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Knabstrup horse

Country Of Origin	Denmark
History and Background	The Knabstrupper breed was first established in 1812 in Denmark. A chestnut mare with leopard complex blanket markings was bred to a solid-coloured stallion, producing a colt with dramatic spotting. The mare and her son were each bred to many other horses, producing many offspring with spotting and establishing the Knabstrupper as a breed. This breed was once very popular, but later was crossbred with other horses and it is not certain if any purebreds from this breed remain. They do well in dressage and show jumping, and are used in general riding, as carriage horses and as circus horses. In 1971, three Appaloosa stallions were imported to Denmark to add new blood to the Knabstrupper breed. Knabstruppers today are bred in Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, United Kingdom, USA, and, most recently, Czech Republic, Australia and New Zealand.
Use Today	Dressage, Eventing, Riding, Showjumping
Height	15.1 and 16 hands high (60-64 inches, 152-163 centimeters)
Colour	Varies
Characteristics	There are three types of Knabstrups; the Knabstrup horse, the Knabstrup pony and the miniature pony. The average height of Knabstrups is 15.1 to 16 hands high, although some ponies are as short as 14.2 hands high. The Knabstrup or Knabstrupper is a horse breed of Danish origin. It has a big framed, well balanced body with an elegant, expressive head. The eyes are clear and relaxed and the ears small. The neck is well set and strong. Knapstrups have sloping shoulders and strong backs. Their limbs are strong, muscular and well defined; similarly, their hooves are well formed and sturdy. They have a light, rhythmic movement. Their overall appearance and movement is full of elegance and grace. The Knabstrup's most distinguishing feature, however, is its beautifully spotted coat, which can be seen in a variety of colours. Coat patterns range from solid to a full leopard spotted coat, with many variants in between. The spotted coat is caused by a genetic mechanism called the Leopard complex. The spotted colour patterns common in the Knabstrupper are seen in other breeds, such as the Appaloosa horse, though the two breeds developed independently of one another. The breed generally has either warmblood or Baroque horse conformation. Some Knabstruppers are born with solid colours, such as bay or chestnut. The horse also has strong, stable limbs and hard hooves.
Personality and Temperament	The Knabstup is a friendly, well mannered breed. It is energetic and willing to perform any task. It is a spirited and agreeable breed, very popular among riders and especially children.