Also called Salernitano and Salernitana, the Salerno horse comes from the Campania region of Italy in the 18th century. These animals were based on the Neapolitan horse<\/a> (also a foundation for the Lipizzaner<\/a>). They are very similar to the Persano Horse<\/a> but they are distinct breeds according to the DAD-IS. The Salerno horse comes from a combination of local mares with Thoroughbred<\/a>, Andalusian<\/a> and Arabian<\/a>. They became known for their strength and widely held in high regard. Although their numbers did decline by the turn of the 20th century, there was a revival of the breed and the Persano was separated into its own studbook. Sadly it didn’t last and mechanization has caused their numbers to plummet. According to the DAD-IS they are critical and as of 2023 there were 244 left. <\/p>\n Average height 16 – 1.2 hands<\/p>\n Head is fine with clear Spanish influence Generally brown<\/a> but can be found in other solid colors<\/a><\/p>\n Sensible and brave Riding horse
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Physique<\/h3>\n
\nNeck is medium in length
\nShoulder is muscular, long and sloped
\nChest is deep and wide
\nBack is short & strong
\nLegs are well formed with strong joints
\nHooves have good structure<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n
\nIntelligent and curious<\/p>\nUse<\/h3>\n
\nLight agriculture
\nShow horse
\nMilitary<\/p>\nVideo<\/h3>\n