Intro
The Sztumski Coldblood is one of a handful of draft types bred in Poland, this strain is named for the Sztum locality in the northeast where it is bred.
Origins
Breeding of this type began in the first half of the 19th century, crossing local mares with Ardennes, Belgian and Breton stallions. In 1964 a studbook was established to track and promote breeding. However like many of the draft breeds, their numbers declined during the late 20th century.
In 1964 a centralized studbook was established and all of the different draft types found in the nation were consolidated. From what we can tell, the Sztumski is a type under the Polish Coldblood registry. The Sztumski type is the largest, heaviest draft bred in Poland. This is due to the poor soil quality in the area, making it difficult to cultivate and giving rise to the need for more robust animals to work it.
Features
Average height 15.6-16 hands
Physique
Head is heavy with a straight profile
Neck is thick and arched
Body is massive
Back is short
Hindquarters are muscular
Legs are short and strong
Traditional Colors
Solid colors
Temperament
Calm and dependable
Use
Draft
Meat production
Milk
Riding
Helpful Links
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Polish Genetic Biodiversity Programs
Genetic Differentiation of the Two Types of Polish Cold-blooded Horses Included in the National Conservation Program