Percheron

Stocky and strong, Percherons are sturdy show horses. Throughout history, Percherons have served as battle mounts, draft horses, stagecoach horses, farm aides, logging horses, pleasure drivers, riding horses and competitors. Highly adaptable, Percherons are willing to serve in a variety of ways.

Stallion: 13623
Size:  14.5 × 5.5 × 10.5 cm (W/D/H)

This Stallion became a collectible at the end of 2011, features on the 2011 collector's poster on Schleich's website.

Mare: 13626
Size:  14 × 5 × 9.5 cm (W/D/H)

This Mare became a collectible at the end of 2011, features on the 2011 collector's poster on Schleich's website.

Foal: 13627
Size:  8 × 2.5 × 7.5 cm (W/D/H)

This Foal became a collectible at the end of 2011, features on the 2011 collector's poster on Schleich's website.

Binomial name
Equus ferus

Conservations status
Domesticated  [do]

Global Home
Worldwide

Biology
One of the tallest horses, a Percheron, was recorded as being seven feet tall at the withers (between the shoulder blades). Between fifteen and nineteen hands high, these horses can weigh over one ton and live to be almost thirty. Because of their size, Percherons can be described as rugged and strong. To its personality are attributed pride and intelligence.

Links
Stallion: http://www.schleich-s.com/en/CA/consumer-service/collectors-items/2011/farm_life/percheron_stallion/

Mare: http://www.schleich-s.com/en/CA/consumer-service/collectors-items/2011/farm_life/percheron_mare/

Foal: http://www.schleich-s.com/en/CA/consumer-service/collectors-items/2011/farm_life/percheron_foal/