Intro
Cirit or jeered is an ancient Turkish game played on horseback. The name translates to javelin, which were used to play the original game. Today it is played with sticks and the horses used to play this game are called Cirit Horses.
Origins
Not necessarily a breed, for now it’s more of a type (they are not listed in the DAD-IS). There is discussion surrounding whether they constitute a breed. Animals bred for the sport utilize different bloodline mixes to maximize specific strengths required for the game. Most commonly the crosses involve Arabian animals bred with local Anadolu or Karabair horses from neighboring countries.
Features
Average height 14.3 – 15 hands
Small horse with great strength and endurance
Physique
Head is small and can have concave profile
Neck is short and thick
Withers are low
Chest is narrow
Legs are strong with good bone
Feet are hard
Traditional Colors
Found in most common colors
Temperament
Highly energetic and intelligent
Brave and dependable
Use
Sport
Helpful Links
The domestic livestock resources of Turkey
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