These horses have very natural gaits and prefer to move along at a steady trot. The average Friesian horse size is between 15.2 and 16 hands at the withers, meaning they’re typically 63 inches ...

Yet behind the beauty lies more: a rich history, a strong character—and special requirements for care and maintenance. ...

Today, Richland fifth grader Erica Matherly is on her way to the Netherlands, where she will rehearse for three days before riding in the KFPS Royal Friesian Horse Annual Stallion Show in Leeuwarden.

The only horse breed native to the Netherlands, the Friesian’s antiquity and value as a powerful, all-around utility animal was recorded by the Roman historian Tacitus (AD 55-120).

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Friesian horses can be found on every continent, in more than 70 countries, with more than 70,000 registered. There are many rules and regulations governing registration, stallion selection and ...

This Horse's Insane Mane Made Him Insta-Famous Frederik the Great, a rare Friesian horse living in Arkansas, has more than 39,000 followers on his Facebook fan page.