Intro
Not an official breed, the Brittany Post Horse or Postier Breton is a light variety of Breton, bred specifically for harness work.
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There are many legendary European harness breeds, so it is notable for one to stand out amongst the crows. It seems the Black Coach Horse of Cotentin was in demand throughout Europe. In part appreciated for their uniquely black coat.
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The Bidet of Morvan or Bidet du Morvan is not an official breed. The term Bidet with regards to horses in France is a very old one, but today the term generally means country bred.
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The Bespechchny or Bespechny Horse is not an official breed, but rather one of the seven strains of Ukrainian Saddle Horses. Saddle horses in the country are notable for being extremely undemanding and easy keepers.
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The Argamak is an extinct breed that originates from Central Asia and considered a descendant of the ‘celestial horse’ to many on the continent. They are often called the first saddle horse bred in what is now Uzbekistan.
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The handsome and tough Arabian has been crossed with other breeds for a long time and many of the European countries have developed a breed crossing Arab blood with local types. The Arabian Bardigiano or Bardarab Horse is an example of an Italian cross with the robust Bardigiano.
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