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The Canadian Horse or Le Cheval Canadien originated
from horses sent to Quebec by King Louis XIV in the late 1600's. These
horses, the best from the King's stable, were of French Norman, Breton,
Arab, Andalusian and Spanish Barb descent. |
| Origin: Canada. |
| Colour: Black, chestnut, bay or dark brown. |
| Height: Average 14 to 16 Hands. |
| Conformation: Straight legs, good feet, and a
well balanced, compact and muscular body. |
| Character: They are recognizable by their
finely chiseled heads, arched necks and long, thick and often wavy tails
and manes. They have sturdy legs with good bone, and have exceptionally
hard, strong feet. They are renowned for their kind, sociable natures,
intelligence and willingness to please. |
| Uses: Dressage, Hunter Jumper, Eventing,
Endurance, Trail, Packing, Ranch Work, Mounted Patrol, Logging, Carriage
Driving, Combined Driving, Wagon Rides. |
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