Kathiawari horse

  • Kathiawari
  • કાઠીયાવાડી
Conservation statusFAO (2007): not at risk[1]: 61 
Other names
Country of originIndia
DistributionKathiawar peninsula
StandardIndigenous Horse Society of India
Use
Traits
Weight
  • Male:
    325 kg[3]
  • Female:
    275 kg[3]
Height
  • 139–159 cm[4]: 53 
  • Male:
    average: 149 cm[5]
  • Female:
    average: 147 cm[5]
Colour
Distinguishing featuresunusual in-curved ears
Stallion

The Kathiawari or Kathiawadi is an Indian breed of horse. It originates in the Kathiawar peninsula of Gujarat in western India, and is associated with the Kathi people of that area. It was originally bred as a desert war horse for use over long distances, in rough terrain, on minimal rations. It is closely related to the Marwari horses of Rajasthan; both breeds have been influenced by imported Arab horses.[6]: 479  It is found in all colours except for black, and is most commonly chestnut. In the past it was used as a war horse and cavalry mount. Today it is used for riding, in harness and for sports;[5] it may be used as a police horse and for the sport of tent-pegging. A stud-book is kept by the Kathiawari Horse Breeders' Association, which also organises annual shows.

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