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Horses: Fjord
   
Fjord with bareback pad The Fjord is an ancient breed of horse, possibly dating back 4,000 years, and originates from Norway. It's believed to be descended from the Mongolian Wild Horse (Przewalski's Horse), and could also be related to the Tarpan. The Fjord is one of the very few modern breeds to exhibit primitive colors and markings. They are most commonly dun in color, have a dorsal stripe that runs from its forlock down to its tail, and sometimes even has the primitive "zebra" markings on its legs. Although short (usually between 13 and 14.1 hands), the Fjord is very sturdy with good bone and can carry adult riders as well as children.
   
The horses pictured are owned by Rokida Ranch Fjords in Culver, Minnesota. With our cold, harsh winters, Fjords are as much at home in Minnesota as in Norway. Ron and Kit Davis raise Fjords for draft, cart, and riding purposes. For information, call them at (218) 729-7062. Fjord pulling a carriage
   
Check out the links below for more information on the Fjord and for farms currently breeding Fjords. Clicking on the link will open a new window:  
   
Norwegian Fjord Horse Registry - The U.S. registry for Fjord horses. Website has information on the breed as well as registration regulations.
The Canadian Fjord Horse Association - The Canadian Fjord Registry.
The Fjord Horse Page - This website has information and history on the Fjord and photographs of Fjord horses.
Norwegian Fjord Ponies - Site has information on the Fjord and a small Classifieds section of Fjords for sale.
All Norwegian Fjord Links - Provides links to websites for information on the Fjord and links to breeders' websites.
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