Berrichon horse

The Berrichon was an extinct breed of ponies and later draft horses, originally bred in the Berry region of France. References to the breed date back to the Middle Ages, though it likely did not constitute a distinct breed at that time. By the 18th century, the horse fair at Sancerre gained significant renown, attracting buyers from as far as Normandy. George Sand noted the existence of a Brennou horse in the ponds of the Brenne area during the mid-19th century. These small, hardy horses were raised outdoors year-round and were ridden by children in local races.

It originates in France and is recognised for animal-powered transport. These facts are recorded in Wikidata, which catalogues the breed under item Q2899121.