Clydesdale Horse

Clydesdale Horse

With their distinguishing white-colored markings on their feet and down the middle of their face set against the rest of their body color, the Clydesdale is one of the most recognizable horses in the world.

Fast Facts

Originated in Scotland
Height: Exceeds 18hh
Weight: Around 2,000 pounds
Came to North America in 1840
Symbol of the Anheuser-Busch beer company

Clydesdales originated in 18th century Scotland. With their massive frame and their ability to pull huge loads, they were developed first and foremost as warhorses. Through the years their primary use has gone from being a significant aid in farming and transportation assistance to mostly being utilized for show in parades and other exhibitions. Clydedales are noted for their grace as well as their versatility, and as such are revered as one of the most dignified of horse breeds.

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Official Site: Clydesdale Breeders USA
Official Site: Clydesdale Horse Society
Wikipedia: Clydesdale Horse
Oklahoma State University: Clydesdale Horse
Equiworld.net: The Clydesdale Horse
World of Horses: The Clydesdales
Commonwealth Clydesdale Horse Society: Breed Standards

Clydesdale Horse Background and Characteristics

Clydesdale Breeders USA: History and Characteristics of the Clydesale Horse
Southern Mountain Horse Company: Characteristics and Origin of the Clydesdale Horse
Torbruad Clydesdale: Characteristics of the Clydesdale Horse
Horses and Horse Information: Clydesdale Working Horse Breed Description

Clydesdale Horse Rescue and Adoption

RSPCA Victoria: Sponsor Rusty the Clydesdale
Crosswinds Equine Rescue: Tess the Clydesdale
Clydesdale and Heavy Horse Rescue
Habitat for Horses

Clydesdale Horse Care and Special Needs

Google Books: How to Braid a Clydesdale
Acreage Equines: Is There Anything Else My Horse Needs?
The Humane Society of the United States: General Horse Care Guidelines
Pet Care Tips: All About Dental Care

Clydesdale Horse Health

Rural Heritage Vet Clinic: ESPM Muscle Disease in Draft Horses
Commonwealth Clydesdale Horse Society: Is the Clydesdale Susceptible to Any Particular Diseases or Ailments?
The Horse.com: Health Problems of Young Horses in Training

Clydesdale Horse Blogs, Forums and Articles

Horse Adoption Blog: Clydesdale and Heavy Horse Rescue
Horse101.com: Clydesdale and General Horse Forum
Horsetalk Forum: Clipping Out Before Show Season
Citizen Times: "Budweiser Clydesdale Horse Team Inspires Nostalgia"
The Galloway Gazette: "Wigtown Show Full Results"

Clydesdale Horse Photos and Videos

Google Image Search: Clydesdale Horse
Yahoo! Image Search: Clydesdale Horse
flickr: Clydesdale Horse Photos
Google & YouTube Search: Clydesdale Horse
YouTube: Clydesdale American Dream (Time: 1:00)
YouTube: Original Budweiser Clydesdale Commercial (Time: :41)

Clydesdale Horse History and Trivia

Clydesdale Horse Society: The Modern Clydesdale
Canadian Clydesdales Association: The Origin of the Clydesdale Horse
HorseQuest.com: The Clydesdale Horse

Clydesdale Horse Related Merchandise

eBay: Clydesdale Merchandise
CafePress: Clydesdale Horse Gear
PetCareTips.net: Stuffed Clydesdale Horse
Pug Cafe: Galloping Clydesdale Horse Stained Glass
Amazon.com: Clydesdale Horse Books and Merchandise

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