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East Bulgarian horses are an elegantly-built light horse that developed over the last 100 years. They are used mainly for under saddle and light draft work, and are well-suited for a variety of competitive sports, ranging from dressage to eventing.  

They began develop at the end of the 19th century at the "Kabiuk" stud farm (former Vassil Kolarov) near Shumen and at stud farm in Bozhurishte near Sofia, in Bulgaria, by crossing ...

Einsiedler (also known as Swiss Anglo Norman or the Swiss Half Bred) are blooded horses horses from Switzerland. They have been in circulation since the tenth century. They were developed at the Benedictine Abbey of Einsiedeln with Schwyer Horses, a local stock establishment. Around the middle of the sixteenth century, they founded their very own studbook. They became so popular that by the middle of the seventieth century a new studbook wa ...

Eriskay ponies originated from the Outer Hebrides (an island chain off the west coast of mainland Scotland). They are considered a very pleasing type of horse and also quite strong. They can be used for harness work, riding, and are the ideal breed for little ones to learn how to ride. They can be found in Scotland, Ireland, United Kingdom, Wales, and the northern parts of France.  

The locals, the Pict community of people, were ...

Nestled in the Monti Ausoni and Monti Aurunci mountains of Italy's Lazio region, the Esperia pony is a symbol of both historical ingenuity and remarkable resilience. Originally named for Baron Ambrogio Roselli di Esperia who selectively bred them, these ponies once carried light loads and provided meat for local communities.

Only recognized as a distinct breed in 1962 and officially registered in 1992, the Esperia pony showcases its wi ...

Estonian horses (also known as Estonian native, Estonian Klepper, or natively Eesti hobune) are a relatively small horse. The Estonian horse has influenced several Baltic horse breeds, including Tori horses. They are strong and are resistant against sickness.

Estonian Horses are descended from the primitive forest horses that lived in Northern Europe more than 5,000 years ago, and are considered the progenitor of other breeds suc ...

Estonian horses (also known as Estonian native, Estonian Klepper, or natively Eesti hobune) are a relatively small horse. The Estonian horse has influenced several Baltic horse breeds, including Tori horses. They are strong and are resistant against sickness.

Estonian Horses are descended from the primitive forest horses that lived in Northern Europe more than 5,000 years ago, and are considered the progenitor of other breeds suc ...

Exmoor ponies are an English breed that has many practical uses. They are described as hardy, tough, and rather pleasant. They can be used for riding, in competitions, and also in races. They are found in Scotland, Ireland, Wales, France, and the United Kingdom (especially in the Exeter region). They are considered very sweet and agile.

Exmoor ponies are around twelve hands tall and are bred in brown shades. They have a smaller h ...