Horse Breeds in Brazil

Abstract

From the domestication there was a concrete segregation made by the man, where each race of horse or pony presented inclination to develop a specific activity, like animals of load, transport, battles, amusement and sport competitions. Some of these animals followed with multifunctional characteristics, such as Pantaneiro and Creole. Others have developed specific functional characteristics, such as Breton used for traction. The morphological characteristics were determined by breed associations of each race, which determined racial patterns. An animal race is one where individuals possess specific characteristics and are transmissible to other generations. It is estimated that there are more than 80 breeds of horses. The knowledge of these races becomes necessary because of the great proximity between man and horse.