Many of the horse varieties seen today have their origins in European breeds. It is the bloodlines of a horse that make it interesting. This is because horses of a particular bloodline show certain characteristics and tendencies which are not found in other. It is this reason that makes them more attractive than others. Buyers often consider the history behind a breed before buying it, so that they get a horse that has the kind of traits they want.
The Kustanai breed has it’s origins in western Kazakhstan. This is a relatively modern breed, considering that the first of the breed was born in 1887. At that time, it was not officially noted and its official recognition came only in 1950, when it was registered as a new breed. During earlier times, it was used as an agricultural horse. However, this breed has long developed from its original breed.
Kustanai breed that you see today are huge horses, with medium-sized heads low-set neck high-set shoulders, and with a hardy built. The usual color for this breed is gray, brown, bay and black. It can reach a height of 15 hands. This reed is just excellent for the continental type of climate.
Horses of this breed are just the right proportion. Neither are they too small, nor age they too large and heavy. They can be used in heavy work, but horse which doesn’t match for this type of work can be easily used for saddle. By nature, these are a calm type and owners will find them to be ones that learn quickly. They can be trained well and they offer a comfortable riding. What is their best quality is their speed. They are very good in traveling and can help travelers to reach their destination really quickly.
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