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Normand Cob
A little background...
The Norman Cob is a descendent of the XIXth century Norman Coach Horse with a high and active gait and reputed at the time to be the best driving horse in the world. The introduction of the English Pure Blood and Norfolk in the XIXth century contributed to its harmonious and well-paced conformation. The selection of a sturdier conformation lead to this light, compact and both active and energetic pulling horse.
Standard and breeding area
The Norman Cob is mainly bred in the Manche department and the neighbouring departments of Calvados and Orne. Another breeding centre has also developed in the Pays de Loire. Its medium build (it measures 1.60m - 1.65m and weighs from 550 to 800kg) makes it a long limbed, sturdy, harmonious and balanced horse. Its coat is bay or chestnut.
Today...
As effective saddled as driven, the Norman Cob is a polyvalent horse. Its robust constitution enables it to pull agricultural tools. Its smooth gait, perfect aptitude for driving and its good character have charmed amateur riders and drivers and keen competitors alike. Although still very regional, its breeding has more and more followers. 740 Normand Cob mares were covered in 2007.