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Suffolk Punch Information
Suffolk Punch
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Riding Breed
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| Working Breed |
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| Sport Breed |
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| Show Breed |
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| Pony Breed |
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| Easily Trained |
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| Independant |
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| All Climates |
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| All Terrain |
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Suffolk Punch Qualities
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The Suffolk Punch horses were very popular in
England centuries ago. They were primarily used for harness work and show horses as they did
very well in competitions. They can be found in Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales, and France.
Not very popular or commonly seen in those aforementioned areas, but still a great part in
English history. Experts have stated that this breed is very good at becoming an adult early on
in life as they mature quickly. They live a very long life span and are considered tough and
rugged.
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Suffolk Punch Temperament
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The Suffolk Punch horses are considered very sweet, tender, and gentle.
They are also as equally active, so if you are looking for a horse that does not require
much attention, then this is not the breed for you. They need to roam and also be
maintained a little closer than some other breeds.
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Suffolk Punch Appearance
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The Suffolk Punch horses stand at around sixteen hands when full grown.
They bode a smaller head for a taller horse, and also surprisingly short legs. A thick
neck, deep girth, shorter back, and good feet are what makes them so unique. They have
rounded and large quarters, a deep red or chestnut colored coating, and they also bode
a very impressive trot.
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Suffolk Punch Upkeep
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The upkeep required for a Suffolk Punch horse is a medium level
care. Their only issue it that they need time each day to expand their bodies and
roam and run freely without restrictions. This breed adores being playful and
having fun. They can live in cold and warm climates alike.
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Suffolk Punch History
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The Suffolk Punch horses originate from England. They were
described as “a leg at each corner” by the people of England. They were
considered very stout horses. As far as heavy breeds are concerned, the Suffolk
variations were noted as the oldest breed in English history. They date back to
the 16th century and can be traced to one stallion in particular: the Thomas
Crisp horse of Ufford. This occurred in 1768 from a unique chestnut style
horse. They worked inside the East Anglia areas where their jobs involved
carrying heavy clay. Once the tractor was developed, the horse breed did die
down a slight bit. In fact, in the year 1966, the Suffolk Punch breed only had
a mere nine horses born. The locals have attempted to revive the breed since
then but have not been totally successful.
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