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Caspian horse

Lanhill Rabab

 

The Caspian horse is a beautiful creature with a wonderful temperament.

 

They have beautiful movement which, making them desirable show ponies. Thought to be extinct for 1300 years, Caspians once graced the royal seal of King Darius-550 B.C.

 

Caspians were often depicted in ancient Persian statuettes, friezes and writings going back to 3000 B.C.

 

The Caspian Breed was rediscovered in 1965 (Afraz et al., 2005).Caspian Horse are the oldest equine breed still in existence apart from the Asiatic Wild Horse.

 

No taller than 12.2hh, they are not a pony, but a perfectly proportioned small horse.

 

Perfect children’s mounts, driving horses, and small sport horse.

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Uploaded on August 11, 2020
Taken on August 11, 2020