As the name implies, this is a Latvian strain of the well-loved Ardennes breed<\/a>, developed in many countries. Traditionally, horse breeding in Latvia was to develop three specific types of animals, a draft type, a sport horse and a light riding horse. It is not clear when the Ardennes was first introduced into the country, but they would have come as part of the draft breeding programs. <\/p>\n Their numbers have dwindled as the need for heavy animals has declined. In 2016, the government put breeding programs in place to preserve their bloodlines. According to the DAD-IS the Latvian Ardenis is critical and in 2023 there were only 23 left. <\/p>\n Average height 15 \u2013 16 hands<\/p>\n Head is heavy and broad with a straight or slightly convex profile Solid colors<\/a><\/p>\n Kind and cooperative<\/p>\n Draft<\/p>\n
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\nBody is broad, muscular and compact.
\nLegs are short and sturdy with strong joints
\nFeet are small for the animals size, but well made and strong<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
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