![]() Many people are surprised that some pony breeds (as well as some smaller horse breeds) are classed as drafts but when you take the strength and toughness of many ponies it’s a surprise that there aren’t more. In this article, we’ll cover the best draft horses which are: Small draft breeds What are the best draft horse breeds for riding? ![]() This is why I decided to separate the breeds in this list into smaller groups, small drafts, light drafts, and heavy drafts. There are a number of different horse types that fall into the ‘draft’ category and when you consider that the term draft is used to describe any horse (or breed) that has traditionally been used to pull a load, whether for agricultural purposes or for recreation, it’s easy to see why pony breeds such as the Fell and Fjord are classed as drafts. And this popularity isn’t just amongst heavier riders looking for a stronger mount, from eventing Percherons to barrel racing Clydesdales draft horses are just as versatile as any other horse and will certainly get people’s attention but which breeds are the best for riding? Whether you’re into the more traditional draft breeds, such as the Irish Draft, or heavier drafts such as the Shire Horse there’s no denying that draft horses are becoming more and more popular as riding horses these days.
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