Horse - Ardennes
The Ardennes or Ardennais is one of the oldest breeds of draft horse and originates from the Ardennes area in Belgium, Luxembourg, and France. They are heavy-boned with thick legs and are used for draft work. The horses have been used throughout history as war horses, both as cavalry mounts and to draw artillery, and are used today mainly for heavy draft and farm work, meat production and competitive driving events.
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Uses, Products & Exploitation
Sport
- Compettive driving
Warfare
- Calvary
- Artillery
Work
- Draft
- Heavy hauling
- Driving
- Farming
- Horse meat
Genetic Ancestor(s)
Genetic Descendants
Lifespan
25 to 33 years
Conservation Status
Ardennes are reliable and cheap draft horses. Their diverse reliability has made them popular as a workhorse and the following result has been overbreeding and driving the price down. The best Ardennes' are available in Dovahnor.
Average Height
5.3 to 5.7 ft
Average Weight
1,500 to 2,200 lbs
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