Waler
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Names: Waler. Since making this page I have discovered that the Waler was the ancestor of the Australian Stock Horse (do see the latter's page for its history and the connection); however, I will leave the above pictures which appear to be a Waler, as a pioneer cavalry horse, and an Australian Stock Horse, working cattle at the present day.
Origin: Walers were being bred in New South Wales, Australia, soon after the first settlement. The foundation stock came mostly from South Africa--Cape horses with origins steeped in Dutch and Spanish (probably Andalusian), Arab and Barb blood, with a later addition of Thoroughbred.
Breeding:
Description: They come in many types, and are tough, fine horses.
Color: Any solid color.
Hindquarters: Narrow.
Size: 15-16 hands.
Withers: High.
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Uses: Former cavalry horse, now herds cattle on ranches. Also used at rodeos, for show jumping and general riding. They became famous as remounts for the Indian Army and during World War I. Well known for riding and jumping, and their ability to buck.
Accomplishments: In 1968, Walers came first and second in the 100 mile endurance ride through the Blue Mountains. The first, claiming the Tom Quilty Gold Cup, was a stock horse.
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