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About the Friesian Horse Breed |
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Lorima Friesian Stud share the breeding objective of the FPS. To breed fine friesian horses with excellent conformation capable of performing in the various equestrian sports (show driving,
driving, dressage under saddle, mixed disciplines) and also suitable for recreational use, while preserving the typical breed characteristics and further reducing inbreeding.
The above objective is to be realized by selection within the friesian breed. |
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Friesian Breed Characteristics |
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A harmoniously built, properly proportioned horse. A noble head with clear intelligent eyes and
small, alert ears slightly pointing towards each other. A slightly arched neck of adequate length;
a strong back joining a croup of good length, which should not slope too much.
A strong sloping shoulder of good length. A body with good depth and well sprung rigs.
The legs and feet are strong, with a well-developed forearm and proper stance.
Fluid, square, elegant and elevated gaits, emphasized by good feathering on the lower legs,
a fine mane and a beautiful, long tail. In short, a luxuriant, honest horse with much presence
and eager to work. When the Friesian horse is three years old, it should have the ideal height
at withers of 1.60m. The preferred color is jet black.
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