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Andalusian Horses - Breed History

Andalusian horses were used as warhorses in the early days of their history. There are various material evidences that confirm the old age of the breed. To provide the army with good quality warhorses, the Romans and the Greek established farms in Spain and Portugal. They bred horses for war and put stress on their agility and intelligence.

With time, as the armor of a warrior became heavier, there appeared a need for a very strong horse capable of carrying knights. Consequently, the Andalusian horse found itself chucked from the army. However, the breed made a come back in the 15th century, when firearms replaced heavy armor. The Andalusian horse suited to a T in fights since it was very agile and endurable.

The breed experienced hardships starting from the middle of the 15th century. Spain was involved in colonization and took part in a great number of wars. Besides, the country undergone invasion, which was devastating for stud farms. Exportation of Andalusian horses from Spain and Portugal was very restricted. Therefore, a great number of breeding stocks were lost.

However, there were other reasons for little population of Andalusian horses to America. Outbreaks of African horse Sickness led to restriction on exportation from Spain and Portugal. Nowadays, the largest in the United States population of Andalusian horses is found in California and Texas.

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