Horse
Pronunciation:
oo-zun'-yay-lah
Breed Description:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse originated in Turkey in the mid 19th centiry as a pack and working horse, and are beleived to descend from the kabarda. They are light and sturdy, if somowhat plain in appearance, and have extraordinary endurance. They make excellent horses for light work and pleasure riding. Usually fairly small, 14 to 15 hands, and almost always bay with no white markings, there is as yet to registry or stud book for the breed. There are less than 2000 Uzunyayla horses in existence today.
Temperament:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse has a trainable and docile temperament.
Height:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse stands 14.1 to 15.1 hands.
Weight:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse weighs 600 to 800 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse has no specific health problems.
Living Conditions:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse is very hardy and enjoys being kept outdoors in all but the harshest weather.
Exercise:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse is a working breed and benefits from regular exercise.
Life Expectancy:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse lives into the late twenties.
Grooming:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse is kept with a natural appearance and can be kept with a minimum of care.
Origin:
The Uzunyayla breed of horse originated in the Kayseri region of Turkey from the Kabarda breed. The Uzunyayla can be traced back to the mid 19th century although there is no recognized registry or stud book. 