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The '''Kazakh''' is an ancient breed of horse believed to be a descendant of the [[Asiatic Wild Horse]] and originating in [[Kazakhstan]] of the former [[USSR]]. They are used mainly as a riding horse, and are known for their hardiness and stamina.<ref name="okstate">[http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/kazakh/ "Kazakh"]. Referenced October 13, 2011.</ref>
The '''Kazakh''' is an ancient breed of horse believed to be a descendant of the [[Asiatic Wild Horse]] and originating in [[Kazakhstan]] of the former [[USSR]]. They are used mainly as a riding horse, and are known for their hardiness and stamina.<ref name="okstate">[http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/kazakh/ "Kazakh"]. Referenced October 13, 2011.</ref>


==Physical Appearance==
==Physical Appearance==
[[File:Stamp_of_Kazakhstan_367.jpg|thumb|Kazakhstan postage stamp featuring traditional horse breed]]
[[File:Stamp of Kazakhstan 367.jpg|thumb|Kazakhstan postage stamp featuring traditional horse breed]]
The Kazakh generally stands 12.1 to 14 hands high. The breed consists of two subtypes, the Adaev and the Dzhab or Jabe.
The Kazakh generally stands 12.1 to 14 hands high. The breed consists of two subtypes, the Adaev and the Dzhab or Jabe.


*The Dzhabe (also known as the Jabe) was formed in the southern districts of the Aktubinsk regions, and spread from there to the rest of Kazakhstan. They are the larger type, with a heavy head, thick, short neck, and deep chest. The body is wide, the back straight, and the croup well-muscled. Dzhabes are usually [[Bay (horse)|bay]] or liver [[Chestnut (coat)|chestnut]], but sometimes may also be brown or [[grullo|grulla]].
*The Dzhabe (also known as the Jabe) was formed in the southern districts of the Aktubinsk regions, and spread from there to the rest of Kazakhstan. They are the larger type, with a heavy head, thick, short neck, and deep chest. The body is wide, the back straight, and the croup well-muscled. Dzhabes are usually [[Bay (horse)|bay]] or liver [[Chestnut (coat)|chestnut]], but sometimes may also be brown or [[grullo|grulla]].


*The Adaevs are smaller, more energetic, and are of a more pronounced saddle type. They have lighter heads, long necks and compact bodies with pronounced withers and straight backs. Common coat colors for Adaevs are bay, [[Gray (horse)|gray]], [[palomino]] or chestnut. Adaevs have been infused with more light horse blood than the Dzhabe, and this, combined with primitive management conditions, has made them less hardy, and more susceptible to narrow chests and light bone structures not amenable to their rough habitats.<ref name="Bongianni"> ''Simon & Schuster's Guide to Horses and Ponies''. Bongianni, Maurizio. Simon & Schuster, Inc., 1988, pg. 164. ISBN 0-671-66068-3</ref><ref name="OSU">[http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/kazakh/ "Kazakh"]. ''Oklahoma State University''. Referenced January 16, 2008.</ref>
*The Adaevs are smaller, more energetic, and are of a more pronounced saddle type. They have lighter heads, long necks and compact bodies with pronounced withers and straight backs. Common coat colors for Adaevs are bay, [[Gray (horse)|gray]], [[palomino]] or chestnut. Adaevs have been infused with more light horse blood than the Dzhabe, and this, combined with primitive management conditions, has made them less hardy, and more susceptible to narrow chests and light bone structures not amenable to their rough habitats.<ref name="Bongianni">''Simon & Schuster's Guide to Horses and Ponies''. Bongianni, Maurizio. Simon & Schuster, Inc., 1988, pg. 164. ISBN 0-671-66068-3</ref><ref name="OSU">[http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/kazakh/ "Kazakh"]. ''Oklahoma State University''. Referenced January 16, 2008.</ref>


The breed is said to have a short stride and a jolting, weak trot. However, this has not prevented them from being used for centuries by native tribesmen, and they are a hardy, enduring breed.<ref name="OSU"/>
The breed is said to have a short stride and a jolting, weak trot. However, this has not prevented them from being used for centuries by native tribesmen, and they are a hardy, enduring breed.<ref name="OSU"/>
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The Kazakh is believed to descend from the [[Asiatic Wild Horse]],<ref name="Bongianni"/> and the original steppe version of the breed has existed since at least the 5th century BCE. Since then, the breed has been influenced by [[Arabian horse|Arabian]], [[Karabair]], [[Akhal-Teke]] and [[Mongolian horse]] blood. During the later part of the 20th century, [[Thoroughbred]], [[Orlov trotter|Orlov Trotter]] and [[Russian Don]] blood has also been added.<ref name="OSU"/> The Kazakh today resembles a more elegant version of the [[Mongolian horse]]. The breed is still bred today by formerly nomadic Kazakh tribesmen, although cross-breeding has somewhat diluted the traditional bloodlines of the breed.<ref>[http://www.hri.org/news/balkans/rferl/1999/99-04-01.rferl.html "The Sports of Presidents and the 'Sport of Kings']. ''Hellenic Resources Network''. Referenced January 16, 2008.</ref>
The Kazakh is believed to descend from the [[Asiatic Wild Horse]],<ref name="Bongianni"/> and the original steppe version of the breed has existed since at least the 5th century BCE. Since then, the breed has been influenced by [[Arabian horse|Arabian]], [[Karabair]], [[Akhal-Teke]] and [[Mongolian horse]] blood. During the later part of the 20th century, [[Thoroughbred]], [[Orlov trotter|Orlov Trotter]] and [[Russian Don]] blood has also been added.<ref name="OSU"/> The Kazakh today resembles a more elegant version of the [[Mongolian horse]]. The breed is still bred today by formerly nomadic Kazakh tribesmen, although cross-breeding has somewhat diluted the traditional bloodlines of the breed.<ref>[http://www.hri.org/news/balkans/rferl/1999/99-04-01.rferl.html "The Sports of Presidents and the 'Sport of Kings']. ''Hellenic Resources Network''. Referenced January 16, 2008.</ref>


{{Commons|Category:Kazakh_horse}}
{{Commons category|Kazakh_horse}}


==Modern Usage==
==Modern Usage==


The main use of the Kazakh is in riding,<ref name="Bongianni"/> although they are also bred for meat and milk.<ref name="OSU"/>
The main use of the Kazakh is in riding,<ref name="Bongianni"/> although they are also bred for meat and milk.<ref name="OSU"/>

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==References==
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==See also==
==See also==
*[[Kustanair]]
*[[Kustanair]]

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==External links==
==External links==
*[http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/kazakh/ Kazakh breed, Oklahoma State University, Department of Animal Science]
*[http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/kazakh/ Kazakh breed, Oklahoma State University, Department of Animal Science]
*[http://www.theequinest.com/breeds/kazakh/ Kazakh horse, The The Equinest]
*[http://www.theequinest.com/breeds/kazakh/ Kazakh horse, The Equinest]

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[[Category:Horse breeds originating in Kazakhstan]]
[[Category:Horse breeds originating in Kazakhstan]]
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Kazakh Horse
Other namesKazakh
Country of originKazakhstan
Traits
Distinguishing featuresEasy keeper, great endurance and stamina

The Kazakh is an ancient breed of horse believed to be a descendant of the Asiatic Wild Horse and originating in Kazakhstan of the former USSR. They are used mainly as a riding horse, and are known for their hardiness and stamina.[1]

Physical Appearance

Kazakhstan postage stamp featuring traditional horse breed

The Kazakh generally stands 12.1 to 14 hands high. The breed consists of two subtypes, the Adaev and the Dzhab or Jabe.

  • The Dzhabe (also known as the Jabe) was formed in the southern districts of the Aktubinsk regions, and spread from there to the rest of Kazakhstan. They are the larger type, with a heavy head, thick, short neck, and deep chest. The body is wide, the back straight, and the croup well-muscled. Dzhabes are usually bay or liver chestnut, but sometimes may also be brown or grulla.
  • The Adaevs are smaller, more energetic, and are of a more pronounced saddle type. They have lighter heads, long necks and compact bodies with pronounced withers and straight backs. Common coat colors for Adaevs are bay, gray, palomino or chestnut. Adaevs have been infused with more light horse blood than the Dzhabe, and this, combined with primitive management conditions, has made them less hardy, and more susceptible to narrow chests and light bone structures not amenable to their rough habitats.[2][3]

The breed is said to have a short stride and a jolting, weak trot. However, this has not prevented them from being used for centuries by native tribesmen, and they are a hardy, enduring breed.[3]

History

The Kazakh is believed to descend from the Asiatic Wild Horse,[2] and the original steppe version of the breed has existed since at least the 5th century BCE. Since then, the breed has been influenced by Arabian, Karabair, Akhal-Teke and Mongolian horse blood. During the later part of the 20th century, Thoroughbred, Orlov Trotter and Russian Don blood has also been added.[3] The Kazakh today resembles a more elegant version of the Mongolian horse. The breed is still bred today by formerly nomadic Kazakh tribesmen, although cross-breeding has somewhat diluted the traditional bloodlines of the breed.[4]

Wikimedia Commons has media related to Kazakh_horse.

Modern Usage

The main use of the Kazakh is in riding,[2] although they are also bred for meat and milk.[3]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Kazakh". Referenced October 13, 2011.
  2. ^ a b c Simon & Schuster's Guide to Horses and Ponies. Bongianni, Maurizio. Simon & Schuster, Inc., 1988, pg. 164. ISBN 0-671-66068-3
  3. ^ a b c d "Kazakh". Oklahoma State University. Referenced January 16, 2008.
  4. ^ "The Sports of Presidents and the 'Sport of Kings'. Hellenic Resources Network. Referenced January 16, 2008.
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