Carthusian

The Carthusian, also referred to as Carthujano or Carthusian-Andalusian, originates from Spain. As one of the oldest and most prestigious breeds of Spanish Horses, it is thought to be the purest branch of Andalusian existing today. There are many different distinct characteristics of the Carthusian that people often look for when considering this breed of horse. For example, in some cases, the Carthusian will have horn like features or tail warts.

Both of these characteristics are thought to display their direct line of heritage. The Carthusian is typically of a grey color, though black or chestnut coloring is not out of the question. They carry convex profiles on their lighter heads, with very lively, large eyes, smaller ears, and a broad forehead. They have a deep, broad checks, sloped shoulders, a broad and short back, arched and appropriately proportioned neck, and a sloped croup.