The Ardennes or Ardennais is one of the oldest breeds of draft horse, and originates from the Ardennes area in Belgium, Luxembourg and France, and could be a direct descendent of the prehistoric Solutre horse. Ardennes Horse Breed »»

The Abtenauer breed of horse is small and stocky, with very powerful legs. It excels as a draft horse – as it’s small and muscular legs help the horse keep a good center of gravity, which leads to excellent balance. Abtenauer horse breed »»