The Tolfetano Horse comes from the mountainous town in Tolfa in the north of the Rome province. They are a strain of the original Maremmano<\/a> breed, their genetics different due to an infusion of English Thoroughbred<\/a>. Although it is known that their bloodlines are ancient, their exact origins are a mystery. However they are thought to originally possess Berber<\/a> blood. Over the years, a hostile climate and lack of resources (not to mention hard work for the local people) have shaped this into an incredibly hardy horse. <\/p>\n The breed was officially recognized in 1992 and the Tolfetano Horse Association was formed in 1994 by a group of enthusiasts who wanted a registry to track the remaining pure animals. <\/p>\n Average height 14.3 – 16 hands<\/p>\n Head is well proportioned with a rams profile Bay<\/a>, brown<\/a> and black<\/a><\/p>\n Courageous and independent Meat production Associazione Italiana Allevatori (AIA)<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nNeck is short and well attached
\nShoulder is short and slightly inclined
\nBack is strong and may be dipped
\nChest is medium
\nLegs are short with strong, dry joints
\nHooves are narrow and strong<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
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\nLively and intelligent<\/p>\nUse<\/h3>\n
\nCow horse
\nRiding horse
\nPack animals
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