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Origins<\/h3>\n
Andalusian type horses are known by many different names including Iberian Saddle\/War horse, Lusitano<\/a>, Alter Real<\/a>, Carthusian, Spanish Horse, Portuguese, Peninsular and Castilian. They are officially known as the Purebred Spanish Horse (Pura Raza Espa\u00f1ola) and have long been thought to embody perfection when it comes to horseflesh.<\/p>\n Their roots and convex profile are likely to have come from Asian influence prior to the Muslim invasion of the Iberian peninsula. Some believe that Barb<\/a> blood influenced the roman nose of this breed, however Iberian horses displayed their grand profile centuries before the Barb came to be. Although the two breeds have likely been crossbred throughout the years. <\/p>\n In spite of their lengthy history, all living Andalusian animals can trace their lineage back to a small number of animals bred by religious orders during the 18th and 19th centuries. During the 19th century war ripped through Spain and most available horseflesh was requisitioned or stolen. During this same time an epidemic caused purebred numbers to further decline, as did an influx of Norman<\/a> and Arabian<\/a> blood. <\/p>\n Throughout all of the chaos, one small herd was kept hidden from the destruction at the Carthusian monastery near the coast of Jarez de la Frontera. This herd was later used to renew the breed.<\/p>\n Early in the 20th century breeding trends changed in Spain and the traditional Spanish animals lost even more footing. Since then they have made a slow comeback. The modern Andalusian wasn’t exported from the country until 1962 at which time they made their way to Australia and the Americas (for the second time). <\/p>\n During the 21st century this handsome breed is on the rise & continued growth is expected. Their popularity worldwide is undeniable and their history is entwined with that of the people who have kept their bloodlines alive. <\/p>\n Pure Spanish blood infuses animals with a graceful and noble presence. When introduced to other breeds, they markedly improve stock and their strong qualities persist throughout generations. Their breeding began and is still taken very seriously in the region of Andalusia, Spain. It is from this region that they take perhaps their most well-known names. <\/p>\n Average height 15.1 – 15.3 hands Large sculpted head with convex profile grey<\/a> | bay<\/a> | black<\/a> | chestnut<\/a> Intelligent General riding * All links open in a new window<\/small>Shaped by War<\/h3>\n
Modern Andalusian<\/h3>\n
Valued Infusion<\/h3>\n
Features<\/h3>\n
\nAthletic with a strong presence
\nElegant springy action
\nHigh degree of flexion possible in hind legs<\/p>\nPhysique<\/h3>\n
\nBright eyes and a kind expression
\nElegant arched neck
\nDeep, short-coupled body
\nStrong round hindquarters
\nShort cannon bones
\nFlowing mane and tail<\/p>\nTraditional Colors:<\/h3>\n
\nLess commonly cremello | perlino | buckskin | palomino<\/a> | dun<\/a><\/p>\nTemperament<\/h3>\n
\nAffectionate
\nCourageous
\nSpirited<\/p>\nUse<\/h3>\n
\nShow horses
\nPerformance animals<\/p>\nHelpful Links<\/h3>\n
\nAssociation of Breeders of Purebred Spanish Horses<\/a>
\nOfficial Breeds Catalogue<\/a>
\nInternational Andalusian & Lusitano Horse Association<\/a>
\nAssociation of the Foundation Andalusian Horse<\/a>
\nAndalusian Horse Association of Australasia<\/a>
\nThe British Association for the Purebred Spanish Horse<\/a>
\nNew Zealand Iberian Horse Association<\/a><\/p>\nWhere to Buy<\/h3>\n
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