The Friesian breed is renowned for its black luxurious mane and tail, feathered locks and shiny black coat. In addition to the Friesian horse’s fantastic conformation, it also has a wonderful character evident in its friendliness, intelligence, adaptability, and its enormous willingness to work
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His head is proportionate in width and length with small and alert ears with tops pointing slightly toward one another
His overall stance sets him apart with expressive overall movement ~ his walk straight, vigorous and springy, with good length of stride and compulsion from his hind quarters
The trot, reaching and forward in movement with power from the hind quarters elevated and high-footed with a moment of suspension
Gentle, docile, affectionate are just a few words to describe the Friesian horse's temperament. It is said Friesian horses develop special relationships with their handler and make great additions to the family
