A
rare and exclusive breed, the Spanish-Norman blends the genes of the Andalusian
of Spain and the Percheron of France to re-create the phenotype of the
courageous horse that thundered across the battlefields of Europe.
Endowed with the unique combination of presence and docility, the modern
Spanish-Norman is 15.3 to 17 hands and is predominately gray with some bays and
blacks. Physical characteristics of this athletic breed are large expressive
eyes; long graceful necks; laid back shoulders that blend smoothly into short
backs; strong hindquarters; and sturdy feet and legs. They are bred to move
freely from the shoulder with elastic, fluid movement, featuring engagement and
elevation with extension.
