Intro
The Jielin, Jilin or Kirin Horse comes from the Baicheng, Changchun and Sipling Districts of China which is an agricultural area that is very suitable for horse breeding.
Origins
The horses in this area originally came from Mongolia and small in stature. However their small size did not meet the local agricultural requirements. After the 1950’s local bred Ardennes and Don animals were crossed with local stock to provide some height and bulk.
This produced both heavy and light types of the breed which were then carefully cross bred with each other. In 1962 a suitable stallion was named the flagship stud and the new breed was established, it was officially recognized in the late 1970’s.
Features
Average height 14.9-15.4 hands
Physique
Head is medium in size
Body is massive in construction
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Good natured and obedient
Docile and dependable
Use
Agriculture
Transportation
Riding horse
Improving local breeds