Australian Stock Horse Breeds Equestrian

In 1971 when setting up the ASHS, the Waler became the foundation stock of the Australian Stock Horse. A Waler is not actually a breed, but a name coined by the British, and actually meant any stock bred in Australia before the end of the Second World War. Walers were a popular, and very successful cavalry mount, due to their hardiness, and resistance to disease. The Australian Stock Horse is made up of many bloodlines, including German Warmbloods, Quarter hoses, and the modern Thoroughbreds. Many Australian Stock Horses still retain the qualities of the true Waler horse.

• Australian Waler Horse, The - History and information about Australian horse, also links equestrian and famous quotes from historians.
• Waler Horse Society of Australia - The WHSA aims to preserve the heritage and breed lines of the original Waler Horse, a Warmblood breed originally used on the huge stations in Australia.
• The Australian Stock Horse Society Ltd. - About the society, news and upcoming events.
• Breeds of Livestock: Australian Stock Horse - Breed history and characteristics information, from the Oklahoma State University.

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