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The French Canadien Horse (recently shortened to the Canadian horse) arrived in New France (Quebec) in the early 1600's. The horses were sent to the nobility and habitants of the colony of New France as a gift from King Louis XIV of France.

Adapting admirably to the rigors of the harsh Canadian climate, poor food, little or no shelter and a heavy workload, the Canadian thrived and evolved into what became affectionately known as the 'Little Iron Horse'. They broke the soil of the first homesteads, logged in the bush and carried noblemen. Carriage horse, plow horse, riding horse, they did it all!

Official Characteristics:

Abundant, long, fine and wavy hair. Tail long and thick. Shows power, agility, finesse, strength and balance. Bones dense and clean. Elegant and noble in carriage and movement. Symmetry of shape, stands squarely on ground. Free and vigorous movement, joints bending freely with lots of action. Temperament is energetic, vigorous, gentle and docile. Versatile, easy-keeping, resistant to disease, strong and known for their endurance and robustness.

• Height: 14-16 hands
• Weight: 1,000-1,400 lbs
• Color: Black, Brown, Chestnut, Bay. Rarely: Grey or with blaze or white socks

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