The Peruvian is the National Horse Breed of Peru. They are a gaited horse breed and very popular as trail horses!

See below for Photos, Breed Videos, Facts about the Peruvian Paso Horse.

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About The Breed:

This smooth horse from Peru is naturally gaited. Many say they are the smoothest riding horse in the World! They are bred for termino, an outward swinging motion of the front legs. Similar to the outward rolling of a swimmer's arm. It originates at the horses shoulder. They are often ridden in traditional tack.

When a foal is born, they are born with the ability to paso llano. It is totally natural. ~Luis Pablo Vasquez Diaz (Peruvian Horse Judge)

No shoes of any kind are allowed during competitions. Sometimes confused with the Paso Fino, they are, in fact, a completely different breed. They have wonderful temperament, or “brio” which is best described as a willingness to please and great energy.

Official Breed Representative:

Breed Origin: Peru
Gender: Stallion
Color: Sorrel
Registry: North American Peruvian Horse Association
Owned By: MeadowBrook Farm

Breed Registries

Below are the breed registries, clubs, organizations and associations where you can find more information on Peruvian Horses. (To add a club to this list, send me an email here.)