Tennessee Walking Horse

Tennessee Walking Horse, Tennessee Walker

The Tennessee Walking Horse is an American gaited breed known for the smooth running walk, a calm nature, endurance and high trainability.

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Breed information

Country: United States
Height: 145–170 cm
Weight: 400–550 kg
Coat: smooth coat in black, bay, buckskin, dark brown, grey and many other colours
Suitable for: leisure riding, long trails, gait shows, farm work, parades and therapy

Tags

horse riding & driving riding gaited USA

Rating

Breed characteristics

Activity 8/10

Trainability 9/10

Good with children 9/10

Shedding 4/10

Guarding 3/10

Care 5/10

Description

About the breed

Overview

The Tennessee Walking Horse is famous for the naturally smooth running walk. Petsi lists a height of 145–170 cm and a weight of 400–550 kg. Strong conformation and comfortable movement suit long-distance riding.

History

The breed developed in Tennessee during the nineteenth century as a versatile horse for rough ground, farm work and long travel.

Temperament

Temperament and behavior

Temperament

These horses are generally calm, friendly and trainable, making them useful for varied riding roles.

Care

Care and keeping

Care

Feed and conditioning should match activity, with good hay, water and routine hoof, dental and joint care.