{"id":244,"date":"2022-03-22T08:15:30","date_gmt":"2022-03-22T08:15:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/horsesonly.com\/?p=244"},"modified":"2024-01-15T11:55:30","modified_gmt":"2024-01-15T11:55:30","slug":"percheron-horse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/horsesonly.com\/percheron-horse\/","title":{"rendered":"Percheron Horse: Care, Cost & History (2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Percheron horse is a famous draft horse breed originating from France. They are considered one of the most elegant horse breeds. The big horses quickly rose to fame due to their unique features and great personality all around the world. In addition, these majestic French draft horses are known for their intelligence and willingness to perform. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breed: <\/strong>Percheron Horse
Adult Weight<\/strong>: 1,100 to 2,600 pounds (500 to 1,200 kg)
Adult Height<\/strong>: 15.1 – 18.1 hands (61 to 73 inches)
Origin: <\/strong>France
Use<\/strong>: Draught, Farming, Pulling, Pleasure
Colors<\/strong>: Black, grey
Features<\/strong>: Large size, Muscular body, small ears
Lifespan<\/strong>: 30 – 40 years
Character<\/strong>: Gentle, with solid nerves, willful
Gait<\/strong>: Elegant, steady
Best for: <\/strong>All levels of riders<\/p>\n\n\n\n