Intro
Also called Lokaiskaya, the Lokai is a saddle breed of Asian descent that is bred in central and southern Tajikistan. They were developed by the Uzbek Lokai tribe in the 16th century in an attempt to improve the native local breeds.
Origins
Various bloodlines were used including the Iomud, Akhal-Teke, Karabair and Arabian. These are perhaps the shortest in stature of the central Asian breeds and there is not a great deal of physical conformity within the breed. They are actually bred more for their curly hair genetics than any other physical characteristic.
There are several different types within the Lokai breed, based on where they are bred. Northern animals tend to be coarser and more robust, while southern animals have a more refined constitution.
Features
Average height 14.4 – 15.6 hands
Their coats have characteristic curls
Physique
Head is short with a straight profile but can be coarse and bulky
Neck is medium in length, lean and often low set
Back is straight, wide and short
Chest is deep and broad
Legs aren’t always soundly set but solid
Hooves are hard
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Alert and spirited
Loyal and true
Use
Riding horse
Pack animal
Tourism
Meat production
Milk
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