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Camargue horse

"The Camargue horse is one of the oldest horse breeds in the world. Known for its hardiness, endurance, and snow-white coat as an adult, it originates from the marshlands of southern France."

Your Height:

180 cm

Shoulder Height: 143 cm

Age25-30 years

Average life expectancy with species-appropriate husbandry and good health.

Height

Shoulder Height: 135-150cmHead Height: ~169cm (est.)

The standard size measured from the ground to the highest point of the shoulder (withers).

Weight350-500 kg

Ideal body weight for a healthy, adult breed.

Cost/Month€120+

The sum of food, insurance, and basic care per month.

Character Profile

Activity Level

The urge to move and the willingness to perform of the horse in training and everyday life.

Highly active and enduring due to its original use in cattle work.

Temperament

Describes the character from calm and composed to spirited and sensitive.

Courageous, steady-nerved, and strong-willed, yet balanced.

Beginner Friendly

How well the horse is suited for riders with little experience or as a first horse.

Due to its independent nature, better suited for experienced riders.

Social Behavior

Compatibility with conspecifics in the herd or stable.

Very social, as they live in semi-feral herd structures in their homeland.

Reliability

Composure in stressful situations (skittishness).

Very sure-footed, reliable, and hardworking in difficult terrain.

Versatility

Suitability for various disciplines such as dressage, jumping, leisure or western.

Highly versatile: riding, endurance, cattle work, and leisure.

Grooming Effort

Time required for grooming, hoof care and general stable hygiene.

A hardy breed that lives outdoors, requiring standard care.

Did you know?

Keeping a pet of this size costs over 80€ per month on average. Plan your finances wisely.

Character & Training

Courageous, independent, steady-nerved, and highly intelligent.

Living & Exercise

Grown semi-feral in the Camargue marshes, prefers wide-open spaces.

Health & Grooming

Very hardy, health-stable, and adapted to harsh conditions.

History

An ancient breed with origins potentially tracing back to prehistoric times.

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