Range Trotters are the result of crossbreeding Orlov Trotters, Finnhorses, Welsh Cobs (section C & D) and Hanoverians. Later crosses of Quarter Horses, Paint and Appaloosas to gain color and to give a boost to their hardiness. With a height average of 13-15 hands, they're a hardy breed with characteristics for various disciplines.
Created for use as work, carriage and leisure riding horses originally, they now serve as long-distance range horses, such as work with Park Rangers and mounted officers.
Willing and eager personalities, most are quickly trained to be bombproof and therefore trusted mounts in all lines of work; some are being seen in local show jumping competitions, others are notably used in therapeutic sessions for their calm temperaments. Harness races and endurance trials are common for the breed, as they are able to sustain an extended trot without tire. Cross-Country competitions see some of the taller Trotters, but due to their cob lineage this is still uncommon.
Despite the variety of competitions and work these horses are being seen in, they are still famously skilled as endurance racers. Many competitors have chosen Range Trotters due to their tireless work ethic, as well as the ease in which they can be trained. Many have become champions in endurance trials, and they have quickly become a sought after breed for their natural ability.
The American Bison! One of my favorite land mammals. c:
This gene adds a two-toned cover of the head, neck and shoulders. It does not extend past the cannon bones, or lower legs, nor does it move past the middle of the body.
The base of the marking is a dark, deep brown with an overcoat in a tan; the dark brown always has a larger area of coverage.
To win this one, show me a credited picture of the glorious American Bison, please. <3
Username: Pandora Maryam
Show Name: OHS Home On The Range
Barn Name: Laurel
Gender: Mare
Height: 12.1 hh
Eye Color: Steel Blues
Phenotype: Chestnut Bison
Genotype: ee aa BiBi
- Dominant for Bison.
