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Catria horse

Country Of Origin Italy
History and Background The Catria horse derives from the cross-breeding of Maremmano-derived stock from west of the Apennines, thought to have been brought from their homeland in Tuscany mainly by charcoal burners, with other breeds, principally Franches-Montagnes. After the Second World War, the number of Catria horses decreased. The population survived in mountainous areas suitable only for untended livestock. In 1974, the Azienda Speciale Consortile del Catria, or "special co-operative agency of Catria", took control of horse breeding in the area. In 1980, a herd book was opened to conserve the bloodlines of the breed.
Catria horses are used in the mountains for agricultural purposes, particularly for carrying cut firewood from steep woodland. They are also used for riding and for the production of horsemeat.
Use Today Agriculture work, Riding horse, Meat
Height 13.1 to 15.1 hands (53 to 61 inches, 135 to 155 cm) high
Colour Bay, Chestnut
Characteristics The head is light with a straight profile. The chest is wide and muscular.
Personality and Temperament Willing and able.
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