Horse breed guide

Andalusian (Pure Spanish Horse / PRE)

Origin: Andalusia, Spain

Quick facts

Origin
Andalusia, Spain
Height
15.0–16.2 hh
Weight
450–550 kg
Lifespan
25–30 yrs
Colors
Predominantly grey; also bay, black, chestnut
Primary uses
Classical dressage, doma vaquera, driving, bullfighting, parade

About the Andalusian (Pure Spanish Horse / PRE)

Noble, sensitive, and highly trainable. Andalusians excel at collected work and have natural cadence and presence. Affectionate and people-bonded, they thrive with consistent partnership.

Feeding & nutrition

Forage-based with limited starch. Most do well on quality hay plus a vitamin/mineral balancer.

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Health watch-outs

Generally hardy. Watch for laminitis, melanomas (in greys), and inguinal hernias in stallions.

Care tips

1

Strong, upright pasterns and good hooves — but barefoot transitions still need patience.

2

Long, thick manes and tails benefit from daily detangling and protective braiding.

3

Sensitive skin under heavy mane; check for sweat scald in summer.

4

Tend toward laminitis on rich grass — manage like an easy keeper.

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