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Icelandic Horse

"The Icelandic horse is a robust, versatile, and extremely long-lived breed of small horse, known for its unique gaits Tölt and Pace, as well as its balanced temperament."

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Icelandic Horse
Shoulder Height: 140 cm
Age25-35 years
Average life expectancy with species-appropriate husbandry and good health.
Height
Shoulder Height: 130-150cmHead Height: ~166cm (est.)
The standard size measured from the ground to the highest point of the shoulder (withers).
Weight300-500 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.

Possesses a high willingness to work and energy, requires regular exercise.

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

Balanced and calm, yet possessing enough spirit and willpower.

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

Due to its good-natured character, it is very suitable for beginners and children.

Social Behavior
Compatibility with conspecifics in the herd or stable.

Highly herd-oriented and social; thrives best in group/open stable environments.

Reliability
Composure in stressful situations (skittishness).

Renowned for being sure-footed, robust, and a reliable partner in any terrain.

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

Extremely versatile, suitable for leisure, sport, trekking, and as a family horse.

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

Requires intensive grooming, especially during seasonal changes due to thick winter coat and long hair.

Did you know?

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

Character & Training

Friendly, intelligent, self-confident, and eager to learn. Despite its compact size, it is a sturdy weight-carrier.

Living & Exercise

Thrives in herd environments, ideally in open stables, and is extremely weather-resistant.

Health & Grooming

Very long-lived and robust; susceptible to sweet itch in non-native climates.

History

Kept in purebred isolation on Iceland for over 1000 years; descended from Viking horses.

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