Also called Cavallo Appenninico, the Apennine horse is a strain of Frieberg<\/a> breed, imported to Italy and bred. They can be found in the Apennine Mountains between the milia and Tuscany regions. A relatively new breed for the nation, the Apennine breed began late in the 20th century. Frieberg animals were imported from Switzerland and introduced them to land in the hills above Iano. They adapted to the climate incredibly well and the breed grew quickly. An economical breed, they are appreciated for their ability to withstand extreme climates and poor fodder. <\/p>\n They were recognized as a breed in 2010 and according to the DAD-IS they are listed as endangered and as of 2023 there were 722 left.<\/p>\n Average height 13.8-15.7 hands<\/p>\n Head is light with a straight profile Solid colors<\/a>, mostly bay<\/a>, brown<\/a> or chestnut<\/a>, sometimes with no white markings<\/a> at all (called zaino). <\/p>\n Docile and kind<\/p>\n Riding
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Physique<\/h3>\n
\nShoulder is inclined
\nChest is broad
\nWithers are raised
\nBack is wide
\nHindquarters are wide and sloped<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
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Use<\/h3>\n
\nTrekking
\nMeat production
\nAgriculture<\/p>\nVideo<\/h3>\n