Intro
The Campolina is one of the larger Brazilian breeds and notable for their characteristic convex nose.
Origins
Developed by Cassiano Campolina in Entre Rios de Minas, Minas Gerais, Brazil in 1857 and ramped up in 1870 when a mare named Medéia (of Barb blood) was crossed with an Andalusian stallion. The result of this coupling was a dark grey colt named Monarca who is considered the flagship stud of the Campolina breed.
Over the years breeding concentrated on genetic improvement and smoothness of gait and the blood of Mangalarga Machador, Anglo-Norman, Clydesdale, Holsteiner and American Saddle horse blood was added. In 1934 the studbook was closed to outside breeds and a breed standard was created (which was later updated in 1975 and 1993).
Features
Average height 15 – 16.2 hands
Gaited breed and have a smooth, ambling gait
Physique
head is trapezoidal in shape with convex profile – though not a true Roman nose
Neck is arched, muscular and proportioned
Chest is deep and wide
Back is medium in length
Mane and tail hair is silky
Legs are strong with well-defined tendons and strong joints
Hooves are round, solid, dark and hard
Tail is low set
Traditional Colors
All colors
Temperament
Easy mannered and well behaved
Docile but active and proud
Use
Riding horse
Dressage horse
Driving
Useful Links
Campolina Horse Brazilian Breeders Association, (ABCCCampolina)
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