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HORSES OF THE WORLD
SHAGYA
Origin:
Europe - Hungry
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History:
The Hungarian Babolna stud founded by Emperor Josef II in 1789 imported
the tall Syrian bred stallion Shagya in 1836 who gave the breed its name. He was mated
with quality Hungarian mares of mixed blood including Hungarian, Thoroughbred, Arabian and
Spanish origin, all with an eastern overall appearance. Interbreeding produced a taller
and bigger framed horse than the standard Arabian by still keeping an overall Arabian
appearance. The Shagya is an elegant, tough, quality riding horse and was a popular
cavalry mount before the start of mechanisation.
Characteristics:
tall, elegant horse
Head: refined head; dished profile; large, wide set eyes;
small, tapered muzzle; large nostrils
Neck: elegantly curved
Shoulders: sloping
Body: short, slightly concave back; strong loins; level croup
Legs: good, strong limbs
Feet : especially good, well formed
Tail: high set
Color: predominantly grey; also all Arabian colors
Height: 14 to 15hh
Temperament: gentle
Qualities: tough, endurance
Today:
Shagyas are quality leisure riding horses and are exported to a number of
countries.
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