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Whatever Happened to That Breed...Equines of Scandinavia |
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Whatever Happened to That Breed...Equines of Scandinavia |
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Knabstrup | |
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| Country/Region: | Denmark |
| Type: | Warmblood |
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| Uses: | Circus, general riding |
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| Notes: | This breed is facing extinction because riders are looking for horses with more substance. Since it is often crossed with sturdy Frederiksborgs, few pure-breds are left. |
Nordland | |
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| Country/Region: | Norway |
| Type: | Draught Pony |
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| Uses: | Competitions and disabled riding; sometimes on farms |
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| Notes: | Rare today, the Nordland has been saved from extinction by renewed interest. It is a hardy breed now popular for general riding. |
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NW Breyer Horse Club & Refiner of Gold Creations Equinealities in place since 1997, Section in place 2001, Updated 3/13/2007 |
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