France Category

Breeds of horse found in France, a country in Western Europe. There are many French breeds, from the globally loved Percheron to the relatively unknown Barraquand Vercors Horse.

Hague Pony

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The Haguard Horse, Bidet de la Hague or Hague Pony is a breed of Bidet horse which is bred in the Hague region of Normandy, France
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Cheval Lorrain

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The Cheval lorrain, or Haretard which is not an endearing nickname, rather a moniker for poorly bred horses, looked upon with contempt. France has almost always produced fine horseflesh.
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Celtic Horse

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There are a number of pony breeds which can be called Celtic, most of them are related to one another on some level. The original was a wild horse found on the British Isles and parts of Western Europe, which as the name suggests, was probably domesticated by the Celts
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Burgundian Horse

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The Burgundian Horse or Bourguignon was a type used in the Duchy of Burgundy during the Middle Ages. This type was favored by knights, as they were brave, robust and powerful. Modern Auxois and Ardennes breeds are thought to be descendants of this type.
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Brittany Post Horse

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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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Black Coach Horse of Cotentin

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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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Bidet of Morvan

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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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Angevin Horse

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Now extinct, the Angevin Horse was bred to be a robust riding type and their hardiness made them popular as military mounts. Never an officially recognized breed, they are named for the Angevin region where they were bred.
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Barraquand Vercors Horse

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The Cheval du Vercors de Barraquand or Barraquand Vercors Horse is a rustic horse which comes from the Vercors mountains and is known to be particularly surefooted.
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French Dressage Horse

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The Cheval de Dressage Français or French Dressage Horse is not a specific breed, but rather a type of horse that excels at the sport of Dressage. The registry is meant to promote and develop the breeding of this specific type.
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