Horse
Breed Description:
The Brazilian Sport breed of horse is aptly named, as it is an active and vigorous competitor in all types of events and sports, including Olympic events. Featuring a sloping back and very strong legs, the Brazilian Sport breed of horse is exceptionally athletic. The Brazilian Sport horse has a small head and a thin, short neck. Pronounced withers and sound, small hooves make it especially fast and agile. The Brazilian Sport breed of horse is usually chestnut or dun in color, but can be any solid color, including bay, black, and brown.
Temperament:
The Brazilian Sport breed of horse possesses great endurance, and is very willing to work or otherwise please its handlers and owners. This breed is an exceptionally active horse and exhibits a great deal of bravery while still remaining calm and collected. The Brazilian Sport horse appears and behaves noble, regal, and is visually well-balanced.
Height:
Over 16 hh
Health Problems:
Due to the wide variety of breeds used in the creation of the Brazilian Sport horse, prospective owners should be diligent in examining and vetting their potential animal. Please see the health conditions for the most prominent breeds used in creating the Brazilian Sport bloodline, such as the Criollo and Trakehner, among others.
Origin:
The Brazilian Sport breed of horse is a very new breed, having been created in 1970. Brazilians at the time sought to combine the best characteristics of exceptionally sporty horses such as the Criollo and the Trakehner. Over the past 40 years, however, the breed has been further developed using bloodlines from many different breeds, thus diluting the prominence of any one particular breed. While the Brazilian Sport breed is still young, it is clear that the breed will continue to grow in numbers. Brazilian Sport horses have been used in many worldwide events and sports, including the Olympics, and overall this breed has been performing well. 