100 things challenge - 6: Icelandic horses

[birdienl]

Icelandic horses are one of the purest breeds of horses in the world. These animals, which should by their size actually be called a pony, are the only horse breed on the island, so no cross-breeding can take place. Laws also do not permit Icelandic horses who left the island to return. These little hardy horses (often between 1.30 and 1.40 m high) have two extra gaits (next to walk, trot and canter) compared to most other horse breeds: tölt and pace.

Comments

[msantimacassar.livejournal.com]

What gorgeous horses! How interesting that they have extra gaits...

[birdienl.livejournal.com]

Yes, it's interesting to think why they developed this and other horses didn't (or maybe lost it)