Country of Origin: Iceland
Use today: The Icelandic Horse is still treasured in its homeland today, and many people still use the horses for sheepherding, local transportation and competition.
Color: The breed comes in more than 100 colors and color combinations, including pinto.
Height: 12 to 14 hands.
 

Profile: The Icelandic Horse was most likely brought to Iceland by the Vikings in the 9th century. Although the breed shares characteristics with the Mongolian horse and the Lyngen or Nordland, l...


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