Monday, December 10, 2012

Model Info #4

Petalbrook Electra ~ My Schleich Hanoverian Mare
















Breed: Hanoverian
Gender: Mare
Year: 2004
Family: Hanoverian stallion and foal
Brand: Schleich
Special Characteristics: leg wraps, braided mane, and collected trotting position
Other: retiring in 2013


Real Life Hanoverian Mare
















Specialty: show jumping, eventing, dressage
Origination: Germany
Height: 15.3-17.2
Rarity: one of the most popular horses in Europe
Description: (from the Schleich website) Since 1735 in Germany, Hanoverian horses have been successfully bred and developed to the highest standards. King George II of England started breeding horses for work in agriculture and with carriages. As Hanoverians came into their element, other traits were desired. After World War II, sport horses were in vogue. At each bend in the path, records have been kept and incentives given to continue breeding the best. Bred to be trained, this breed is a showstopper with its athleticism and strength.

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