For centuries these animals were bred with little outside influence and were eventually singled out as their own breed. Due to their evolution under harsh weather and scarce food they have become tough animals that are easy to keep. In fact, they are often referred to as The Little Iron Horse. <\/p>\n
This tough little animal was valuable as a general utility animal and could be used for everything from plowing to pulling carriages. <\/p>\n
Strong Foundational Genetics<\/h3>\n
Mid 19th century the Canadian horse was found throughout Canada and the US. They were often used to improve other breeds and played an integral part in the development of the Morgan<\/a>, Tennessee Walking Horse<\/a>, Standardbred<\/a> and the American Saddlebred<\/a> breeds. <\/p>\n As they were exported from Canada their numbers began to dwindle in their native land. An increasing shift to farm machinery also took its toll on their numbers as they were primarily used as farm animals. By the 1870’s there were fewer than 400 left and breeding had hit a standstill. By the end of the decade the breed was fully recognized and protected. <\/p>\n The regeneration efforts paid off and by 1886 a stud book was established. In 1895 the Canadian Horse Breeders Association was formed. The formation of the breeders association renewed interest and in 1907 the Government stepped in and created an improved stud book. <\/p>\n The Canadian Horse has grown in popularity, although they are still classified as having critical numbers. According to the DAD-IS as of 2024 there was 233 left in Canada. The Equus Survival Trust lists them as threatened with an estimated population of less than 6000.<\/p>\n Average height 14 – 16 hands Head is short and finely chiseled black<\/a> | chestnut<\/a> | bay<\/a> | brown<\/a><\/p>\n Willing and kind Riding horse * all links open in a new window<\/small>Features<\/h3>\n
\nStrong and robust<\/p>\nPhysique<\/h3>\n
\nEars are thin and active
\nNeck is arched and gracefully attached
\nChest is broad and deep
\nBack is strong and straight
\nMane & tails are thick, long and wavy
\nLegs are strong and sturdy
\nFeet are well formed and tough<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n
\nSensible and sociable
\nSmart and eager to please<\/p>\nUse<\/h3>\n
\nFarm horse
\nShow horse<\/p>\nHelpful Links<\/h3>\n
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