Cool Ardennes horses

Forwarded by M.C

The Ardennes or Ardennais is one of the oldest breeds of draft horse originating from the Ardennes area in Belgium, Luxembourg and France. They are heavy-boned with thick legs that help with draft work. Their history reaches back to the time of Julius Caesar and the Romans, and was instrumental in Napoleon's Russian campaign. Ardennes are used mainly for heavy draft and farm work.

Ardennes generally stand between 15 and 16 hands high, and weigh 1,540 to 2,200 lbs. Their heads are heavy and broad, with a straight or snub profile. Their conformation is broad and muscular, with strong joints, well developed for draft work. Identifying features include a compact body, short back, and short, sturdy legs. Their feet are feathered...
.
.
.
.
.