Intro
Also called the Deliboz, Daliboz and Delibozskaya, the Dilbaz is a domestic breed from Ganja-Kazakh and Shaki-Zagataia Regions of Azerbaijan.
Origins
The Dilbaz originated at the end of the 18th century and is a composite of local Azerbaijan stock crossed with Arabian and Turkish bloodlines. Their bloodlines are similar to the Karabakh and a descendant of the ancient Azerbaijan breed.
In 1943 state breeding cooperatives were established to to improve horse populations and since 1950 the Dilbaz breed has been further improved through Arabian and Tersk blood.
Features
Average height 14.2 hands
Many possess a natural pacing gait
Physique
Head is clean and short with a broad forehead
Neck is heavy and compact
Body is massive with a clean top line
Legs are clean and well proportioned
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Uncertain temperament is characteristic of this breed.
Use
Riding horse
Pack animal
Improving other breeds