Horse
Pronunciation:
chə-ˈlā-ən kor-ə-lā '-rō
Breed Description:
The Chilean Corralero breed of horse is the native horse of Chile bred primarily for saddle and stock work. It has a distinguished appearance, with a characteristic flat profile, small and separated ears, a small fine muzzle, luxuriant mane and tail, broad deep chest, wide body, full flanks, and short but muscular extremities. They are slightly heavier than the Argentinean Criollo horses. The hooves are preferably black, with a concave sole and tough horn. Chilean Corraleros are strong and sure-footed, with great endurance. All colors are accepted for the Chilean Corralero breed of horse. Albinos and any horses with a concave profile are eliminated from the breed. The Chilean Corralero breed of horse historically has been used for working cattle and is now used heavily in Chilean rodeo.
Temperament:
The temperament of the Chilean Corralero breed of horse is easy to handle, docile, and reserved.
Height:
The Chilean Corralero breed of horse stands about 13.9 to 14.2 hands high.
Weight:
The Chilean Corralero breed of horse generally weighs between 350 and 450 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Chilean Corralero breed of horse is reported to be resilient and durable.
Exercise:
The Chilean Corralero horse is typically a hard worker.
Grooming:
The Chilean Corralero breed of horse requires regular grooming. Hooves must be trimmed every two or three months.
Origin:
The Chilean Corralero breed of horse originated from the Spanish horse that arrived in southern Peru in 1514. In 1557, the governor Garcia Hurtado de Mendoza came to Chile with 42 horses from the famous caste of the Guzmanes and Valenzuelas, marking the beginning of the Chilean Corralero horse breed. A pure Chilean breed was in place by the beginning of the 19th century, and the Chilean Corralero appeared by the end of that century.
