Post by Meaghan on Jan 29, 2009 18:56:53 GMT -5
IBERIAN WARMBLOOD
Iberian Warmbloods must carry a minimum of 25% Andalusian and/or Lusitano bloodlines from one or both parents. Iberian blood enhances soundness, athleticism, versatility and tractibility to other breeds who have either the big stride for dressage or the power and speed for jumping
Crossing the large-bodied breeds on smaller and slight-legged types often leads to soundness problems such as ringbone, splints and founder. Since the Andalusian/Lusitano has the strongest legs of any breed, in relation to size, he is the ideal breed to consider crossing with a draft or heavy Thoroughbred.
Seeing an Iberian horse perform gives an understanding why this breed has the potential to become the worlds most sought after Sport Horse. Not only is soundness of limb a necessity, but just as importantly is soundness of mind. Highly intelligent with a willingness to please makes the Iberian an utmost candidate for an equine partner. The Iberian is not well known in the world of Sport Horses due to the lack of availability of the horse which has led to a lack of knowledge of this rare and magnificent horse.
On October 19, 1964, "Rebuscada" was the first Andalusian to set her hooves on American soil since the time of the Conquistadors. There has been a steady increase in the popularity of the breed, stifled only by the lack of number of horses. The Thoroughbred and Andalusian cross have long been the most desired Hunter/Jumper and Eventer in Australia. John Whittaker, the leading jumper in the world, has stated that this cross makes the best jumper in the world, bar none.
The time has come to present this exceptional and talented breed to the general equestrian population as another option for various disciplines.
Iberian Warmbloods must carry a minimum of 25% Andalusian and/or Lusitano bloodlines from one or both parents. Iberian blood enhances soundness, athleticism, versatility and tractibility to other breeds who have either the big stride for dressage or the power and speed for jumping
Crossing the large-bodied breeds on smaller and slight-legged types often leads to soundness problems such as ringbone, splints and founder. Since the Andalusian/Lusitano has the strongest legs of any breed, in relation to size, he is the ideal breed to consider crossing with a draft or heavy Thoroughbred.
Seeing an Iberian horse perform gives an understanding why this breed has the potential to become the worlds most sought after Sport Horse. Not only is soundness of limb a necessity, but just as importantly is soundness of mind. Highly intelligent with a willingness to please makes the Iberian an utmost candidate for an equine partner. The Iberian is not well known in the world of Sport Horses due to the lack of availability of the horse which has led to a lack of knowledge of this rare and magnificent horse.
On October 19, 1964, "Rebuscada" was the first Andalusian to set her hooves on American soil since the time of the Conquistadors. There has been a steady increase in the popularity of the breed, stifled only by the lack of number of horses. The Thoroughbred and Andalusian cross have long been the most desired Hunter/Jumper and Eventer in Australia. John Whittaker, the leading jumper in the world, has stated that this cross makes the best jumper in the world, bar none.
The time has come to present this exceptional and talented breed to the general equestrian population as another option for various disciplines.