Because of climatological circumstances and by rambling trough the continent the Criollo has a large variety of colours. At the ranch you will not find two Criollo's of the same colour.
The Criollo originally comes from Spain. The Spanish conquerors brought Andalucien horses, Berber horses, Arabian and Portuguese horses to South America. These breeds created a new breed by mixing on the Pampa's; the Criollo breed.
The Criollo horse is used to live outside and we have a lot of pasture available at the ranch. Our Criollo horses are not kept in stables as they feel uncomfortable inside. The ranch has a run-in shed and land that offers shelter and food during summer and wintertime. The shape of the horse is a strong compact body with a short wide forehead. The enormous stamina/endurance makes these horses extremely suitable for long distance riding through rough countrysides. The horses have a very good adaptability and are calm and reliable. The riding style is western on one hand only!
It very important to look ahead and not to the ground. Looking all the time to the ground will be a sign for the horse to start eating.
We do not use our legs! It is even forbidden to use them. There is no need.
47 Rue de l'oiseau
08260 Maubert-Fontaine
France