Intro
Almost every European country has a trotter (or two) and as it turns out, they transferred their love of trotting to countries throughout Latin America.
Origins
Horses are not native to Cuba, they were imported by Spanish explorers during the 16th century. Local people up and down the Americas recognized them as a vital tool and snapped them up whenever they could. Over the years horses in the New World with Iberian lineage became collectively called Criollo. The Cuban Trotter is a brother to the Criollo that was heavily influenced by them. In addition to Iberian blood, they were likely influenced by Canadian Horse blood mid 18th century. Later Morgan blood was added for refinement.
Features
Average height 13.8-15 hands
Physique
Head has a straight or slightly convex profile
Forehead is broad
Ears are small
Neck is broad
Back is short
Croup is slightly inclined
Legs are strong
Tail is low set
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Friendly and well mannered
Intelligent and energetic
Use
Harness
Light agriculture
Cow horse