Andalusian Stallion

A high quality Andalusian stallion used for stud services can become a good investment, because though this breed is no longer popular, it’s often used to improve other breeds. Andalusian horses gave rise to many various breeds and preserving their best characteristics is very important for the whole equine world of today. Breeders and breed fanciers strive to preserve the characteristics of the breed, because it’s an important part of the world’s history. Many modern equine breeds selected for speed, strength or agility base on the Andalusian horse.

A typical Andalusian stallion stands up to 16.2 hands at the withers. The back of Andalusian horses is short; the croup is rounded; the neck is long and arched. The appearance of this breed combines elegance with strength and endurance. Thanks to these characteristics, Andalusian horses were popular as war mounts since ancient times up to the 18th century. Fortunately, nowadays there is no need in war mounts and the Andalusian horse has lost its primary task.

It may become a challenge to find an Andalusian stallion in the USA. California and Texas are famous for their largest population of the Andalusian horse. The interest to the breed is maintained by breed clubs and associations. Andalusian horses are interesting both for their breeding potential and ancient history. Andalusian horses have a great future, if they are used in a variety of competitions. Today, these horses are good at Doma Vaquera - a popular equine sport in Spain, Portugal, Germany, and France. This sport is based on the horse’ agility, obedience, intelligence, and ability to control cattle. Andalusian horses are used to work with the Iberian bull – a large and fierce animal. Other equine sports suited for the Andalusian horses are driving, jumping, dressage, Western and English pleasure.

When purchasing a horse of this breed, take into consideration that it’s known under different names. In many countries, Andalusian horses are also called Iberian horses. In America, this breed is often referred to as simply Spanish. It may be difficult to determine a purebred Andalusian for a non-specialist. Keep this fact in mind when looking for stud services or purchasing an Andalusian stallion.