Although this cross was met with resistance from purebred enthusiasts, some Haflinger<\/a> breeders thought that Arabian<\/a> blood would refine the breed and increase their athletic ability. The first three generations were approached with the goal of creating foals that better the original breed. The breeders were successful and the resulting crosses displayed a definite refinement of the Haflinger as well as an increase in their ability.<\/p>\n After many years of cross-breeding, the physical characteristics of the Haflinger breed persist, but have been slightly refined into a more elegant mount. The result is a small riding horse with rectangular shape and refined Arabian features.<\/p>\n Average height 13.5 – 14.5 hands Head is short with a concave profile Chestnut<\/a>, with flaxen<\/a> mane and tail. <\/p>\n Approachable & kind Pleasure horse
\n<\/p>\nOrigins<\/h3>\n
Features<\/h3>\n
\nCorrect, strong foundation<\/p>\nPhysique<\/h3>\n
\nEyes are large and alert
\nNeck is well set
\nShoulder is deep and oblique
\nBack is long
\nCroup is sloping
\nLegs are slim with large joints<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n
\nEasy to handle with a balanced temperament
\nMakes a great children’s mount<\/p>\nUse<\/h3>\n
\nShow horse<\/p>\nVideo<\/h3>\n