Intro
The Comtois is a light draft horse that is thought to be descended from horses brought to France from Germany during the 4th century.
Origins
Bred robust & tough from farm work in rugged country, they were also used as war horses during the Middle Ages.
Today their numbers are second only to the Breton horse in their native France & they possess supreme balance and a surefooted nature.
Features
Average height 14.1 – 15.1 hands
Physique
Head is large & square with alert eyes
Neck is straight, short & muscular
Body is stocky & powerful
Back is long & straight
Legs are short & strong with good joints & clean tendons
Feet are nicely shaped and have little feathering
Traditional Colors
Generally chestnut with a flaxen mane & tail, can also be bay.
Temperament
Easy going and sociable
Lively and full of energy
Use
Draft & heavy agricultural work
Timber & vineyard work
Riding horse
Helpful Links
National Association of the Comtois Draft Horse, France
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