Portugal Category

Breeds of horse found in Portugal, Southern European nation on the Iberian Peninsula. Known for their fine horseflesh in Lusitano and Alter Reals, Portugal is also home to a grandfather of domestic horse, the Sorraia.

Anglo-Luso Horse

Intro

The Anglo-Luso comes from Portugal and began with the crossing of local Lusitano mares with English Thoroughbred stallions. Although many Portuguese people objected to the cross-breeding, considering it a pollution to their purebred animals.
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Alter Real Horse

Intro

The Alter Real breed comes from Alter de Chao, a small town in the Alentejo province of Portugal, where the flagship stud is still located. Real is the word for ‘royal’ in Portuguese, the Alter Real is the Royal breed of Alter.
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