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Hirzai horse
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Hirzai horse

Country Of Origin Pakistan
History and Background Although little is known about this horse breed, it is clear the Hirzai was developed in Baluchistan, Pakistan. Certain measures are currently being taken by the Pakistani state to protect and propagate this rare horse breed.
How this particular horse breed had been developed was recorded in detail by the Department of Agriculture of Pakistan. According to this government agency, the Hirzai is a result of mating the mare named Shol, which was owned by a local chief, with a stallion, which was owned by a military officer from Europe.
Unfortunately, the Hirzai has become a rare breed. A large group of the remaining Hirzai horses are maintained and preserved in the Khan of Kalat’s royal stables.
Use Today Riding horse, Cart horse
Height 15 hands high (60 inches, 152 centimeters)
Colour Grey
Characteristics The Hirzai typically has wide-set ears, a broad forehead and forelock, well-placed limbs, and robust yet proportional withers and rump. In summary, the Hirzai horse breed is a handsome horse, well-suited for riding and draft work.
Personality and Temperament The Hirzai is a lively horse capable of hard and fast work.
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