Uzunyayla Horse

Uzunyayla

Origins

The Uzunyayla Horse comes from Turkey and was developed in the mid 19th century. It is believed that their ancestors came from Caucasus which means they are probably related to the Kabarda & they were bred pure in Turkey until the start of the 20th century when Anadolu & Nonius blood was added.

Features

Average height 14.1 – 15.1 hands

Physique

Head is large with a concave profile
Eyes are small
Neck is medium in length
Legs are strong with good joints
Feet are well shaped & tough with coarse feathering

Traditional Colors

Generally bay

Use

Riding horse
Pack animal
Harness horse

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