Finnhorse

Sometimes referred to as the Finnish Universal horse because it offers Finland horse owners all qualities needed in a good horse, the Finnhorse is adescendant of the European domestic horse.  Finnhorses are easy to handle, quick, live long and have good endurance.  Most are chestnut in color, and have white markings on the legs and face.  Some Finnhorses are bay or greyish colored, with only a few brown or black.

In Finland, trotting is a popular sport, and about 40 percent of starts for races are Finnhorses.  This breed is also used often for riding schools to teach both children and adult riders, thanks to their patience and calmness.