The East Bulgarian Horse is common throughout Eastern Europe, although not so well known in the rest of the world. However, they are starting to make a name for themselves in a number of equestrian sports, including dressage and show jumping. Recently the primary focus of this breed is creating a quality sport horse.
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Horses have long played an instrumental role in the life and society of the people in Bulgaria, from transportation to war they were an essential element. In fact people came to the Balkin peninsula on horseback 1300 years ago. <\/p>\n
The East Bulgarian horse is of relatively new creation and comes from the stud farms of Kabiuk (near Sofia). Their development began late in the 19th century using local animals, Arabian<\/a>, Anglo-Arabian<\/a> and Thoroughbred<\/a> bloodlines. The goal was an halfbred horse that was suitable for rigging, racing and work. The breed was officially recognized in 1951. <\/p>\n Since then breeding programs have had their ups and downs, however recently the bloodlines of the East Bulgarian Horse have become more important within the culture. The local stock is now continuously improved using Arabian<\/a>, Thoroughbred<\/a>, Trakehner<\/a>, Hanoverian<\/a> and Haflinger<\/a> blood. According to the DAD-IS as of 2024 there were 158 left.<\/p>\n Average height 15.3 – 16 hands Head is light and elegant with a straight profile Solid colors<\/a><\/p>\n Wise and kind Transportation Association for the Eastbulgarian horse<\/a><\/p>\nFeatures<\/h3>\n
\nIncredibly tough, versatile and athletic<\/p>\nPhysique<\/h3>\n
\nEyes are large and lively
\nNeck is long and straight
\nChest is full and deep
\nShoulder is sloped and muscular
\nLegs are slender and solidly built
\nHooves are well-shaped and tough<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
Temperament<\/h3>\n
\nEnergetic and attentive<\/p>\nUse<\/h3>\n
\nRacing
\nRiding animal
\nLight farm work
\nCompetition animal<\/p>\nUseful Links<\/h3>\n
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