Masuren
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Names: Masure, Masuren. Until I find out why one has an extra letter (possibly indicating the plural, but not sure), I will call it by whatever the source I'm using does.
Origin: Poland. South-east Prussia; Stud: Cadinen.
Breeding: After
1945 breeding was carried on with the remains of the former central stud at
Trakehnen and the East Prussian breeding establishments which fell into the
hands of the Poles. The Masure is bred along very similar lines to the Trakehner
but, through deliberate selection, it is
now somewhat heavier.
When East Germany was evacuated during World War II, the
Poles took over many of the studs and horses that had been left behind.
The well-proportioned, riding-cum-draft breed called Masuren are of East
Prussian stock. Even today (1970) the German
"double elk antler" brand can
still be seen on the flanks of a few elderly animals.
Description: Noble blood and beauty not so important; firm frame desirable.
Action: Long, striding walk; long, flat trot; good gallop.
Body: Amply-developed withers. Long, sloping shoulders. Powerful hindquarters, good muscle formation. Adequate breadth and depth.
Color: May be any colour; originally brown.
Hooves: Strong, not too small.
Legs: Bony and regular.
Size: 15.2 to 16.2 hands. 63-66 inches.
Temperament:
Features: Should preferably possess the characteristics of a good, fast, warm-blood horse.
Uses: Suitable for riding, but also shows the qualities of a harness horse. Masuren stallions are used with Konik or local mares to produce the compact, strong Poznan horses.
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