How long do Lusitano horses live?

What kind of coat does Lusitano Horse have?

We are happy to have the opportunity from Germany to share with you this special Lusitano horse. He has a very special Smoky Grullo coat and a very…

Is there a PSL horse for dressage Piro free?

Exclusive PSL Horse for Dressage Piro Free. We are happy to have the opportunity from Germany to share with you this special Lusitano horse. He has a very special Smoky Grullo coat and a very…

What is a Cavaleiros in bullfighting?

Cavaleiros – A horseman or woman (rider), dressed in traditional 17th century costumes fights the bull from horseback. The horses are Lusitanos, specially trained for the fights. These horses are usually skilled in dressage and may exhibit their art in the arena.

What are some examples of bull fights in Portugal?

Examples of famous Portuguese matadores are Vítor Mendes and Pedrito de Portugal . The spectacle starts with the cavaleiro, a horseman on a Lusitano specially trained for the fights, fighting the bull from horseback. The purpose of this fight is to stab three or four bandeirilhas in the back of the bull.

Where to get a Piro test done?

In Portugal there are several good labs that carry out the tests. They are providing good accurate results but still the final test needs to be in Germany at Bose. The result states whether the horse is considered Piro-Positive or Piro-Negative.

What is piroplasmosis in horses?

We always have a very good list of horses tested negative for Piroplasmosis please contact us for details. We are happy to supply references. SO WHAT IS PIROPLASMOSIS? It is a blood borne parasitic disease commonly found in Spain and Portugal. The disease is also present in Africa, Asia, Middle East. Central and South America and the Caribbean.

Do you send horses to the USA for piroplasmosis?

We’ve sent many horses to the USA and other countries that have restrictions on Piroplasmosis. We understand very well the requirements and are always very careful and cautious to avoid disappointments. We always have a very good list of horses tested negative for Piroplasmosis please contact us for details. We are happy to supply references.

Why visit Portugal’s horse fairs?

Whether you are visiting a breeding farm, training stables, or one of their famous horse fairs, you see not only the admiration for their horses, but a pride in how they have shaped the Portuguese identity. It’s hard to miss the mutual respect and partnership exhibited between a Portuguese horseman or horsewomen and their horses.

Do bulls and horses die in bull fights?

This savagery involves two beautiful animals, bulls and horses. While the bulls are guaranteed to die, the future of the horses is often no brighter. Bullfights take place in three European countries, France, Portugal and Spain and in some parts of Latin America.

What is bullfighting like in the Azores?

In the Azores, bullfighting is often reminiscent of the running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain, in the respect that those most at risk are human beings, not the bulls themselves. The Azorean style involves a group of people vying in a tug-of-war with a young bull by holding fast to a long stout rope tied around the bull’s neck.

What is the difference between Cavaleiros and Forcados?

The cavaleiros and the forcados are unique to the Portuguese variety of bullfighting, as well as the participation of horsewomen ( cavaleiras) in the routines. Cavaleiros – A horseman or woman (rider), dressed in traditional 17th century costumes fights the bull from horseback. The horses are Lusitanos, specially trained for the fights.

What kind of horses are used in bull fights?

The horses are Lusitanos, specially trained for the fights. These horses are usually skilled in dressage and may exhibit their art in the arena. The purpose of this fight is to stab three or four bandarilhas (small spears) in the back of the bull.

What is equine piroplasmosis and how is it spread?

Equine Piroplasmosis (EP) is a tick-borne disease that affects horses, donkeys, mules andzebras. The disease is transmitted via ticks or through mechanical transmission by improperly sanitized surgical, dental or tattoo instruments or through the reuse of needles and syringes. 2. How is Equine Piroplasmosis spread?

Can I import a horse with piroplasmosis?

Depending on local regulations, temporary import of competition horses that have been tested positive for piroplasmosis might be permitted, if the horses are accompanied by a passport and an international veterinary certificate attesting that the animals showed no clinical sign of equine piroplasmosis on the day of shipment, were treated against…

Where does piroplasmosis come from?

Piroplasmosis is endemic in many tropical and subtropical areas including Africa, Central and South America, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and parts of Europe, such as Portugal and Spain. Therefore, many of the horse born in these areas test positive to Piroplasmosis. DID YOU KNOW?

What happens if a horse tests positive for piroplasmosis?

Horses will most probably be in contact with the agent of piro while they are still youngsters in the pastures and develop antibodies that will protect them for life. These horses, even if they test positive for piro, will not show any signs of this condition. What are the tests for Piroplasmosis?

What is equine piroplasmosis?

Equine Piroplasmosis is a blood-borne protozoal infection of horses caused by Theileria (Babesia) equi and/or Babesia caballi. Equine Piroplasmosis is present in South and Central America, the Caribbean (including Puerto Rico), Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern and Southern Europe.

Are there any tests for heritable equine conditions?

Two leading genetics researchers described current and upcoming tests for a variety of heritable equine conditions.

What happened to the horses of the Portuguese lowlands?

This remnant herd of primitive horses had continued to live a wild existence in these lowlands, which were rather inaccessible and had been used as a hunting preserve by Portuguese royalty until the early 1900s.

What is the Sorraia horse?

AL GOODMAN FAIA BRAVA NATURE PRESERVE, PORTUGAL “The Sorraia horse is the most recent project for this Rewilding site in Portugal because of their sharply reduced numbers. But for more than a decade, they’ve been working with another horse, called the Garrano, which numbers in the thousands.”

What is the history of the Portuguese stud?

The stud was founded in 1748 by the Portuguese royal family to provide horses for the national riding academy and royal use. The Portuguese School of Equestrian Art (Escola Portuguesa de Arte Equestre) uses these horses exclusively in their performances. The strain was developed from 300 Iberian mares imported from Spain in 1747.

What is the horse fair and when is it held?

The horse fair is held each year in early June, attracting roughly 10,000 Gypsies and Travellers, about 1,000 caravans, several hundred horse-drawn vehicles, and about 30,000 visitors. The Gypsy and Traveller attendees include British Romanichal, Irish Travellers, Scottish Gypsy and Traveller groups, Kale (Welsh Romanies) and more.

Where is the horse fair in Portugal?

The fair is held at Golegã in the Ribatejo region of Portugal. Golegã is 133 km north east of Lisbon on the west side of the river Tejo. Read MARTIN NORTHEY’s account of his time at the horse fair. The roots of Golegã horse fair, originally called “Feira de São Martinho”, go back to the early 18th century.

What is the Golegã horse fair?

The Golegã Horse Fair which is also known as the National Horse Fair held every year in November, is a celebration of the Lusitano breed. The fair is held at Golegã in the Ribatejo region of Portugal. Golegã is 133 km north east of Lisbon on the west side of the river Tejo.

Why visit Portugal for a medieval fair?

With such a rich history and so many castles, Portugal has just the perfect background for medieval and renaissance fairs. They all include plenty of food, drink and live music, with most also incorporating some sort of historical reenactment.

Do bulls or horses suffer in bullfighting?

In some states of North America a form of bullfight is permitted but the animal is covered with velcro and the spears used are imitation. It’s commonly believed that in Portuguese bullfights bulls or horses don’t suffer unlike the Spanish versions.