Xiangfen Horse

Intro

The Xiangfen Horse is native to Xiangfen, in Shanxi, China, from which it takes its name. They are a definite Mongolian type small horse, made stronger for light draft purposes.

Origins

A smaller draft type, they were established in 1951 by crossing Ardennes with local Chinese Mongolian animals.

Features

Mane and tail hair is thick

Physique

Head is large
Neck is short and thick
Shoulders are straight
Chest is wide
Hindquarters are round
Hooves are hard

Traditional Colors

Usually bay or chestnut

Temperament

Calm and tractable

Use

Agriculture