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Where is it believed that the first Norwegian Fjords were bred?

Norway. Archaeological excavations show that Norwegian Fjords were first bred in Norway over 4000 years ago.

Which of the following colors can a Norwegian Fjord NOT be?

blue dun. Fjords can also be grey or yellow duns.

Is the Fjord a gaited horse (gaits other than walk, trot, canter, and gallop)?

No. The Fjord has the four regular gaits: walk, trot, canter, and gallop.

The Fjord is considered one of the oldest and purest breeds.

t. The Norwegian Fjord breed is estimated to be over 4000 years old, they have not been bred or mixed with any other breeds.

In Norway, the Fjord breed is called:

Fjordings. In Norway, Fjord's are still used for working on farms. In America, they tend to be pleasure horses.

Which of the following disciplines can a Fjord do?

All of these (Dressage, Trail Riding, Jumping). Fjords are very versatile horses with the conformation and mind to try anything new!

Why is a Fjord's mane so distinct?

They have black hair that grows in the center and white hairs on either side. Fjords' manes are often described as "zebra manes" due to their distinct and stunning coloring.

Norwegian Fjords are generally very easy to keep weight on and to keep healthy.

True. Fjords are very easy keepers, they live out in pasture easily, and they are excellent foragers.

What does a yellow dun Fjord look like?

Yellow/white coat color, darker dorsal stripe, mane and tail may be completely white. Yellow Dun Fjords are one of the rarest colorings.

A Fjord's body type would best be described as:

Stocky. Fjords are built to be tough horses and to live out in pasture, so they have a stocky and muscular build to them.