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Canadian Horse Standard And Characteristics

The Canadian Horse is a reflection of the country that produced it. Shaped by a harsh, extreme climate of Quebec, cradle of the breed, formed by the hard work it did in colonial times, it developed unparallelled strength, endurance and robustness. It is loyal, docile, willing, sensible and intelligent.

• The Canadian Horse has a rather compact shape.
• Its sturdy build makes it strong and powerful.
• Its back and loins are broad, short and strong.
• The neck is fairly arched and gracefully attached, strong and powerful, without being heavy or too short.
• The breast is broad, the shoulders are rather long and sloping rather than straight.
• The head is short and harmonious, the forehead is broad with a straight profile, the ears are small and set well apart.
• The eyes are large and expressive, with a kind, wise expression.
• The hair is generally long and abundant.
• Though the predominant colour is black (around 70% of the stock), all colours and white markings are accepted.
• Its height varies between 14 to 16 hh (1.42 m to 1.62 m) and its weight between 1,000 and 1,400 lbs (450-635 kg)
• Its movement is free and vigorous (with good propulsion and limb elevation, and no excessive knee movement).
• Leg conformation must be straight, and the feet are large, strong and solid.