The
Canadian Azteca Horse
The
Canadian Azteca Horse
is a combination of the finest Andalusian or Lusitano horses crossed with excellent Quarter Horse or Criollo blood. However, the Canadian Azteca is not merely a crossbred or grade horse. It is a distinct, separate phenotype with clearly defined characteristics of its own.
A cross between the Andalusian/Lusitano, the Quarter Horse and sometimes the Criollo, an Azteca must not have more than 5/8 of any one of these breeds. Any solid colour is acceptable and so are markings, as long as they aren’t excessive. The lean elegant head has a straight or slightly convex profile with expressive eyes and small, well-shaped ears. The neck has a slight arch and is well muscled, as is the wide chest and strong shoulders. The mane is long and thick, leading to well defined withers, and a short and sturdy back with a wide, well developed croup. The tail, like the mane, is long and thick, with a medium low tail set. The straight, sturdy legs end with hard, well-made feet. The required height for three year olds is 14.2 – 16.1hh for stallions, geldings and mares. Having a natural balance, the movement is easily collected with medium high action and excellent gaits.
Because of the agility and “cow sense” from the Quarter Horse (the old cowpony of the west), excellent movement from the Spanish blood (the classical riding horse that produced the Lippizanners) and their own inquisitive nature, the Canadian Azteca is well suited for many disciplines, including dressage, reining, jumping, cutting, polo, eventing, classical riding, bullfighting and, of course, the most relaxing of all, pleasure riding.
As the Canadian Azteca Horse becomes more widespread and better known, more interest will be given to this modern horse that had been bred to perform. The commitment of Canadian Azteca owners and breeders in the continued development of the breed phenotype will sustain the growth of the Canadian Azteca Horse.
Canadian Azteca is a very social breed, they appear to be much more interested in humans than in horses. They form a strong bond with their owners. Their mellow, loving temperament and extreme intelligence make them a pleasure to work with and to train. Canadian Azteca owners believe that their horses can do any athletic event with ease.
The Canadian Azteca has been created as a
real working and riding horse, a very intelligent and easily trained horse, a
breed of which to be proud.
Which is why we have fallen in love with this breed and we are sure you will too .....................
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