Intro
Also called Hinisin Kolu Kisasi Ati, the Hinis Horse is thought by some to be extinct, however it is believed to still exist in small numbers in Turkey. Their full name Hinisin Kolu Kisasi Ati actually means ‘the short front legs of the Hinis Horse’.
Origins
A light breed of riding horse, the Hinis horse has been actively bred in Turkey for a century. Originally from the city of Hinis, from which it takes its name, the breed came from Arabian animals brought into the area bred with local Anadolu animals.
Appreciated for being agile and fast, with a high level of endurance and strong powers of recovery after a short rest. Once commonly used for cirit, they have been replaced with horses containing higher percentages of Arabian blood. They were once thought to be extinct, however a few pockets of them have been found. Today the breed is endangered and breeding is maintained by the Turkish government.
Features
Average height 13.2 – 14.3 hands
Physique
Head should have Arabian tendencies with straight or slightly concave profile
Wide set eyes
Ears are small and upright
Neck is short and thick
Chest is deep and wide
Legs are strong, front are shorter than the hind
Hooves are hard and black
Tail is high set
Traditional Colors
Generally bay, but found in most solid colors
Temperament
Energetic and dependable
Use
Riding
Pack animal
Light agriculture
Helpful Links
The domestic livestock resources of Turkey