Horse
Pronunciation:
Byud-don'-nee
Breed Description:
The Budyonny breed of horse is a Russian riding horse breed, originally developed for use as a military horse following the Russian Revolution and are currently used as an all-purpose competition horse and for driving. The Budyonny is usually chestnut with a golden sheen, although they may also be bay, gray or black. The Budyonny is used fro competitive sport and racing primarily.
Temperament:
The Budyonny breed of horse is a trainable riding horse that is generally very docile and co-operative.
Height:
The Budyonny breed of horse stands 16 to 17 hands.
Weight:
The Budyonny breed of horse weighs 1100 to 1300 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Budyonny breed of horse is associated with poor lower leg conformation and consequent lameness.
Living Conditions:
The Budyonny breed of horse is a very hardy breed, and can be kept outdoors in most conditions.
Exercise:
The Budyonny breed of horse is an active riding breed and requires regular exercise.
Life Expectancy:
The Budyonny breed of horse lives into its mid twentities.
Grooming:
The Budyonny breed of horse has a fine coat and needs daily grooming.
Origin:
The Budyonny breed of horse is named after Marshall Semyon Budyonny, a Bolshevik cavalry commander who became famous during the Russian Revolution. The breed began in the early 1920s when breeding was begun to produce cavalry horses to replace those lost during and after World War I. The resulting horses were used in Russian cavalry divisions during World War II and after.
Budyonnys were originally a cross of local Don and Chernomor mares and Thoroughbred stallions. Early on, Kirghiz and Kazakh horses were also used, but the progeny was found to be not as hardy or sound, and later the Budyonny was actually used to improve these two breeds. The first Budyonny horses were known as Anglo-Dons. In 1949 the Budyonny breed was officially recognized. 