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Welcome to the Warmblood Federation. Here you will find everything you will need to know about the history, genetics, rules and regulations, as well as the Warmblod society listings.
Brief History:
A Warmblood horse is not a breed of horse; rather it is a designation of many different kinds of horse breeds that share certain characteristics, including American Saddlebreds, Appaloosas, Quarter horses, and Australian Stock horses, to name but a few.
The warm blooded breeds were the result of breeding large cold blood draft horses of northern Europe such as Clydesdales and Percherons with hot blooded, lighter and faster Arabian horses that warriors captured in the Middle East and Africa and brought back with them after their battles were over during the Middle Ages. The combination resulted in horses with smaller heads and bodies than large work or draft horses and with temperaments less excitable than hot bloods. The combination made excellent horses for riding and light work. They were also fast. These new horses were the forerunners of many different breeds today. Most warmblood horses are very calm and intelligent and able to perform in many settings although some warmbloods are fairly high strung and not suitable for children to ride. It depends on a horse's training and nature. Those that are not high strung are, however, ideal for children to ride.
Warmblooded horses are popular in sporting events, particularly Olympic sporting events, such as dressage. More and more European breeders are breeding warmbloods for participation in competitions. These animals are ideal for riding. The American West was developed with the help of Warm blooded horses that helped cowboys herd their cattle. The horses had a good sense about dealing with cattle and became the cowboys' preferred mount. The three most popular cowboy horses are the Quarter horse, the Tennessee Walking house and the Palomino; they were all derived from the original breeding of draft horses and Arabians. This type of horse was perfect for roping and catching doggies. They are often seen in competition in rodeos today.
There are many warmblood registries in Europe that ensure the horse has consistent blood lines. Use of a registered warmblood may be quite expensive so some people use horses that seem to have the same qualities, but are not registered, for studs.
The American Warmblood Society, founded in 1983, is dedicated to creating American Warmblood and lists stallions and mares that have been registered in this country. The non-profit group monitors breeding by inspections and analyzing performance in order to ensure breeding an ideal sport horse.
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Bavarian Warmblood
Like many Warmblood breeds, the Bavarian Warmblood is relatively new & their bloodlines were originated in southern Germany in the hopes of creating a superior sport horse. The breed was developed in the 1960′s & breeding was based on the ancient Bavarian Rottal horse which is nearly extinct. The foundation includes blood of Hanovarian, Trakehner, Thoroughbred, Cleveland Bay, Norman & Oldenburg bloodlines. The studbook for this breed includes animals of various warmblood breeds, animals are registered based on ability & temperament. The Bavarian Warmblood is primarilly used as a sport, competition, or eventing horse.
Physique
Average height 16 – 17 hands
Registered animals carry the “B” brand on their left thigh
All solid colors
Animals affected by white patterns are not allowed
Belgian Warmblood
Over the last 50 years the Belgian registry has been producing a solid stock of some of the finest jumping horses in the world. Standing down only to some of the breeds who had influence in their bloodlines. Breeding began in 1937 to produce animals for the Rural Cavalry, and the intention was to teach and entertain the youth of the country, then allow them to demonstrate their skills. Initially kids rode the animals they had available to them and tournaments were held which allowed them to display their skill and horsemanship. After time breeders began to develop animals specifically suited to these tournaments by crossing Belgian Draft horses with smaller trotters & Thoroughbreds.
After WWII a base was established for the breed using Gelderland, Normandy & Hanovarian blood. However during this time the furthering of the breed faced controversy. Breeders were attempting to preserve the needs of rural agricultural life within the breed in a time when rural agriculture was rapidly moving away from horsepower. In 1955 the National Breeding Association of Agriculture-Riding Horses was founded in Louvain & later in 1970 the name was changed to the National Breeding Association of Warmbloods. This breed is virtually interchangeable with the Belgian Sport Horse which is bred under the Studbook sBs. Today this warmblood is bred selectively with the idea of creating a strong, sound eventing horse with an even temper for the show ring.
The Belgian Warmblood is known to have a highly athletic, strong, intelligent personality with a willingness to learn. They can be used for a variety of disciplines but are most commonly used for showing, competition, eventing, sport, or pleasure.
Physique
Average height 16 – 17 hands
Muscular body, compact with good depth
Well carried & handsome head
Muscled legs with big sound feet
All colors
Brazilian Sport Horse
A newly developed breed in Brazil, the Brazilian Sport Horses (Brasileiro de Hipismo) are popular in the US and Europe and have successfully completed recent Olympic Games. This breed was developed in 1970 specifically for competition, allowing Brazil to use the bloodlines of the Criollo horse combined with Anglo-Argentine and Trakehner breeds. The result is a sport horse with a solid work ethic and tireless ability. Today horses of many different breeds influence the Brazilian Sport Horse and it takes traits from Andalusian, Thoroughbred, Trakehner, Hanoverian, Holsteiner, Oldenburger, Westphalian, Irish Hunter, Selle Francais, Anglo-Argentine and Belgian Warmbloods.
The Brazilian Sport Horse has a docile temperament. They are balanced and noble and are known to be calm and brave. As most warmbloods, the breed is primarily used for show, eventing and sport.
Physique
Average height over 16 hands
Lively with no real rebellion
Because of the number of breeds involved in creating this animal, their confirmation varies.
All solid colors | dun
British Warmblood
Warmblood horses are a mix between hot-blooded animals (like the Arabian & Thoroughbred) and cold-blooded animals (most draft breeds). They may carry bloodlines of approved breeds as long as they meet the requirements of the type. The British Warmblood Society was founded in 1977 and devoted themselves to the breeding of pedigreed horses for competitive equine disciplines. Today there are 3 warmblood societies the British Hanoverian Horse Society, British Warmblood Society & Trakehner Breeders Fraternity. To register animals must meet specific criteria including athletic ability, temperament & confirmation. The breed is strong and willing. Breeders favor a horses temperament very highly when selecting a mating pair.
British Warmbloods are used primarily for competition, eventing, and show.
Physique
Due to the allowance of a variety of breeds, there are not specific physical characteristics.
Generally solid colors
Canadian Sport Horse
The Canadian Sport Horse fits into the hunter type and is a strong contender in show jumping, dressage and eventing circuits. This breed was developed in the late 19th century & comes from local animals used by Canadian farmers crossed with English Thoroughbreds. The resulting animal was notable for their ability to swiftly hop over timber fences used at the time. Used as a war horse during WWI as well as an agricultural work, this breed has now developed into a great all around competition horse. As the breed developed and their popularity grew the Canadian Hunter, Saddle & Light Horse Improvement Society was organized in 1926. In 1933 this was incorporated into the Canadian Hunter Society which established a studbook. Today it is known as the Canadian Sport Horse Association.
The Canadian Sport Horse is kind and willing, as well as naturally courageous and intelligent. They are used as an eventing or show horse.
Physique
Average height 16 hands or more
Good proportion and well balanced
Chest is broad
Hindquarters are well-defined
Leg joints are solid
Hooves are good sized and well balanced
black | chestnut | grey | bay | palomino
Czech Warmblood
The Czech Warmblood is an all around animal with a great deal of versatility. They are a popular warmblood and often exported as riding horses to western European countries. The horses that originally come from the Czech Republic were primarily of warmblood type. These animals were refined with Spanish and Asian bloodlines but most of this breeds refinement comes from English animals. After the first World War the Czech Warmblood lines were well maintained and largely influenced by Thoroughbred & solid Oldenburg stallions. After the second World War the advent of machines created a marked drop in breed numbers as their use in military & on local farms declined. Today’s Czech Warmblood is perhaps one of the most widespread breeds in the Czech Republic, well liked for their versatility & athletic qualities.
The Czech Warmblood has a good temperament. They are willing as easy to train. They are used for several different things including general riding, competition, driving, and as a leisure horse.
Physique
Average height 16 hands
Aristocratic & robust riding type
Elastic & easy movements
Solid bone structure
Withers are understated
Back is long and broad
Strong, flat hooves
Thick mane & tail
bay | chestnut | grey | black | dun | palomino
Danish Warmblood
Breeds native to Denmark have a tendency to be robust and tough, but not necessarily athletic. The necessity arose for an all around eventing animal with more versatility. Breeding began in 1962 to create a good sporting mount and came from Trakehner, Hanoverian, Holstein & Swedish warmblood lines. The resulting animal has made quite a name for itself and excelled in a number of competition types. The success of this lively breed comes from many factors, however their strict breeding methods is perhaps the most important. Stallions are selected based on performance standards & specific bloodlines are skillfully imported. Today these animals are exported by the thousands throughout Europe and as far away as Australia & the US.
The Danish Warmblood has a calm disposition and is intelligent and willing. They are used for competition, eventing and as a general riding horse.
Physique
Average height 15.3 – 17 hands
A variety of bloodlines make their physical characteristics vary widely
Handsome confirmation
Long and rangy build
Good legs & feet
Any solid color
Dutch Warmblood
A quick success story, the Dutch Warmblood or (KWPN) came about from two different breeds blended together for their specific strengths. Now used for all forms of competitive riding and driving, this engineered horse was a total success. Created in the Netherlands by a mix of both Groningen and Gelderland Provinces the Dutch Warmblood was bred specifically to be a competition horse. Utilizing the bloodlines of the Gelderlander, known for a good forehand; and the Groningen, known for being powerful under saddle. Add a dash of Thoroughbred for added courage and stamina and thus emerged the modern day Dutch Warmblood. Not an old breed, but one that has made itself notable very quickly.
Breeders pay particular attention to temperament. Privately owned stallions are only allowed to stud after passing rigerous testing focusing on confirmation, movement, temperament and close monitoring of progney.
Physique
Average height 16 hands
Built like an athlete
Straight, elastic action
Even tempered
Excels at show jumping
Simple, clean head
Light, medium length neck
Well muscled forearms, strong shoulder
Body is deep and well ribbed, long back
Strong hindquarters, well formed hocks
chestnut | bay | grey | black
Finnish Warmblood
The Finnish Warmblood breeding association was founded in 1926 with the intention of breeding a warmblooded riding horse that could be used for both sport & military service. The goal was an elegant, modern horse with good balance, athletic movement & solid character. After their calvary needs were finished, demand for them declined, as did their numbers. Todays Finnish warmblood, like most European warmbloods is used primarily for sporting purposes.
Hanoverian
Known worldwide for the symbolic “H” branded into their hindquarters, the Hanoverian is one of the most well-loved and wide-spread of the European warmbloods. These horses have made a name for themselves in the Grand Prix competitions. The Hanoverian was established in Celle, Germany in 1735 by George II, King of England (1727-1760). Now bred extensively in North and South America and Australia. Hanoverians were initially refined with Thoroughbred blood, giving their movement more freedom and lightness. The ideal result was a horse swift and strong enough for competitions while remaining tough enough for general work. By the end of the 18th century there were detailed logs of bloodlines which were carefully monitored.
During the Napoleonic Wars much of the Celle stock was depleted, however it picked up again after 1816 and earned a stronger Thoroughbred influence making the resulting stock too light for real agricultural use, so attempts were made to thicken the stock back up again. By 1924 breeding spread to Osnabruck-Eversburg where after the second world war Trakehners made their way into the Hanoverain bloodline helping to further refine a solid sport horse. They are courageous as well as intelligent and extremely versatile.
Physique
Average height 15.3-16.2 hands
Athletic and strong
Athletic and elastic action
Powerful body and hindquarters
Solid confirmation
Light medium sized head
Short legs with large pronounced joints, strongly muscled forearms
Hard, well-shaped hooves
Broad, medium-length back with powerful loins
High-set tail, strong hindquarters
Solid colors
Holsteiner
The oldest of the German warmbloods, the Holsteiner is well-loved for its excellence in show jumping and cross country competitions. They are perfectly suited to cover long distances at a high level of activity, with enough strength and sensibility to make them excellent partners. Named from the Elmshorn district of Holstein where the Holsteiner originated, this breed is descendant of wild marsh horses from the local area dating back as far as 1300. The monasteries of Uetersen in the Haseldorf marshes started using those local marsh horses for stud as they developed warhorse bloodlines. Ancestry has traces of Spanish, eastern and Neapolitan blood. A high demand during the 16th through the 18th century kept the Holsteiner breeding industry booming. Many using the Holsteiner blood to improve and refine other breeds.
In 1680 the breeding of the famous cream Holsteiner horses began, later to become the pride of Electors of Hanover. Early in the 19th century the introduction of Thoroughbreds refined the strong roman nose, lowered their flashy leg action and improved speed and stamina. Yorkshire Coach Horse stallions were also introduced lending a wider leg action well suited to their heavy frame and an even temper. The result was a finely tuned handsome animal, with nice movement, supreme strength and an even temper.
Physique
Average height 16-17 hands
Strong and beautiful movers, initially bred for the high-kneed movement of carriage horses
Tractable temperament fostered by selective breeding
Now bred specifically to be highly adaptable competition horses
Heavy frame
Straight and plain head
Strong, muscular neck
Sloped shoulders with clearly defined withers
Deep girth
grey | bay | black | chestnut
Irish Sport Horse
Ireland has always been known for good horse stock and the independent breeding tradition runs deep in farming communities. Often farms will have a few extra mares used specifically for breeding. The Irish Sport Horse (or Irish Hunter) comes from a cross between the Irish Draft & the Thoroughbred & this particular cross has become known for their brilliance over fences. Although technically these are half-bred animals the Irish Sport tends to display uniformity in their confirmation. These animals were bred for hunting and their Irish Draft bloodlines provides them a sure-footedness in most terrains.
Physique
Average height 16 – 17.1 hands
Head is well proportioned with a straight or slightly convex profile
Eyes are large & expressive
Ears are long & shapely
Neck is long, muscular & often slightly arched
Back is short
Chest is full & deep
Legs are solid with broad joints
All colors except pinto
Knabstrupper
In a world full of solid colored warmbloods, the Knabstrupper is the eclectic cousin of the bunch. From the same spanish bloodlines as the appaloosa, they are found displaying all of the appaloosa white patterns. The breed started when a spotted mare named Flaebe (probably of Spanish descent) was purchased from a butcher by the Villars Lunn who owned the Knabstrupgaard manor. Although her origins are unknown, her beautiful spotted coat and extreme endurance earned her. Every one of Flaebe’s foals displayed spotted coats and one went on to become the flagship stud for the Knabstrupper breed. They are known for their kind and calm temperament and as such are often used as circus horses.
Physique
Average height 15.1 – 16 hands
Long life span
Lively, high stepping action, made good
Noble head with large, calm eyes
Well set and well-proportioned
Shoulders are long and sloping and withers are defined
Strong back and short strong hindquarters
Legs are long and lean, hooves are well formed and good quality
These animals can display all of the appaloosa white patterns.
Oldenburg
Initially the Oldenbuger was developed as a coach horse that was adaptable enough for agriculture work. Like many of the European competition horses, the bloodlines were developed over time to accommodate the changes in society. Originating in the 17th century in provinces of Oldenburg and East Friesland, the Oldenburger (or Oldenburg) blood is derived from Fresian horses. Its initial development as a coach horse was in large part due to the Count of Oldenburg, Anton Gunter von Oldenburg. The Count imported Spanish and Neapolitan (of Barb-type ancestry) horses to enhance the Oldenburg bloodlines. As bloodlines were infused over the next century the Oldenburger slowly became a more refined carriage type horse. Sacrificing none of its massive body size the coarse roman nose was bred out and they became more suited for work under saddle.
Towards the end of the 18th century a mix of Thoroughbred and Norfolk Roadster blood made its way into the Oldenburger bloodlines. From this point the breed stayed very much unchanged for close to a century. Around 1897 a mixed bag of bloodlines were introduced, the English Thoroughbred, Cleveland Bay, Hanoverian, and the Norman Horse. The result was a strong utility horse, handy in agriculture and under saddle. The modern Oldenburger is bred solely for riding and competition, additions of bloodlines are only to keep an even temper and free action.
Physique
Average height 16.2-17.2 hands
Powerful, rangy build
Straight, elastic and rhythmic action
Handsome, well-set head
Strong shoulders
Deep chest with a long back
Wide and strong hindquarters
Thick, stocky legs
Large hooves
black | bay | grey
Selle Français
Also called Cheval Demi sang du Centre, French Saddle Horse & French Half-Blood, the Selle Français is the result of many years of selective breeding. This breed was centuries in the making, the French found a passion for testing & perfecting the sport horse. First named a breed in 1958, the first stud book was established in 1965 and created by crossing regional breeds with trotters, Thoroughbreds, Arabians, Anglo-Arabian & Anglo-Norman animals. Each contribution came from well documented stock creating one of the few warmbloods to receive very little foreign blood. The most influential breed was the Anglo-Norman and about 90% of todays French Saddle Horses have lineage in that breed. Today there is more cross-breeding with other bloodlines creating a more versatile animal. This breed is notable within the warmbloods due to the strong influence of trotting breeds.
Inspection of animals for registration includes
1. Jumping Ability – 30%
2. Confirmation – 40%
3. Movement – 30%
Physique
Average height 16 hands or larger
Athletic & robust
Due to their diverse origins their confirmation can vary however selection leans toward large sizes & well-built confirmation.
Head is refined & attractive
Neck is long & elegant
Chest is deep
Body is strong
Hindquarters are broad & powerful
Predominately chestnut, but all colors are acceptable
Swedish Warmblood
Horse breeding in Sweden has been a long and rocky road. Their position so far north makes much of the country an impossible place to nurture the equine animal the the remaining southern portion took a long while to catch on to selective breeding practices. There is a horse native to Sweden, they are a small northern forest type but over the years a number of bloodlines have been imported to the area. Formal breeding programs were not developed until a 16th century attempt to improve local stock, but again, their practices were sorely lacking in their development and were not largely successful. By the end of the 19th century the largest horse purchasing power in the country was in the hands of the farmers & the military who both had different needs for their animals. Breeding programs were divided to appease both sides, one for saddle animals using lighter & livelier stepping breeds were used.
In 1874 the government began a studbook examination system in order to streamline and upgrade breeding programs. The result was strict programs for the Swedish Ardennes, the North Swedish Horse & the Swedish Warmblood. Once they caught on the Swedes did it right and established strict guidelines & performance tests for registration & pureblooded breeding. Today the Warmblood is well known for their athletic ability and often the mount of choice for eveners & big show jumpers.
Physique
Average height 16.2 – 17 hands
Head is handsome with a straight or convex profile
Eyes are lively
Neck is well formed & long
Back is long & straight
Chest is wide & deep
Shoulder is muscular & sloped
Legs are long & strong with clean, broad joints
Hoof is solid & shapely
chestnut | grey | bay
Swiss Warmblood
Also known as the Swiss Halfbred or the Swiss Warmblood, the Einsiedler comes from Switzerland and is named for the Benedictine Abbey of Einsiedeln where it has been lovingly bred since 1064. The first official stud book was opened in 1655 and in it were some unwise crosses so a second, more comprehensive stud book was developed in 1784. They have long been a popular Swiss cavalry mount because of their versatility and free action. In fact, this breed is significant throughout Swiss equine history, however they have changed considerable throughout the years. More recently in the 19th century Anglo-Norman, Yorkshire Coach Horse & Holsteiner have been added for their athleticism and sporting qualities. Today the Einsiedler is a strongly-built Anglo-Norman type with nice conformation, and solid athletic ability.
Physique
Average height 15.2 to 16.2 hands
Head is small with a straight, slightly convex profile
Ears are expressive
Eyes are alert & expressive
Chest is deep & well muscled
Legs are long and hard with short cannons
All solid colors
Trakehner
The official name of the Trakehner is East Prussian Warmblood Horse of Trakehner Origin, and while today they are known as a German breed they actually originated in East Prussia in what is now known as Lithuania. This breed comes from the Royal Scythians who inhabited the area during the 5th & 6th centuries BC and enjoyed great wealth during that time. Known for their great horsemanship skills, they were formidable mounted warriors and most owned at least one mount. They are thought to have come from a local Schweiken breed (now extinct) infused with various Turkmenian & Mongolian strains. In the early 18th century the King of Prussia selected the finest animals from his Royal breeding studs and in 1732 moved them to a new stud farm in Trakehen. The goal was to create a suitable cavalry mount and Arabian, Thoroughbred & Turkmenian bloodlines were carefully bred for the purpose.
Upon the King’s death in 1787 the animals were moved to a state run stud which carefully defined breeding objectives of this now established type. Part of the goal was to improve local stock and during this time Lithuanian, Thoroughbred, Mecklenburg, Danish & Turkish blood was added. The official studbook was established in 1878 & the new stud established even stricter breeding practices than the king had. This breed was a popular animal up until the early 20th century, when as with most breeds in this area, the second World War almost destroyed them & the Russians took many of the finest animals from the stud. The remaining few were left to flee Russian forces with the local people and made it to safety literally wounded, exhausted & nearly starved. However they proved their mettle as only the toughest survived this journey and lived to procreate.
In the middle of the 20th century an attempt was made to bring the animals (now scattered across West Germany) back together and re-establish breeding programs. In 1947 the West German Association of Breeders & Friends of the Warmblood Horse of Trakehner Origin was formed and by 1950 the German government had recognized them and became involved in the cause. Today this breed is bred throughout Germany and their numbers are at a safe level. Incidentally a Trakehner stud was established in Russia after the second World War and they are still bred there today. In fact the Russian population has had less outside influence than most of the German lines.
Physique
Average height 16 – 16.2 hands
Head is elegant & refined
Eyes are large & expressive
Neck is long & crested
Back is straight & short
Chest is deep
Legs are muscular with broad, clean joints
Hooves are solid
chestnut | grey | bay | black
Westphalian
Most of the warmbloods in Germany are named for the region in which they are bred. In keeping with that tradition the Westfalen or Westphalian horse comes from Westphalia in Germany. The breed was created at the State Stud of Warendorf which had been created in 1826 to improve local breeds. Stallions that suited local needs of each region were used as the foundation & state stud fees were kept low to allow local farmers to produce quality animals & fortify local stock. The Westfalen breed started with animals that were similar to Trakehners during that time, slimmer riding horses with obvious Thoroughbred blood. As the local population grew a need arose for more robust, versatile animals to keep up with a rapidly growing agriculture industry.
By the start of the 20th century the Rhenish Cold Blood, which was far more suited to the task became the farmers horse of choice. Slowly the Westfalen breeding was phased out of the Warendorf stud and replaced with the Rhenish draft. As with most draft breeds, the 20th century rendered them essentially obsolete and warmbloods came back into favor. Stock was replenished with Hanoverain blood which played a large part in refining the Westfalen into a sporting type. Strict breeding practices are used and animals must pass rigorous testing to represent the breed by standing stud.
Physique
Average height 15.2 – 17.2 hands
Similar to the Hanoverian in confirmation
head is attractive and a straight or slightly dished profile
Broad, medium-length back with powerful loins
High-set tail, strong hindquarters
Short legs with large pronounced joints, strongly muscled forearms
Hard, well-shaped hooves
All colors
AN IMAGE ABOUT REGISTRATION
[b]Barn Name / Show Name:[/b]
[b]Breed:[/b]
[b]Gender:[/b]
[b]Height:[/b] (in hands)
[b]Coat:[/b] (base color and any markings. ie: bay; RF sock; stripe)
[b]Genotype:[/b] (if you need help with this Izel has a super cool free genetics testing service}
[b]D/O/B:[/b]
[b]Age:[/b]
[b]Sire:[/b]
[b]Dam:[/b]
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[b]Discpline:[/b]
[b]Link to either left or right image of unposed unedited horse:[/b] (front and back images optional)
Once your horse/s has been accepted into the registry a profile for your establishment will be set up along with PM/s of a certified breed registration stamp, that you can use on your website and will have a number linked to the official registration number of your horse. example below: