Breed: Poitevin mulassier
Synonyms: Poitou
Poitevin
Mulassier
Species: Horse
Colour: mainly dun, also any other solid colour
Weight: 800 -900 kg
Height: 155-165 cm
Country: France
Description: Race équine Poitevin (= Race Mulassière) is a composite of Poitou and Friesian locatedin Pays de Loire and Poitou-Charentes.The Poitevin mare crossed with the Ane (Ass) du Poitou produces a hybrid animal, the Mule Poitevine. It is a large (500-700 kg), very robust and powerfull mule, used since ancient times as a pack or draught animal.
History: The centre of the birthplace of the breed is the region around Melle in the Deux-Sèvres.Herdbook established in 1884.Import : Flemish horses (Flamand) in 16th century/
Specials: The horse has a good adaptability to marshy terrain.
Uses: Meat, Work