The predominant colors in the Lusitano breed are gray, bay and chestnut. The head is well proportioned, of medium length, narrow and dry with a pronounced jaw and slightly convex profile; the eyes are large and lively, almond-shaped or Oriental in appearance, and the ears are small and curved inward at the tip. The neck is quite thick, of medium length and arched, and the junction of head and neck is narrow and clean. The withers are well defined and long with a smooth transition from the back to the neck; the back is short and strong; the croup rounded and sloped; the tail set low; the chest broad and deep; the shoulder sloped and muscular. The forearm and thigh are long and muscled; the legs are sturdy but fine with broad, dry joints and solid, tough hooves. This is an extremely powerful horse.
The temperament of the Lusitano horse is universally kind and willing, noble and generous. This breed remains calm and does not panic easily and is noted for its intelligence.
Registered Lustino Horses
There are no Lusitano horses registered at this time.
