Intro
The modern day East Friesian bears little resemblance to the to the old East Friesian breed from which it comes. The modern breed is more closely related to today’s Oldenburg.
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East Friesian Horse – Old Type
Intro
The original Old type Friesian breed is essentially extinct today, in pureblood form anyway. They were heavy animals and resembled drafts, however they carried warmblood traits & character.
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East Bulgarian Horse
Intro
The East Bulgarian Horse is common throughout Eastern Europe, although not so well known in the rest of the world. However, they are starting to make a name for themselves in a number of equestrian sports, including dressage & show jumping. Recently the primary focus of this breed is creating a quality sport horse.
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Døle Gudbrandsdal
Intro
Also known as Dølehest, Ostlandhester, Døle Trotter and Norwegian Trotter the Døle Gudbrandsdal is the most widespread breed in Norway today & one of the smallest cold blooded breeds.
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Dülmen Pony
Intro
The Dülmen Pony is the only remaining pony of German origin that has always lived in completely natural conditions. Mother Nature has formed this breed, not mankind. That alone makes them rare in the world of horse breeds which have almost always been shaped by our needs.
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Dutch Warmblood Horse
Intro
A quick success story, the Dutch Warmblood or (KWPN) came about from two different breeds blended together for their specific strengths. Now used for all forms of competitive riding and driving, this engineered horse was a total success.
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Dutch Mini Horse
Origins
The Nederlands Mini Paarden or the Dutch Mini Horse comes from the Netherlands and is a relatively new little breed. Their studbook was formed in 1993 & there are two different sizes, mini & oversized.
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Dutch Harness Horse
Dutch Draft Horse
Intro
Similar in build to the Belgian Draft, the Dutch Draft was created using their blood along with the lineage of Zeeland and Ardennes animals.
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