Dolehest

Breed Information
The Dole Gudbrandsdal, Dølahest or Dole is a draft- and harness-type horse from Norway. The Dole Trotter is alternately considered a subtype of the Dølahest and a separate breed; it is also considered a part of the Coldblood trotter type. The Dølahest a small draft horse, known for its pulling power and agility, while the Dole Trotter is a smaller, faster horse used for harness racing; the two types are commonly interbred. The Dølahest is originally from the Gudbrandsdal Valley, and is probably descended in part from the Friesian horse. Over time the breed has had Thoroughbred, Arabian and other blood added in, especially during the creation of the Dole Trotter in the 19th century.

Although originally used mainly as a pack horse, today the heavier Dølahest type is used mainly for agricultural purposes. The Dølahest been crossed with other breeds to develop horses for harness racing and riding.

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 * German: Dole

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