Intro
Also called the Dongolah and Dongolawi, the Dongala is believed to have come from the Dongala Providence in Sudan and thought to be a degenerate strain of Barb with Arabian influence. They are similar in looks and bloodlines to other breeds of West Africa who almost all fall collectively under the West African Barb category.
Origins
It is believed that these animals are descendant from Iberian horses brought to Egypt in the 13th century. Despite their ancient roots, these animals are not known for their looks or breeding. However this is not due to lack of natural potential, but rather due to a lack of formal management of bloodlines.
Local customs decree that riding stallions is more prestigious, plus breeding is time consuming and expensive, so animals are often purchased from neighboring countries. This leaves the area short on female animals and full of sub-par Dongola stallion genetics.
Although they come from Dongala, they are widely used in Cameroon and the type has persisted based on the needs of local people.
Features
Average height 15 – 15.2 hands
Physique
Head is large and rough with characteristically pronounced convex profile
Back is long
Chest is flat and high
Legs are long and thin
Hooves are hard
Traditional Colors
chestnut | black | bay | pinto | grey | brown
Temperament
High strung and spirited
Intelligent and bold
Use
Riding horse
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