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PercheronHeavy breed of draft horse that originated in France's Perche region. The breed probably stems from the medieval Flemish “great horse,” which was modified by Oriental and draft-type blood to produce animals for heavy farm work. Percherons became popular in the U.S. in the 1850s and influenced U.S. agriculture more than any other draft breed. They average 16–17 hands (64–68 in. [163–173 cm]) high and weigh 1,900–2,100 lb (860–950 kg). Common colours are black and gray. Agile and energetic for their size, they have a mild disposition. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The horses - all stallions and geldings - are Arabians, Belgians, Lusitanians, Percherons and American Quarter horses. Its productions were slower and weightier than those of the other studios--they moved like great, majestic Percherons, fit for drawing the heavy cargo of Victorian plots. The teamster may corral Dick and Dan, the muscular Percherons (draft horses), and fit them out to pull a recently restored cherry red Concord coach or a farm wagon loaded with children or maybe a plow or a disc. |
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