Percheron Horse

The Percheron horse is a breed which is very popular in France. They are well known as being draft horses, and they come from the area of Perche. These horses are primarily used in farming work, and they are also frequently used in parades. They are very large and powerful, and have played an important role as horses rode by knights and used by farmers. They have played important roles in society over the years.

Percherons have coats that are generally gray or black, and chestnut is also good. The red gene in these horses are recessive, and offspring with these traits can appear if two black Percherons mate and both have this gene. Most Percherons can be traced back to Justamere Showtime. Two of the most well known descendants of Justamere Showtime are McGee and Highview Dragano. These horses are known for winning horse show programs.

Many champions have come from this breed of horse. Percherons differ from Arabian horses in that they were not bred for speed or agility. Percherons were bred for strength and power. They were often used for ploughing and different types of field work, and were very important before the Industrial Revolution. They were also known for pulling large carts filled with heavy objects around towns and cities. After the Industrial Revolution, the use of these horses for this work gradually declined.

Today Percherons are used as riding horses. They are valued for having a calm temperament and a large amount of endurance, and this makes them enjoyable for use in many recreational activities. During the middle ages, Percherons were highly prized by knights  who would ride them into battle. Percherons were strong enough to support the weight of both the knight  and the armor he wore, and this was very important. Their high stamina suited them well on battlefields where they would have to move quickly. Knights often designed armor for Percherons so that they could also be protected in battle.

The availability of Percherons varies from country to country. In competitions they are usually placed in draft classes, and are judged within this category. These horses are very beautiful, and they have many traits which make them a highly attractive breed. They are much heavier than most horses, and are very muscular and strong. These horses are also very active, and have been seen at fairs, parades, and other public events. Many communities and websites exist which provide information and resources for this breed of horse.