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North Swedish draught horse
The North Swedish draught horse is a medium-large coldblooded horse.
Its color and size may vary.
They were originally used in forestry, agriculture, and the military. Mechanization of these industries led to drastically reduced demand for North Swedish draught horses.
The breed today is not critically endangered, but there is a shortage of specimens.
At the museum, the horses assist the museum’s farmers on the museum farmstead.
Ardenner horse
The Ardenner horse is a workhorse that originated in the Ardennes highlands of Belgium.
The first horses of this breed were imported to Sweden as early as 1873.
The breed quickly gained popularity with its good temperament and tough spirit.
The Swedish Ardenner horse today is regarded as endangered and its numbers are declining.
At the museum, the horses assist the museum’s farmers on the museum farmstead.
Gotland pony
Gotland ponies are Sweden’s only indigenous breed of pony.
Since the Stone Age, wild ponies have lived on the Swedish island of Gotland. They used to freely roam the forests.
Animals that were needed for farming or as a means of
transportation were captured and tamed.
Although today they are numerous, they are well-worth
preserving for the future.
At the museum, Gotland ponies are used for light field work and for transportation within the area.
The breed today is endangered.
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