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The Friesian horse is a breed of horse from Frisia, large and always black in colour. They range between 15 and 17 hh. Although originally bred as a draft horse, it can be ridden, and during the Middle Ages, Friesian horses were in great demand throughout Europe since their size enabled them to carry a knight in full armour. They are still used today as dressage horses.

Further information to the Friesian horse

The Friesian
Information and history of the breed, along with comprehensive contact information on breeding associations and other friesian-related sites.
www.dread.net/~steele/

Friesian Studbook
FPS - Het Friesch Paarden Stamboek
Oprijlaan 1
NL- 9205 BZ Drachten
www.fps-studbook.com


The North American Friesian Journal
A Journal dedicated to the purebreed Friesian horse P.O. Box 539
Warrenton, NC 27589
www.northamericanfriesianjournal.com

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