What are Irish sport horses known for?

What is the difference between the Irish Draught and Irish sport horse?

Like its forbear the Irish Draught, the Irish Sport Horse is renowned for its capabilities in sporting and competition circuits. Lighter than the Irish Draught, the breed is held in high esteem amongst equestrians and is considered a top athlete and all-round competition horse.

What makes Irish sport horses so special?

Irish sport horses are special because they are produced by crossing two breeds: the Irish draught and the thoroughbred. Irish draughts aren’t heavy draft horses in the traditional sense; while they were bred for agricultural work, they needed to be sporty enough to chase foxes through fields and jump fences.

Why are there so few Irish sport horses?

Due to the infusion of European warmbloods into the breeding programs, the ISH breed is being diluted as more of the draught and sport horse mares are being crossed with warmbloods rather than TBs. The result is fewer and fewer of the true, traditional Irish Sport Horses are being produced.

Are there any problems with sport horses in Ireland?

This figure is a significant increase on the estimate in 2012 and represents a very serious issue for the sport horse sector in Ireland. As DNA is not a mandatory requirement for ID documents, there is a lower level of traceability with these animals. The progeny of these animals are not eligible for studbook entry, as their sires and dams are

Are there any horses for sale in Ireland?

We have a selection of Irelands top horses for sale at all times from Eventers , Showjumpers and Dressage horses to Irish Cobs , Ponyclub Ponies and Riding Club Horses. What we do for the seller? Our Website Nagero Irish Sport Horses makes shopping for your new horse easy.

Are Irish sport horses good for leisure riding?

Apart from its success at international level the Irish Sport Horse is an ideal leisure horse. Its ability to look after and help its rider in any situation makes the breed a safe and popular choice for the amateur rider.

What do we do at Irish sport equine?

We school all our horses over x-country fences, ride them in traffic, hack out in groups both in fields and on the roads, as well as riding out alone. During the hunting season our horses are hunted regularly with the Laois Hunt. Here at Irish Sport Equine, we value our reputation very highly!

Where can I buy a sport horse in Ireland?

Ardeo Sport Horses ARDEO Sport Horses sources, produces and sells Irish sport horses and ponies of all levels and ages for show jumping and eventing. Ardeo Sport Horses offers a unique and personalized service connecting customers with their ideal horse for sale in Ireland.

Can we talk about the business of horses?

We could discuss the actual business of horses, say for example buying and selling. There are structural inequalities in doing business dealings with men, who may be naturally inclined to “push” women around and take advantage during deals. Other trainers may try to intimidate women or exclude them, or even call them a “b!&$@” for being tough.

Why are there so many men in the horse racing world?

The majority of selection committees, stewards, course designers and even top federation officials are male. There could be the argument that men are favoured over women for their strength and rational thinking, or perhaps still revert to the “old boy’s club” that equestrian sport used to be. Maybe sponsors also prefer to support men.

Is equestrian a sport for women?

Equestrian sport is not a sport of sheer brawn, but one of intelligence, precision and harmony—these qualities give women a chance to succeed. That argument, however, requires equal competition.

Who are Irish Horse imports?

We specialise in three, four and five year old Irish Sport horses imported straight from Ireland with the potential to event/competition. Who are Irish Horse Imports? An introduction… A family business that has run for over 30 years, we take huge pride in being able to offer a large selection of young quality horses.

What is the Irish Horse Board?

The Irish Horse Board (IHB) is a membership organisation for breeders and primary producers of Irish horses and ponies (Irish Sport Horses, Irish Draught Horses, Irish Cobs and Irish Sport Ponies) with in excess of 8,000 currently active members/shareholders.

How many horse breeders are in Ireland?

Breeding is the largest sector in Ireland’s Sport Horse industry and there are currently over 15,000 active breeders. The current Sport Horse population in Ireland is estimated at over 135,700 animals. Ireland, “Land of the Horse,” produces some of the finest Irish horse breeds in the world.

Does hithorse Sport Ireland audit equine sales houses?

Horse Sport Ireland do not audit any equine sales houses, nor take any responsibility for transactions that occur. Information regarding Covid-19 safety guidelines for upcoming sales can be found on each sales venue’s website – take a look at the links below for important information to consider.

What is the breeders select foal sale in Ireland?

The Breeders Select Foal Sale in Ireland is a unique event, for the breeders, by the breeder. It is the only select foal sale by the number one Eventing Studbook in the world, and is the first ever sale of Traditional Irish Horse foals. The sale will take place on the 5th of October 2019, […]

Why Irish Thoroughbreds?

Irish breeders have a global reputation for producing tough and talented horses that consistently perform at the highest level. Despite Ireland’s small size and population of just over 4.9 million, it is the largest producer of thoroughbreds in Europe and the third largest in the world behind the United States and Australia.

Is Ireland the best place in the world to raise Thoroughbreds?

Beautiful on-line presentation of what horse racing fans around the planet know: Ireland is the best place in the world to raise thoroughbreds. Wow, just Wow. The most gorgeous ad I have ever seen…

What is Ireland known for in horses?

Ireland is a nation of horse breeders—from the farmer with two mares who produces a couple of horses as a hobby, to some of the most commercially successful Thoroughbred operations in the world. The Emerald Isle was also home of the Byerley Turk, one of three foundation stallions who shaped the modern Thoroughbred.

What kind of horses are used in the Royal Stables?

Most purebred Cleveland Bay horses are offering their services in the Royal Mews and British royal stables. Apart from the royal services, the Cleveland Bay breed is used farm work, driving, show-jumping, and fox hunting. 16. Rhenish Warmblood This German Warmblood breed of sport horses is also known as Rhineland Horse.

Are Connemara horses good for Sport?

Crossed with the Thoroughbred, the Connemara produces an exceptional and versatile sport horse. The Irish Cob breed was developed by the Travelling Community in Ireland. For hundreds of years these sturdy, hardworking horses pulled wagons and carts throughout Ireland, Britain and Europe.