Breed Information
The Clydesdale is a breed of heavy draft horse developed in the early nineteenth century by farmers in the Lanarkshire (previously Clydesdale) district of Scotland. It was bred to meet not only the agricultural needs of the local farmers, but also the demands of commerce for the coalfields of Lanarkshire and for all the types of heavy haulage on the streets of Glasgow. Due to its fine reputation, use of the breed soon spread throughout the whole of Scotland and northern England.
The modern Clydesdale horse stands between 16 and 19 hands and weighs from 1600 to 2200 lbs. The modern Clydesdale is a little larger than the original Scottish horse.
The most common body color is bay, followed by black, brown, and chestnut. The roan trait (solid body color with white hairs throughout the coat) may be found in all the colors. Popular markings for today's big hitches are four white socks to the knees and hocks, and a well-defined blaze or bald face. ~ Information provided by the Clydesdale Breeders of the USA
The modern Clydesdale horse stands between 16 and 19 hands and weighs from 1600 to 2200 lbs. The modern Clydesdale is a little larger than the original Scottish horse.
The most common body color is bay, followed by black, brown, and chestnut. The roan trait (solid body color with white hairs throughout the coat) may be found in all the colors. Popular markings for today's big hitches are four white socks to the knees and hocks, and a well-defined blaze or bald face. ~ Information provided by the Clydesdale Breeders of the USA