Knabstrupper eu mother stud book knabstrupperforeningen for danmark knn as last. Sep 20, 2007 the knabstrup is a very old, very rare breed that was developed in denmark as a riding and circus horse. Knabstrupper for sale hyben knn 2174 knabstrupper usa. The horse evolved over 45 to 55 million years from a small multitoed creature into the large, singletoed animal of today. Some breeders are leaning more to the heavier baroque style of horse but the emphasis is still on the qualities needed for a modern competition horses.
The knabstrup or knabstrupper is a european horse breed with an unusual range of. All three types of the knabstrup found today are adept at the various show events available to horse and rider. In 1971 breeder frede nielsen brought 3 appaloosa stallions to denmark to introduce new blood into the knabstrupper breed. Knabstruppers are a horse breed which has experienced the highest glory and. Schleswig war, but unfortunately, because of their eyecatching color, they made good targets for the enemy. The first domestication of the horses was probably in the steppes of central asia between 3000 and 4000 b. Horses of the world coloring book online bookstore.
American knabstrupper association knabstruppers for sale. Do your best to complete each activity and answer the questions. She is by 17 hh danish imported stallion lammengardens liberty out of an approved. Please check into the credentials of any horse we show here as we do not necessarily know all these horses. Knabstrupper usa foals horses for sale brood mares. Now, the horse more closely resembles an appaloosa. Production consisted of dinnerware, wall plaques, and dishes. The knabstrupper breed was first established in 1812 in denmark. Collect a horse life knabstrupper black leopard mare toy. Mar 16, 2010 hehehe i havent made a vid so decided to make a horse breed one you enjoy. A common breed, the danubian also called the dunayska is generally used for draft work. Coat patterns range from solid to the full leopard spotted, with many variants in between. The tiger looking horses from knabstrup was foundation for the breed in the holbaekarea, not to mention bornholm and northern parts of jutland.
It is also known as the knabstrupper or tiger horse and has a similar range of coat patterns to the appaloosa. Knabstrup horses for sale will be easy to find from local breeders. Ptd stjerne is a registered and branded knabstrupper. For inclusion in the main stud book a horse must have 3 generations of. Please note the rules and breed standards have been translated from the official.
Im so happy i added it to my library of books about horses. You may need additional resources for some activities. Linus denmarks knabstrupper horse when kings and queens. You can find horse information in books at your local bookstore or library, on the internet, at your local feed store, or even at a nearby stable or neighbors house, if they own horses.
Once the playthings of nobility and royalty, the knabstrup has earned its keep by being the carriage horses of the rich, the impressive steed of military leaders, and the prancing performer of the stage and circuses. Knabstrupper news newspapers books scholar jstor april 2011 learn how and when to remove this template message. The knabstrupper or knabstrup is a danish breed of horse with an unusual range of coat coloration. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. It discusses everything from what to consider before you buy a horse to the history of the horse. Wildlife park 2 horses is the horseextension of the successful and awardwinning wildlife park 2.
The baroque type is a shorter, broader horse reminiscent of a carriage horse or war horse and was very popular as a circus horse. A breed of horse known for their spotted coats knabstrup per. And the other horse breeds that helped revitalize the knabstrup have provided its versatility. A poster book celebrate the beauty, power, and mystery of horses with these 30 breathtaking, fullcolor posters. Horse information, horse tips, horse care, horse information. It is a beautiful book full of great information about the care and yes, feeding of horses and ponies. From the same spanish bloodlines as knabstrupper bay. Jan 12, 2014 linus denmarks knabstrupper horse when kings and queens ruled the lands of europe, a new breed of white and spotted horse emerged in the country of denmark, though it can be traced back to the age of the vikings the knabstrup horse, sparkling white and dotted with brown or black became a symbol of the joy and decadence of the aristocracythe main street. Keeping your own horses requires dedication, hard work, and a sincere interest in the wellbeing of your animals. Someone that owned an estate named the horses knabstrup and they were also referred to as knabstruper. The danubian is actually a halfbred horse originating from bulgaria. Colorado was only the 2nd registered and approved stallion in this country, and one of the only approved and registered knabstrupper stallions to actively compete at any discipline in the u. Colorado skrodstrup knabstrupper stallion at stud avalon.
The knabstrupper sports horse is a long legged, big framed and. However, it lives mainly in the dunav valley or the danube whence its name, as well as on the plains of southern bulgaria. Some history about the knabstrup horse thoughts on breeding programs and aims. This amazing thread reminds me of a coffeetable book on horse breeds my parents had. Knabstrupper horses coat and skill descriptions on howrse.
Equine photographer bob langrish captures black friesians as they thunder through the surf, chestnuts and palominos as they gallop across an autumn landscape, and milkywhite camargue. He is a bay leopard spotted stallion and stands 15. In a world full of solid colored warmbloods, the knabstrupper is the eclectic cousin of the bunch. The spotted coat is caused by a genetic mechanism called the leopard complex. She is out of an approved thoroughbred mare by the imported danish knabstrupper stallion pt da vinci ll fahrenheit farrah is a registered and branded knabstrupper filly.
Apr 10, 2016 knabstrupper wikipedia, the free encyclopedia the knabstrupper or knabstrup is a danish breed of horse with an unusual range of coat coloration. It is highly prized as a circus horse due to its eyecatching colour. Knabstrupper usa foals horses for sale brood mares stud. Horse breed info list of horse breeds types of horse. The mare and her son were each bred to many other horses, producing many offspring with spotting and establishing the knabstrupper as a breed. Horses without papers can be perfectly good animals, but by definition are more of an unknown quantity and may be subject to genetic disorders which might not be picked up on a vets inspection. The knabstrupper horse exhibits the same color patterns as the american appaloosa, as they share the same color genes. Knabstrupper horse danish breed of horse unusual range of. Knabstruppers are a danish breed that have a wide range of coat colors. Whether packing a load of newfound gold in california or gallantly leading the cavalry in battle at waterloo, the horse has long been an essential partner in human endeavor. The knabstrupper equiworld world wide horse information. Caring for a knabstrup knabstrubs are a hardy breed as horses go and require minimal cosseting. In order to be able to post messages on the the horse forum forums, you must first register. Vendsyssel northern jutland had from approximately 1930, a greater number of tigered horses.
Click for more kids facts and information or download the worksheet collection. Inside the frederiksborg stallions became a knabstrup and from there the horse was able to lend a few of their notable traits to the new breed. The color variations range from the whole body spots of the. The american knabstrupper association is dedicated to the advancement, study, protection, exhibition and promotion of the knabstrupper horse in north america. While they are noted for being such rugged horses, they are equally as gentle. She never dreamed that someday her equine sculptures would be used as the basis of a new model horse collection created by collect a. Knabstruppers are a horse breed which has experienced the highest glory and the deepest oblivion, which has carried kings to the coronation and has pulled the farmers plow. Once used for transportation, hauling, and war, they are now kept mostly for sports, recreation, and companionship. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. In denmark as early as in the year 1671, there was a very popular line of spanish horses, called the tiger horses, which, in the year 1750, reached its summit of quality that they were to achieve. The sport horse variety shines in the ring, in both dressage and show jumping events.
Knabstrup horse breed information, and knabstrups for sale. Read about the knabstruppers at the 2008 texas equine expo. Can you tell which one is appaloosa aphc, knabstrupper, or pony of america poa. The large strong heads and erect manes depicted in these paintings bear a striking resemblance to this modern breed. Nov 11, 2015 when kings and queens ruled the lands of europe, a new breed of white and spotted horse emerged in the country of denmark, though it can be traced back to the age of the vikings the knabstrup horse, sparkling white and dotted with brown or black became a symbol of the joy and decadence of the aristocracythe main street. Dogs cats terrific pets is a website you can find information on dog breeds, dog breeders, dogs for sale, puppies for sale, dog names and more.
Colorado skrodstrup is a knabstrupper stallion imported from denmark in 2006. The older horse was more draft like and was widely used under harness. Find everything you need to know about horse racing at. Breed horses, enter competitions and manage your own equestrian center. The knabstrup horse is a natural trotter, and as a type, the trakehner horse is closest to the original type. The knabstrup, endemic to denmark, has one of the oldest breed registries in europe. Knabstrupperforeningen for danmarks arkiv knabstrupperforeningen for danmarks archive here is what has been translated into english until now, and some translations to the links in the main menu left on the page. Some knabstrupper horses have leopard spotted coats similar to appaloosas.
The first picture is a knabstrupper, the second a poa, and the third is a registered aphc appaloosa. Established in 1812, the knabstrupper started with a single chestnut blanketed mare purchased by a danish butcher named flaeb from a spanish cavalry officer. Believed to have originated from the prehistory spotted horses of the region of europe now known as spain, the knabstrupper is one of the oldest breed registries in europe. The kingfisher illustrated horse and pony encyclopedia.
The ages, abilities, dispositions, and other desired attributes will vary a great deal on the knabstrup horses for sale that you find. In this video, we are going to look at 10 most beautiful horse. Horses have been domesticated by humans for thousands of years. In denmark as early as in the year 1671, there was a very popular spanish stud, called the tiger horses, which, in. The knabstrup or knabstrupper is a european horse breed with an unusual range of coat coloration. The breed generally has either warmblood or baroque horse conformation. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Major villars lunn at knabstrup hovedgard founded the knabstrupper breeding and was one of very few to live to see the results of his breeding work i.
Jun 01, 2003 the encyclopedia of horses and ponies covers all the basic information that new horse owners need. Knabstrupper horse danish breed of horse unusual range. Finding knabstrup horses for sale is a fairly simple task, and there are many vividly colored knabstrup horses for sale. The knabstrupper is a horse breed of old, believed to have established on the knabstrupgaard estate in denmark in 1812, although spotted horses have been present in denmark as far back as the 16th. The internet, magazines, books, videos and dvds, information from breed associations and feed manufacturers can help you.
The knabstrup is a very old, very rare breed that was developed in denmark as a riding and circus horse. In denmark as early as in the year 1671, there was a very popular spanish stud, called the tiger horses, which, in the year 1750, had reached its summit what quality belongs. From cave paintings it is believed that the equid from which modern horses are derived resemble the modern przewalski horse. Knabstrup horses for sale are now available worldwide. Tania is a serious knabstrupper breeder but due to some circumstances she has to sell some of her 10 horses. Record the pronunciation of this word in your own voice and play it to listen to how you have. Home of the first knn registered main book knabstruppers in south africa. He used mares that had proved themselves durable and capable through hard work. The knabstrupper horse is an old and rare breed, originally developed in denmark the horses come from the same original stock as the spanish horses that gave rise to the appaloosa. From time to time we get an adult horse in from denmark or germany, we also offer as a service to all knabstrupper fans a place to advertise knabstruppers for sale in other countries. Its members are comprised of owners, breeders and admirers of the knabstrupper horse. The public library, other horse enthusiasts and your extension center will have more information.
The breed is genetically unrelated to the appaloosa of the northwestern us, and no, it is not noted for speed or jumping ability. Many are thought of as very strong and also rather sound creatures. Horses breeds of livestock, department of animal science. Become a horsezoomanager and take good care of your animal charges. Some knabstruppers are born with solid colors, such as bay or chestnut. Qualities of a knabstrup horse are that they are strong and resilient. The pony type is smaller still and is a favorite of children all over europe. But some horse breeds have such unique characteristics that they look like something straight out of a story book. Fintel is a fantastic natured horse with bold paces and a fantastic bold jump,he has competed successfully in both showjumping and dressage in europe before being imported to the uk, fintel has bred exellent youngstock,would be ideal to put quality into any mare. Knabstrup is one of the oldest manor houses in denmark. The knabstrupper horse originates from the estate knabstrup hovedgard on zealand in denmark, were the owner, major lunn, in the beginning of the 19 th century bred strong, fast and noble horses. The knabstrupper, also called knabstrup horse, is a danish breed of horse with an unusual. Knabstrupper network of north america information an online breed community that provides resources, networking, advertisement, and promotion to knabstrupper lovers, owners, and breeders in the usacanada.
The original knabstrup horses were strong, tough and sturdy in appearance. Humans first domesticated them between 4000 and 3000 bc. The knabstrupper or knabstrup is a danish breed of horse with an unusual. The spotted color patterns common in the knabstrupper are seen in other breeds, such as the appaloosa horse, though the two breeds developed independently of one another. Danish officers often used knabstrup horses as mounts during the war 18481850. Members are allowed only one account per person at the horse forum, so if youve made an account here in the past youll need to continue using that account. Collect a horse life knabstrupper black leopard mare toy figure. This web site will be updated each month with recent pics of the horses and farm. The stunning knabstrup, with its varying patterns of spots and colors, has long been admired for its beauty. Some history about the knabstrup horse knabstrupper usa. Horse information horse information is available everywhere you look. But knabstruppers were not rpsis focus and they did not promote the breed. After frida schou retired as director in 1970, the factory bought a new gas kiln, bjorn wiinblad took over production and changed the name in 1977 to knabstrup ceramic factory a s. The situation today unfortunately, there are because of the influence of too much foreign blood in the breeding today only approx.
Wildlife park 2 horses will completely satisfy horse lovers and zoo fans. Intelligent and also considered gentle, these animals are distinctive looking and generally quite pleasant as well. A chestnut mare with leopard complex blanket markings was bred to a solidcolored stallion, producing a colt with dramatic spotting. Knabstrupper for sale buy and sell horses on europes leading horse market. From the same spanish bloodlines as the appaloosa, they are found displaying all of the appaloosa white patterns. Knabstrupper mares and foals and put them into a separate knabstrupper book of the rpsi. For centuries, the horse has served man and inspired his respect. Welcome to, your official source for horse racing results, mobile racing data, statistics as well as all other horse racing and thoroughbred racing information. Her sons great, great grandfather was villads lunn who started the original danish knabstrupper breed on the small castle knabstrup. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The knabstrupper and the appaloosa share the same unusual color patterns, they are the spotted horses.
This page was last edited on 6 january 2019, at 01. Ponies, pretty, animals, animales, animaux, pony, animal books, animal. Horse information is available everywhere you look. Finding the knabstrup horse for sale that is right for you is a much more challenging task. Collect a horses are created by deborah mcdermott, a sculptor living in southern california. She grew up as a typical horse crazy little girl who loved horse models and drawing horses. Check out some of these other interesting facts about this horse with a coat of many colors. It has other interesting information and pictures of horses, too. But its colorful appearance was always closely connected to that of its owner. Anyway a likee this kind of horse cauz their spots are verry pretty. It was also a popular circus horse due to its back which was long and wide. I wish that i had owned this book when i was a young girl. While the knabstrup are best known for their spotted coats, this is a strong preference rather than an essential feature of the breed. In the 1960s it was decided that the breed was in danger of inbreeding due to low.
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