Intro
Also called the Megrelakaya and Mingrelian, the Megrel breed is bred in the region of Kolchida in western Georgia and they are the smallest of the Caucasian horses.
Origins
Perhaps the most ancient of the Caucasian horses as well, they are direct descendants of the ancient Kolchida horse. This high moisture lowland of Georgia’s Black Sea Coast has been known for breeding great horseflesh since the 12th century.
More recently attempts have been made to create a larger animal using these hardy and adaptable bloodlines. However crosses have been largely unsuccessful as the Megrel characteristics tend to be dominant.
Features
Average height 112.2 hands
Physique
Head is large with a straight profile
Eyes tend to be small
Neck is short and thick
Back is straight
Legs are long and strong – hind legs can be cow hocked
Hooves are well shaped and hard
Traditional Colors
Use
Pack horse
Riding horse
Agriculture
