Breed guide
Clydesdale Horses
A Clydesdale is a Scottish draft horse with a laid-back, happy disposition, known for being intelligent and easy to train. Today's Clydesdales stand 16.2 to 18 hands and usually weigh 1,600 to 1,800 pounds. Bred for farm work and heavy hauling, they bring big presence and a friendly attitude wherever they go.
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Clydesdale Horses: questions
Where do Clydesdale horses come from?
The Clydesdale is a draft breed from Lanarkshire, Scotland, and takes its name from the River Clyde. It was selected for agriculture and all types of heavy hauling, and has a long history in the United States, where its breed association dates to 1879.
How tall is a Clydesdale?
According to The Livestock Conservancy, today's Clydesdales stand 16.2 to 18 hands (66 to 72 inches) at the withers and typically weigh 1,600 to 1,800 pounds. The largest individuals can weigh as much as 2,200 pounds.
Are Clydesdales gentle?
The Livestock Conservancy says that despite their giant size, Clydesdales have a laid-back, happy disposition, and describes them as intelligent and easy to train. That friendly nature is a big part of their appeal.
Has C&K Stables sold Clydesdales and Clydesdale crosses before?
Yes. C&K Stables has placed 3 Clydesdales and Clydesdale crosses with new owners, including Ruby, Dixie, and Banner. Destinations we have on record include Nebraska.
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