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Kathiawari

The Kathiawari or Kathiawadi is an Indian breed of horse. It originates in the Kathiawar peninsula of Gujarat in western India, and is associated with the Kathi people of that area.

Breed facts

TypeHorse breed
OriginIndia
Recognised usetent pegging
Classificationhorse breed
Wikidata idQ1105488

The Kathiawari or Kathiawadi is an Indian breed of horse. It originates in the Kathiawar peninsula of Gujarat in western India, and is associated with the Kathi people of that area. It was originally bred as a desert war horse for use over long distances, in rough terrain, on minimal rations. It is closely related to the Marwari horses of Rajasthan; both breeds have been influenced by imported Arab horses. It is found in all colours except for black, and is most commonly chestnut. In the past it was used as a war horse and cavalry mount. Today it is used for riding, in harness and for sports; it may be used as a police horse and for the sport of tent-pegging. A stud-book is kept by the Kathiawari Horse Breeders' Association, which also organises annual shows.

It originates in India and is recognised for tent pegging. These facts are recorded in Wikidata, which catalogues the breed under item Q1105488.

Sources: Wikidata (Q1105488) · Wikipedia · Photograph (Wikimedia Commons)