The Abtenauer is the smallest variation of the Noriker, but lighter in bone. They are bred in Abtenau Valley, Austria. They are well-known for their trotting ability that flows with every stride. These draft horses are used for work in the mountain forests. Researchers think that the ancestors are horses the Greeks left in the valley when they were no longer of use.
The height ranges frm 14.3hh-15hh. The colors accepted by breeders are Black, Chestnut, and Roan; while Leopard Complex is not. The foals are born with an unique curly coat that is shed when the foal gains his adult coat. There is no official registry and very little information known about this breed. They are also considered rare.
Resources:
"International Encyclopedia of Horse Breeds" by Bonnie Hendricks
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