Angevin Horse

Intro

Now extinct, the Angevin Horse was bred to be a robust riding type and their hardiness made them popular as military mounts. Never an officially recognized breed, they are named for the Angevin region where they were bred.

Origins

Bred to be strong, beautiful and fast, this riding type carried the blood of Arabian, Thoroughbred, Breton and Percheron. While at one time popular for military, as the 20th century became more mechanized Angevin breeding stock was merged with several other riding types and became the Selle Français studbook in 1958.

Features

Average height 14.7-15.5 hands

Physique

Head is handsome
Eyes are large
ears are well-set
Withers are mild
Tail well-set
Legs are dry
Hocks are flat
Hooves are sound

Traditional Colors

Generally bay

Temperament

Strong and obedient

Use

Cavalry
Hunting
Racing
Agriculture
Riding