Temperament<\/h3>\n
Lively and good natured
\nWell suited for riding
\nEven-tempered and hardy
\nBrave and true<\/p>\n
Use<\/h3>\n
Riding
\nHerding livestock
\nShow animals<\/p>\n
The Cmargue horse is one of the oldest breeds in the world and closely related to the remains of prehistoric animals that have been found in southern France.
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Although the breed is prehistoric in lineage, their origins are still a mystery. They may come from the ancient Soutr\u00e9 horse (now extinct). Over the years, many people have passed through and settled in the Camargue. The horses these people brought with them have all had an influence on the breed over the centuries. <\/p>\n
Camargue Horses are left to run wild and there are no strict breeding programs, reproduction and death happen as nature intended. In 1976 the French government set standards for the breed and in 1978 a stud book was established. Today the breed is protected to retain their prehistoric bloodlines. Due to centuries natural selection, these animals have become sturdy and adaptable, able with withstand harsh conditions and inadequate nutrition. <\/p>\n
Established in 1978, the studbook made some changes in the way they register in 2003. The name Camargue is used for animals born in the cradle of breeding and belonging to a herd that received a brand before weaning. The name Camargue Except Manade (outside of herd) is given to animals born in the cradle, but not belonging to a herd (presumably not branded). The last type is Camargue Hors Cradle, (born outside the cradle) for animals of pure bloodline, but bred at a stud outside of the cradle. <\/p>\n
Average height 13 – 14 hands
\nRugged and breeds true to type
\nEasily able to travel long distances and capable of withstanding extreme conditions<\/p>\n
Head is large and square with a straight or slightly convex profile
\nEyes are large and expressive
\nEars are short and broad
\nNeck is short, muscular and deep at the base
\nMane and tail hair is long and thick
\nBack is short and straight
\nChest is wide and deep
\nLegs are hardy with clean joints and strong, wide hooves<\/p>\n
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