Intro
The Saxony Warmblood is a robust warmblood breed with a much heavier body type than the warmblood sporting horses of today. They are bred in the areas of Saxony and Thuringia, and although they are a heavy in type they are not to be confused with the Saxon-Turinga Coldblood.
Origins
Their bloodlines come from East Friesian and Oldenburg animals and they were bred large initially because they were primarily used for agriculture, transportation and artillery hauling.
By the mid to late 20th century the numbers of Saxony Warmblood animals was almost zero in favor of smaller, more agile sporting types. By 1971 their breeding ended altogether, mechanization of agriculture had rendered them unmarketable. However, the Saxony had some fans and in 1977 a breeding program began to keep their bloodlines alive. Luckily the program was successful and their numbers have grown, however the breed is still in danger.
Features
Average height 16 – 16.3 hands
Physique
Head is expressive
Neck is medium and well muscled
Shoulder is plain and long
Traditional Colors
All colors
Use
Riding horse
Carriage horse
Military