Hirzai
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The Hirzai is a rare breed of riding horse originating from Pakistan.
[edit] History
According to Pakistan's Agricultural Department, the original stock of the Hirzai breed is said to have been derived from a mare owned by the Rind chef named Shol, by an Arabian horse stallion belonging to a European military officer who accompanied the contingent of Shaw Shujaul-Mulk through Shoran in the first Afghan war of 1839. Representative animals are still owned by His highness Khan of Kalat.
[edit] Characteristics
The predominant colour of the Hirzai is white or grey. The head is handsome with a broad forehead; the neck is medium in length, muscular, and arched; the body is compact with a short back and well-muscled loins; the croup is level; the shoulders are well sloped and powerful; the forearms are strong, but the legs lack bone. This is a horse of strength, good conformation, and stamina and it can used for hard and fast work. It usually stands around 15 hands high.
[edit] References
- Hendricks, Bonnie. International Encyclopedia of Horse Breeds, page 223
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