The
Horse Breed Standards
MARWARI CHARACTER STATEMENT
The exotic beauty
and vigour of the Marwari horse is their lasting heritage. Marwari
was bred to lift the heart in battle and please the eye. He is
easily recognized by his proud carriage, upright graceful neck
and distinctive aquiline head with deep expressive eyes, The crowning
glory of which are the unique lyre or scimitar shaped ears set
high on the poll and without exception unique to the noble Indian
horse.
The intelligence
and natural regal bearing of the Marwari is blended with tremendous
equipoise, graceful animated gaits and stamina. He displays an
alert stillness when in repose and incredible elan vital in action.
Hardiness and longevity have enabled the breed to survive wars,
famine and droughts. The Marwari agreeably adapts to different
life styles and environmental conditions and performs in various
sports and formal riding disciplines.
Loyal, tireless
and competitive, the Marwari has evolved from one of the world
ancient breeds to present a new archetype of beauty, brilliance
and personality.
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