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Intro<\/h3>\n

The Bakhtiari is a variant of the Plateau Persian horse of Iran, sharing basic conformation & heritage. They are mainly bred by the Bakhtiari tribesmen of Khuzestan Province in the south of Iran.
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Origins<\/h3>\n

The basis of this breed began in the 18th century with strains of Hamdani, Khuhilan, Nesman and other Arabian<\/a> types. However breeding become so mixed that the Bakhtiari cannot be compared to a purebred Arabian (in Iran, an Arabian horse is called Asil<\/a> which means pure). The objective was to create a well-bred horse that could be adapted to many climates found in the region. <\/p>\n

Bred by the Bakhtiari tribe from which they take their name, they are raised in semi-nomadic conditions. While not considered pure blood they are recognized by the World Arabian Horse Organization and more importantly they are essential to the tribe the maintains them. <\/p>\n

Features<\/h3>\n

Average height 14.3 hands<\/p>\n

Physique<\/h3>\n

Head is wedge-shaped, with straight or slightly dished profile
\nBig expressive eyes
\nShort curved ears
\nNeck is arched and muscular
\nBody is compact with short back
\nLegs are long and thin
\nTail is high set<\/p>\n

Traditional Colors<\/h3>\n

Black<\/a>, bay<\/a>, brown<\/a> and grey<\/a><\/p>\n

Temperament<\/h3>\n

Spirited
\nIntelligent
\nBold<\/p>\n

Use<\/h3>\n

Racing
\nRiding horse<\/p>\n

More Images<\/h3>\n
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