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 & 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 & joints
Hooves are small and hard
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Hardy and true
Spirited and high energy
Use
Show horse
Pleasure horse
Polo pony