One of the more recent of the selectively bred European competition horses is the Danish Warmblood, whose stud-book was not opened until the 1960s.
In a relatively short space of time, however, Danish breeders have succeeded in producing a competition horse of superior quality and more versatility than many of the European breeds.
Origin: Denmark.
Colour: Black, chestnut, bay or dark brown.
Height: average 15 to 17hh.
Conformation: The best Danish horses have a Thoroughbred outline that is combined with substance, strength, and good legs.
Character: courageous and spirited, have excellent temperaments, and good, free action.
Uses: Dressage, Cross Country.
The Danish Warmblood Society
Vilhelmsborg Alle 1
DK – 8320 Maarslet
Tel: (+45) 87 47 54 00
Fax: (+45) 87 47 54 10
Email: varmblod@varmblod.dk
Website: www.varmblod.dk
North American Danish Warmblood Association
Email: elizabeth@danishwarmblood.org
Website: www.danishwarmblood.org