Origins
Also called Plevna and Pleveska, the Pleven is a half-bred horse that comes from Bulgaria. Development began in 1898 by crossing the best local animals with Arabian and Anglo-Arabian blood. Later Gidran stallions were introduced and by 1951 there had become a fixed type as the breed was officially recognized.
Features
Average height 15.3 – 16 hands
Physique
Head has a straight profile
Neck is long and muscular
Chest is broad and deep
Shoulders are sloped
Legs are well shaped and muscular with broad joints
Hooves are hard and sound
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Calm and willing
Use
Sport horse
Riding horse