Breed Info
Andalusians
One of the oldest breeds of horse, the Andalusian, is known for its beauty, athletic ability and intelligence. Used throughout history in all styles of riding, from war horses of the ancient Greeks and Romans, to mounts of royalty, to dressage and bullfighting, the Andalusian is extremely versatile.
The classical riding academy, popular during the Renaissance, used these horses for high level dressage because of their natural agility, balance and trainability. The Andalusian also influenced other breeds popular in the dressage and sport horse world, including the Lipizzan, Lusitano and many different European Warmbloods.
Most Andalusians average 15.2 to 16.2 hands high. The most common color is gray, with an occasional bay, black, or chestnut. They have beautiful long, flowing manes and tails, and are known for their powerful, elegant leg action which makes them very suitable for the sport of dressage. Andalusians also compete in show jumping, driving, endurance and are used for bullfighting.
The beauty of the Andalusian has been featured in numerous films, “Shadowfax” in the Lord of the Rings trilogy was played by two Andalusians, the unicorn in the Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, was an Andalusian, and Mel Gibson rode an Andalusian in the movie, Braveheart.
For more information, visit the International Andalusian and Lusitano Horse Association at www.ialha.org
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Directions
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2011 Midwest Horse Fair® Dates
April 15, 16, & 17, 2011
Notice: Photographers and Videographers
All attendees at the Midwest Horse Fair should be aware that there are “official photographers and videographers” on the grounds during the entire event. You may take photos and video at the fair for your own personal use, and we encourage you to do so, but selling them for a profit is strictly prohibited. Photos and video of attendees may be taken during the Midwest Horse Fair. With your entrance to the grounds you are giving permission for the Wisconsin State Horse Council to use any pictures or videos in which you might appear for future publicity, promotion, advertising or other media uses related to the Midwest Horse Fair.
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Interested in being a Clinician, Speaker or Entertainer in 2011?
If you are interested in participating in the 2011 Midwest Horse Fair® as a speaker, clinician or demo, please submit your media package and requirements beginning May 1, 2010, or submit information online. If you have any questions contact Kathy Freidel at 920.623.5515.
