Welcome to the web site of the Australian Friesian Warmblood Horse Society (AFWHS)
A Friesian Warmblood is a horse that is at least 25% Friesian. The Friesian Warmblood is bred as a warmblood sport horse. They are bred for their even temperament, strength, stamina, and versatility. The Friesian gives great beauty, lovely movement, fantastic conformation, a friendly, quiet temperament and a "look at me" quality when crossed with other breeds. What more could you want?
The versatile Friesian Warmblood comes in a variety of types so there is a horse to suit everyone. Have a look through our photos page to see our beautiful horses. For a more detailed description of the Friesian Warmblood, look at our judging criteria;
The Friesian Warmblood is bred as a warmblood sport horse. They are bred for their even temperament, strength, stamina, and versatility.
They are at least 25% Friesian and any other breed, but predominantly thoroughbred.
Because of the different breeding combinations their exterior appearance can vary from a finer type to a more solid type.
They can vary in height.
The preferred characteristics are as follows:
- Must have an athletic and agile appearance.
- Must have correct balanced conformation.
- Body must be in proportion.
- Must be well covered.
- Must have good length of rein.
- They do not have any specific colour however tend to be predominantly black or black/brown.
- The utmost priority is temperament. They must have a kind eye and be pleasant to handle.
- They will have a naturally full flowing tail.
- Their movement is not elaborate but they must travel straight.
- It is important to note that they are very late maturing horses both physically and mentally.
The Society was formed in 1995 and keeps a register of horses, promotes and sponsors classes at shows and holds annual Hi-point awards. Members are sent a newsletter several times a year.
