Then:
The Gypsy dream was to breed the perfect horse to pull their colorful vardos or living wagons through the hillsides of England and Ireland. The Gypsy Horses had to be strong and athletic so that they could manage the heavy vardos with the Gypsy family and his belongings. The horses had to be hardy and easy to keep, as they were often tethered on the side of the road or in fields, eating whatever grass they could find and living without shelter in the cold winters. And when the days work was done, the beautiful Gypsy Horses, had to be gentle and docile enough to teach Gypsy children how to ride.
While most Gypsies do not live in vardos any longer, they still keep and breed quality Gypsy horses. Now, as in the traveling days, the Gypsy Horses is a symbol of status, and a source of great pride among the Romany Gypsies
Now:
Until now, the Gypsy Horses was not a registered breed. While the breeding of these magical horses was careful and deliberate, the detailed history of the breed bloodlines, was kept in the collective memory of the families who bred them for many generations. Due to the recent interest and importation of Gypsy horses, registries are being established here and abroad to protect and continue the established bloodlines. Many names are associated with a gypsy type horse: Irish Cob, Coloured Horse , Tinker,Gypsy Cob,Gypsy Vanner, Romany Vanner or Gypsy Horses. Gypsy families often own many gypsy type horses, but there are only a few that possess the potential to reproduce the quality of horse that is most sought for breeding purposes.
The Gypsy Horse must possess a certain look and meet a clear conformation standard, ensuring that we may reproduce the same quality horse that the ancient Romany Gypsy dreamed of.
The sheer beauty of the Gypsy Horses will captivate both young and old alike. Bred from a combination of draft and pony breeds they range in size from 13-15,5 hands. They are sturdy horses with heavy bone, flat knees and a short back. They come in a variety of colors;Black, Black/white, Bay/white, Red/white, Tri-colored,Palomino, Palomino / white.Pearl,Cream,Dun,Blagdon And Sabino. All colour´s in the “ Clean Colour” and Torbiano = 2 colour( colour + white) or with Splashed white. The most common color is black/white and occasionally you will find a solid color, however, all colors are prized! Gypsy Horses have an abundance of mane and feather. The feathers should begin at the knee/hock and fully cover the hooves. Manes and tails are long, thick and flowing. The Gypsy Horse is truly magic in motion, appearing to float as they move!
The Gypsy Horse has many wonderful qualities. Their beauty is immediately noticed, but time spent with a Gypsy Horse and their warm, gregarious nature, is a true blessing! Years of selective breeding has developed a personality that is likely the most gentle and docile in the world. They are extremely social and eager to participate in your activities and will do so with beauty and style!
Highly admired, the Gypsy Horses is still extremely rare in Denmark, numbering around 600 at this time. Due to their increasing popularity, we expect to see many more in the very near future. Traditionally used for driving, they also excel at dressage, hunter jumper and both english & western riding.
Enchanting, incredibly versatile and with temperament that is unequaled, they will quickly become your dream of the perfect horse!
We would like to invite you to share the magic and mystery of the Gypsy Horses!
Breed Standard Gypsy Horses
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