Known
as the Spanish horse, the Andalusian is a major influence on modern
horse breeds. Bred through history for tribes, traders, cavalry and
riding academies throughout the Iberian Peninsula, these horses were
prized for their natural balance and agility. Characterized by a bold
but willing temperament and strong yet controlled movement, this breed
is popular for many events including dressage, bullfighting and pulling
carriages. With particularly strong hindquarters, Andalusians move with
a high, graceful action. The Andalusian stallion is a compact horse
measuring fifteen to sixteen hands, the unit of measurement for horses
in which one hand is equivalent to four inches.
Fun Facts: Andalusian stallions were the preferred horses of royalty.
