Intro
Not an official breed, the Nangchen horse is native to Tibet and thought to possess unique genetics.
Origins
The Nangchen can be found in the north of Tibet and over 13,000 feet above sea level, where they have likely been bred since around the 9th century. This interesting type was ‘officially’ discovered by Michel Peissel in 1993 while on an expedition to discover new horse types in Tibet. While they had obviously been known to the locals, his research did provide the rest of the world with a more detailed history. He concluded that this little horse was not genetically related to other types in the area and had been selectively bred in isolation for a very long time.
Features
Average height 13 hands
Due to their altitude, their lungs are larger than the average horse lung
Physique
Head is small with a straight or concave profile
Eyes are large
Ears are small
Neck is long and thin
Chest is deep
Back is straight
Hindquarters are round
Legs are long and thin
Hooves are small and oval shaped
Traditional Colors
Generally bay, brown, grey, chestnut or black
Temperament
Docile and useful
Use
Herding
Transportation
Riding
Racing
