Norway Category

Breeds of horse found in Norway, a Scandinavian nation with mountains, glaciers and coastal fjords. There are a handful of breeds found in the country, many of them heavier pony or draft types.

Norwegian Warmblood

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Like most European warmblood breeds the registry found in Norway accepts animals based on temperament, athletic ability and performance.
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Norwegian Fjord Horse

Intro

Also called Fjord Horse, Norwegian Dun, Norwegian Pony, West Norway, West Norwegian, Westland, Northern Dun and Fjordhest, the Norwegian Fjord is an ancient breed and one that retains many of it’s original characteristics.
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Lyngen Horse

Intro

Also called the Northland Pony, Nordland Pony, Nordlandshest and Lyngshest, the origins of the Lyngen Horse are a mystery.
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Kaldblodstraver

Intro

Also called Coldblooded Trotter Coldblooded Traveling Rail, Norwegian Heavy Trotter and Norsk Kaldblodstraver, the Kaldblodstraver is a hardy coldblooded animal that is popular for racing in Norway.
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Døle Gudbrandsdal

Intro

Also known as Dølehest, Ostlandhester, Døle Trotter and Norwegian Trotter, the Døle Gudbrandsdal is the most widespread breed in Norway today and one of the smallest cold blooded breeds.
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