{"id":750,"date":"2010-08-09T11:45:11","date_gmt":"2010-08-09T11:45:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.theequinest.com\/breeds\/?p=750"},"modified":"2025-02-21T20:19:10","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T20:19:10","slug":"kiger-mustang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theequinest.com\/breeds\/kiger-mustang","title":{"rendered":"Kiger Mustang Horse"},"content":{"rendered":"

Intro<\/h3>\n

The Kiger mustang doesn’t come from North America originally, but it’s history begins in the Pacific Northwest of the United States in a remote area of Oregon.
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Origins<\/h3>\n

In the early 1970’s the Bureau of Land Management found a small herd of feral horses in a remote area in southeast Oregon. Upon capture the animals were all found to exhibit the primitive markings of the dun color modifier. The Kigers also display characteristics of Spanish animals and are thought to be the purest descendant of horses brought to North America by the Conquistadors.<\/p>\n

Since their discovery, the BLM has managed their breeding and promoted the type, as they are thought to have incredibly pure bloodlines. They are unique in that they almost all carry the dun factor<\/a>, regardless of their base color. This includes primitive markings, including rarer brindling off the dorsal stripe, leg barring and face mask. White markings are not desired. <\/p>\n

Physically they are a baroque type, with rounded contours and an elegant stance. Their proportions are well balanced, providing the impression of refined strength.<\/p>\n

Features<\/h3>\n

Average 14.2 hands, tend to be taller when raised in captivity
\nUsually display primitive markings
\nSurefooted<\/p>\n

Physique<\/h3>\n

Head is medium sized and clean with a straight, slightly sub-concave or sub-convex
\nEars are hooked at the tips and wide set
\nNeck is high and arched
\nChest is narrow but deep
\nShoulder is sloped
\nBack is short
\nHindquarters are square
\nStrong legs built for distance
\nHard, solid hooves of oblong shape<\/p>\n

Traditional Colors:<\/h3>\n

dun<\/a> | bay<\/a> | black<\/a> <\/p>\n

Temperament<\/h3>\n

High energy and high endurance
\nIntelligent and willing
\nFiery spirit
\nHighly attentive
\nFearless and bold<\/p>\n

Use<\/h3>\n

Take naturally to herding
\nPleasure horse<\/p>\n

Helpful Links<\/h3>\n

* All links open in a new window<\/small>
\nKiger Horse Association and Registry<\/a><\/p>\n

Where to Buy<\/h3>\n

Winter Wind Kigers<\/a><\/p>\n

More Images<\/h3>\n
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Video<\/h3>\n