BY SAMANTHA JOHNSON
There’s just something extraordinary about the Friesian horse. Big, bold and brilliant, with stunning good looks and plenty of talent and power, the Friesian is easily recognizable thanks to its striking black coloring and abundant leg feathering. Here are 14 things you might not know about this majestic and noble breed.
1. FRIESIANS ARE ALWAYS BLACK, although the exact shade can vary. Friesians in history appeared in many colors, and chestnut Friesians still occur occasionally, although they’re becoming increasingly rare.