What are the least popular eventing horse breeds?

For many people, the thought of buying a horse is exciting and a great way to get fit and become more active. But not all breeds of horse are created equal when it comes to being suitable for an eventing rider. The most important factors for determining if a horse will be suitable for eventing are its temperament, athleticism and suitability of its conformation for the sport. However, there are certain lesser-known breeds that are better suited to eventing than others. In some cases, the horse may not even be registered as it’t not a good prospect for the specific level of competition it is suited for. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of the 10 least popular eventing horse breeds based on the number of registered horses for the first eventing championship season in 2016 – the Equitest Horse Index (EI).

Cob-Wob Equine Escape Artists

If there’s one thing eventing riders don’t need more of, it’s unruly animals that have no patience for anyone and everything in their path. As is the case with most untrained horses, the cob-wob Equine Escape Artist is the kind of horse that has no respect for authority, doesn’t mind letting everyone around it know how frustrated it is, and will constantly be looking for ways to get out of doing what its rider wants it to do.These hyperactive and stubborn horses are generally not suitable for competition, but might be good for people who want their horse for pleasure purposes only and don’t expect it to do anything other than run around in the pasture.

Spanish And Portuguese Riding Ponies

These small ponies come from the Iberian Peninsula and are bred for the Spanish and Portuguese military. Their small bodies and light frames make them suitable for the rigors of military drills, but they are not suitable for the demands of eventing. They are generally quiet and submissive, and are excellent for novice eventing riders. They are also notoriously stubborn and require a firm and consistent hand to keep them in line.

Spanish And Mane And Spanish Saddles

The Spanish Mane and Saddle is a traditional design of horse gear that has been used in Spain for centuries. It is made from a black leather base covered in braided black horse hair. It is a very simple design that has been used for eventing and hunting for centuries. It is not suitable for competition, but is extremely functional for both rider and horse.

Spanish And Mane And Barrel Saddles

While the Spanish Mane and Saddle is a very simple design, the Spanish Barrel Saddle is more complex. It is an extremely old design that has been used for centuries. It is not suitable for competition, but it is a very functional design for both rider and horse.

Spanish And Mane And Barrel And Breast Saddles

The Spanish Barrel and Breast Saddles are two of the most popular types of Spanish Saddles. They are very similar to one another, with the main difference being that the Breast Saddle is a modified version of the Barrel Saddle. They are not suitable for competition, but are extremely functional for both rider and horse.

French And Spanish Riding Ponies

These small ponies come from the Iberian Peninsula and are bred for the Spanish and Portuguese military. Their small bodies and light frames make them suitable for the rigors of military drills, but they are not suitable for the demands of eventing. They are generally quiet and submissive, and are excellent for novice eventing riders.

French And Spanish Pony And Tack

The French Pony And Tack is a very simple design that has been used for centuries. It is a very simple design that has been used for eventing and hunting for centuries. It is not suitable for competition, but is extremely functional for both rider and horse.

French And Spanish Pony And Tack

The Spanish Pony And Tack is a very simple design that has been used for eventing and hunting for centuries. It is a very simple design that has been used for eventing and hunting for centuries. It is not suitable for competition, but is extremely functional for both rider and horse.

Bosnia And Herzegovina Pony And Tack

The Bosnia and Herzegovina Pony And Tack is a very simple design that has been used for eventing and hunting for centuries. It is not suitable for competition, but is extremely functional for both rider and horse.

Conclusion

There are no "bad" or "wrong" breeds of horse for eventing, only not suitable ones. If you're looking for advice on how to choose the best horse for your needs, we suggest speaking to your veterinarian and asking lots of questions.