Barb & Andalusian influence – however they are distinctly Tibetan in conformation & nature.
Features
Average height 12 – 13.2 hands
Strong & able climber
Knows instinctively which plants are safe to eat
Resistant to fatigue
Physique
Head is heavy & subconvex
Forehead protrudes around the eyes
Neck is short & muscular
Skin is thick & coat is heavy
Pasterns are short & straight
Hooves are small & dark with high heels
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Tough as can be & willing to work
Docile & easy to care for
Use
Pack animal
Riding horse
