Breeds

In 2015, Stal Zegwaard was one of the largest breeding farms for miniature horses in Europe. There were more than 300 miniature horses in Rijswijk. At the moment there are about 50 miniature horses in the stable, including the Falabella, AMHA (American Miniature Horse) and NMPRS (Dutch Mini Horse Registration Studbook) breeds.

Stal Zegwaard has a number of approved stallions. It is possible to bring your mare(s) so that they can be covered by a stallion of your choice. Several foals are born every year, all of which meet the strictest requirements. As a result, the foals are loved worldwide and are sold all over the world. The foals come from mares and stallions that have been approved by the associated studbook.

Breeds

In 2015, Stal Zegwaard was one of the largest breeding farms for miniature horses in Europe. There were more than 300 miniature horses in Rijswijk. At the moment there are about 50 miniature horses in the stable, including the Falabella, AMHA (American Miniature Horse) and NMPRS (Dutch Mini Horse Registration Studbook) breeds.

Stal Zegwaard has a number of approved stallions. It is possible to bring your mare(s) so that they can be covered by a stallion of your choice. Several foals are born every year, all of which meet the strictest requirements. As a result, the foals are loved worldwide and are sold all over the world. The foals come from mares and stallions that have been approved by the associated studbook.

Falabella

The Falabella is a miniature horse that originated in Argentina. It is a unique and rare horse breed. In Europe, only 400 Falabellas are registered as purebreds in the studbook! It is the only pure miniature breed in the world. The appearance and characteristics of a Falabella are more like a horse than a pony. They have a noble, harmonious build, a pleasant character and a good temperament.

Appearance
The height at the withers of our horses varies between 76 and 86 centimetres. All colors are allowed in this breed, especially black, brown and chestnut are common.

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AMHA

AMHA (American Miniature Horse) is a miniature horse that originated in the United States. They wanted a small horse with the appearance of a thoroughbred, so it was decided to cross thoroughbreds with Shetlanders. The AMHA (American Miniature Horse Association) was founded in 1978 and now has more than 200,000 miniature horses. More information about this variety can be found at this website.

Appearance
In terms of appearance, three main types can be distinguished; the Arabian, the Quarter and the Warmblood. These mini horses can be up to 34 inches high and all colors are allowed.

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NMPRS

The NMPRS (Dutch Mini Horse Registration Studbook) is a mini horse from our own soil. The aim of breeding with the NMPRS is to arrive at a miniature horse breed in a European context by means of crossings. The horses must have the appearance of a riding horse with a fine build. The heads must be fine and noble and everything, of course, in good proportion.

Appearance
Any color is allowed and there are different sizes. The mini size is 0 to 86 centimeters, the small size is 87 to 95 centimeters and the large size is 96 to 106 centimeters.

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