Intro
Also called Guba, the Azerbaijan is a saddle horse that comes from regions of Azerbaijan, as well as parts of Georgia and Armenia. This breed has long been native to the area and are well adapted to herd life.
Origins
Developed as a saddle-pack animal, this breed was also favored as a war horse due to their robust character. The Azerbaijan stock has been enhanced with both Arabian and Tersk blood. This breed is known for an unstable temperament (due to largely wild herding instincts) and their natural pacing gait.
Types of Azerbaijan Horse
These original native animals have given rise to several types of horses bred in the Azerbaijan region – they are generally named for their specific place of breeding. These types are: Karabakh horse, Cuban pacers, Shirvan horse and Deliboz.
Features
Average height 13.1 – 14 hands
Healthy with a long life span
Natural sense of balance
Can be a natural pacer
Can have a lengthwise fold in their tongue which gives the impression of a forked tongue
Physique
Head is wedge shaped with large, expressive eyes
Neck is high-set, muscular and medium in length
Chest is wide and well-developed
Back is short, straight and wide
Legs are very long and strong with good hooves
Mane & tail are sparse
Traditional Colors
black | chestnut | grey | bay | dun | buckskin & palomino
Temperament
Highly strung and full of vigor
Fast
Use
Racehorses
Pack horse
Transportation
Helpful Links
Equestrian Federation of Azerbaijan Republic
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