Intro
The Galloway Pony is an extinct pony breed that came from Scotland, they were originally used as mounts for boarder raids and later by cattle drovers for herding their stock.
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Erlenbach Horse
Intro
Considered a half-bred, the Erlenbach or Simmental horse is an light saddle breed that comes from Erlenbach in the Simmental region of Switzerland.
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East Friesian Horse – Old Type
Intro
The original Old type Friesian breed is essentially extinct today, in pureblood form anyway. They were heavy animals and resembled drafts, however they carried warmblood traits and character.
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Cossack Horse
Intro
Also called Old Don, the Cossack Horse was an animal created and shaped for warfare. They are the foundation of modern day Don horses, used as a saddle or sport mount.
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Conestoga Horse
Intro
The Conestoga Horse was developed in the US during the 18th centuriy for pulling the famous Conestoga wagons which were produced in Lancaster County, PA. By 1900 they were considered extinct.
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Chilkov Horse
Intro
Also called Chilkovskaya and Shilkov, the Chilkov Horse started in the 17th century, developed in Republic of Buryatia, which is the far east of Russia. They are now listed in the DAD-IS as extinct as of 2006.
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Charollais Horse
Intro
This is an ancient breed that comes from a cross between Thoroughbred and Anglo Norman animals and was originally bred as a calvary mount. These days, they are popular sporting mounts often used for hunting.
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Chapman Horse
Origins
Also called Vardy, Northumberland Chapman and Bakewell, the Chapman horse is an extinct breed that was once native to England. Their name came about because they were used by chapmen (traveling salesmen) as pack horses for their wares. Although this breed was a versatile animal and strong enough to withstand much more strenuous labor.
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Calvinia Horse
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There were several different types of horse bred in the Cape Province, the foundation being a variety of different imported European bloodlines which contributed genetics. The Calvinia Horse is named for the town in which they were bred. This breed is listed as extinct in the DAD-IS as of 2006.
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Black Sea Horse
Intro
Also called the Chernomor and Chernomorskaya, the Black Sea Horse is very rare and extinct in pure form.
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