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norwegian fjord

The Norwegian Fjord
THE NORWEGIAN FJORD


This unusual looking pony is believed to date back to prehistoric times and closely resembles the Asiatic wild horse seen in prehistoric cave paintings. Its history in a rugged, mountainous area of extreme weather conditions means it is exceptionally sure-footed and hardy.
 
Origin: Norway.
Colour: Yellow or mouse dun, with dorsal stripe, and silver and black mane and tail.
Height: 13 - 14.2 hands.
Conformation: Broad forehead and small ears, short neck, deep body, short strong legs, hard feet.
Character: Docile, strong-willed but kind and willing.
Uses: Riding and driving, farm, mountain pack horse, excellent child's pony.

Fjord Horse National Stud Book Association of Great Britain
Cilyblaidd Manor
Pencarreg
Nr Lampeter,
Carmarthenshire
SA40 9QL
TEL:0044(0)1570 480090  
FAX:0044(0)1570 480012
E.MAIL hq@fjord-horse.co.uk

The Fjord Horse Registry of Scotland
South Denhill
St Katherines
Inverurie
Aberdeenshire
Scotland
AB51 8SU
Tel: (01651) 891712
EMail: fhrs@norwegian-fjord-horse.co.uk



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