If you were ever thinking of buying or breedingb to a dutch harness horse for dressage....you have the right idea. They are a unique breed that has a lot to offer. This article explains everything you need to know.
Are Dutch Harness Horses More Than Just Driving Horses?
I was first introduced to the Dutch Harness Horse in 2005. I became a fan right away. Their conformation makes it easy for them to sit high in the bridle and their movement is elastic with a lot of animation. My first thought was wow what great dressage horses they would make. Why haven’t we seen them in the Dressage ring? So I did a little research and this is what I found.
First let me give you some information on their history. They were first developed in the Netherlands since the end of World War II. You can find them in the KWPN studbook which was founded in 1969. They were bred based on the native Groningen and Gelderland horses and they were mainly used to farm land or as transportation. With their strict selection procedures and a clear breeding aim enabled breeders to produce a refined, high-stepping horse which makes them stand out among other breeds. Their forelegs are typically longer than the hind legs which enables them to sit on their hind quarters and lift in the front. This is why they are so powerful, they have a active hind end and spectacular freedom in the forehand. These attributes are what made me become interested in the breed.
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