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Like most sport horse breeds, the Bulgarian Sport Horse is bred for performance and not necessarily to preserve specific breed genetics. The bloodlines sought are those that are athletic and strong.
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Yuta Horse
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The Yuta horse is a small horse breed indigenous to Bhutan and one of the handful of breeds found in the country. They are incredibly hardy and their placid temperament is preferred to donkeys as pack animals.
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Merak Saktenpata
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The Merak-Saktenpata is a rare breed of ponies native to Bhutan, found primarily in the Trashigang region. They are named for the Merak and Sakten village blocks where they are found.
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Boeta Horse
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The Boeta horse is a robust pony type that originates from the sturdy ponies of Tibet. Now among the three breeds reported to the DAD-IS for Bhutan.
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Flemish Horse
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Also known as Vlaams Paard and Cheval Flamand, the Flemish Horse is a breed of heavy draft that comes from Flanders, or the northern part of modern Belgium. In an effort to conserve their bloodlines the studbook for this breed was merged into the Belgian Draft breed.
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Garabakh Horse
Old Austrian Warmblood
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The Austrian Warmblood comes from an area that has long been known for creating fine horseflesh (including the handsome Kladruber and the ethereal Lipizzaner).
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Sardinian Anglo-Arab
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As the name suggests, the Anglo-Arabo-Sardo or Sardinian Anglo-Arab comes from the island of Sardinia in Italy.
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South Africa Vlaamperd
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The South African Vlaamperd comes from the western Cape Region of South Africa. Their name translates to “Flemish Horse” referring to their strong initial Friesian influence. This Flemish heritage provides them a defining characteristic, a beautiful black coat (although mares may be dark seal).
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