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Rahvan Horse
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Rahvan Horse

Country Of Origin Turkey
History and Background The West Black Sea Rahvan Horse (or Rahvan for short) comes from Turkey and has been bred there for at least 800 years. Rahvan is the Turkish word used to describe their quick, lateral walking gait.
The Rahvan breed has been bred specifically to carry this gait at high speeds for racing and is fast at all gaits. Their original bloodlines come from a cross between the Anadolu and the Canik blood (both gaited breeds).
Like many gaited animals, the Rahvan is able to cover vast distances without expending the energy that a regularly gaited horse does. They also carry their head and tail high when traveling at this gait, reminiscent of Icelandic animals.
Use Today Racing
Height 10.3 – 15.1 hands (41.2 - 60.4 inches)
Colour All common colours
Characteristics Head is handsome
Neck is thick and muscular
Back is short
Chest is wide and deep
Legs are strong
Hooves are incredibly tough
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