Questioning equine list
This is my list of equine breeds I'm questioning, I may also put a "other hoofed animal" section at the end but its a lot shorter lol
Its a long post so have fun! <3
Orlov trotter
Orlov trotters are a warmblood horse originating from the Soviet Union. They usually settle around 16hh and come in various colours, but commonly have a gray gene. Typically, they are used for harness racing in Russia.
I came to question this breed because I was hosting a D&D campaign based around the time of the Soviet Union and I wanted to add some slavic horses to the campaign. I researched and came across these guys! I know I've been a dappled gray horse for a while now but I didn't know what breed. I knew I might've been some kind of warmblood and I felt that the conformation of this breed feels right, but I am definitely not a harness horse lol (which I don't have to be to be this breed! Just still thinking about it)
Wild Mustang
Wild mustangs originate from the united states, and there are several herds across various areas and states. They are actually feral horses (not wild) as they came from domesticated animals. They are also known as BLM mustangs. These horses range from 13hh to 16hh, and come in all sorts of colours. The herd specific to these four photos comes from the Steens mountain or South Steens region in Oregon.
I began questioning these horses after I had random shift about being a wild tobiano buckskin horse, which eventually made me realise my chincoteague pony type (I had been questioning them for months). But I did research mustangs for a little bit, and they still feel like me in various ways. Especially this Steens mountain area feels a lot like home to me. It could be a past life thing, who knows.
Mongolian/Kazakh Horse
(Note: Mongolian and Kazakh horses aren't exactly the same breed, but they are very similar. There is more info on Mongolian horses so I'll be referencing that breed more)
Mongolian Horse is a breed native to Mongolia, and is commonly seen in places like Russia, China, and Kazakhstan. They are around 12 to 14hh, they come in several colours including gray gene, usually with more solid coats and little markings. These horses are quite small but have a large amount of stamina, they commonly live outside all year and graze on the steppe. They are used for daily work most commonly but also race and sometimes used for milk/meat.
I began questioning these horses after starting another D&D campaign (I know its a pattern), and while creating my player I wanted to make him mongolian, so I began researching the kinds of animals, people and culture in Mongolia. I found that the landscape of Mongolia itself was something I felt very connected to, and especially several of the animals living there. I think these horses are absolutely gorgeous and I can imagine myself running along the steppe for hours, feeling the wind in my face. This area is definitely a heart home for me.
Rocky mountain horse
The Rocky Mountain Horse originated in Kentucky since the late 19th century near the Appalachian mountains, used as plowing, herding and working horses. They range between 14 and 16hh, and are known for commonly carrying the rare silver gene in their coats, although they come in various colours. They are known for their ambling gait (single-foot). They are common trail riding horses today.
I started questioning Rocky Mountain Horses after I went on a 3 day trip to Quebec with my boyfriend and my dad. I really wanted to go on a trail ride as I hadn't gone in a long time, so we went to a farm out in the eastern townships to trail ride. There, I saw many Rocky Mountain horses, including one that was tied to a fence, waiting to be tacked up as it was being used by one of our trail leads. I looked at that coat, it was a silver with possibly bay base of some kind? Almost a dusty brown, and the mane had a beautiful gradient. I felt like I was looking in a mirror almost. I only have one picture of this horse unfortunately lol
North Swedish horse
The North Swedish Horse is a heavy/coldblooded breed of horse that was traditionally used for farm work and forestry work, such as log hauling. They are a muscular breed with excellent endurance and relatively unknown origins. They are commonly 15hh and commonly come in various bays, usually seal bay, but also come in cremello variations sometimes.
I've honestly thought this horse was very gender ever since I discovered it through star stable. Especially, the cremello variations like the one in the third picture. I don't have much to say except it feels like an offshoot of my Irish cob self. Their structure feels very me when I feel strong. Especially with the forestry origins, I feel like in a past life I could've been a logging horse for sure.
Other Hooved Animals
These are some other hooved animals I've been questioning for a bit. List not as long but they feel very me.
Yak
The Yak is a type of domesticated cattle that is characterised with very long hair, bulky frames and smooth horns. They are usually darker in colour but can also come in cream or lighter variations. They originate throughout the Himalayas, in Tibet, Mongolia, Siberia and more. For human use, they have been using for racing, plowing, riding, and even skiing (look it up lol)
Again when I was looking at Mongolian animals for a D&D campaign, I found out about these guys and I really resonated with them and their strength. I love the ones with the curly forelocks and lighter patches of colour (Especially the guy on the bottom right corner omg). Again, the area they originate is definitely a heart home so I feel its possible.
Peary Caribou
The Peary Caribou is the smallest subspecies of Caribou in the world, living in the arctic islands of Canada/Northern Turtle Island. They are an endangered species of caribou due to climate change and more factors, they are losing their territory. As most caribou do, both the male and female have antlers. They can swim very well and outrun wolves. They usually have a lighter colouration, including in their antlers.
I was looking at Reindeer/Caribou for a while, and looking at the subspecies, these seemed to resonate the most with me (hmm, theres really something about large, cold plains that i like lol). I feel that their colouration is just right, and I've always felt that even as an agendered being, I'd have antlers. Caribou consistently have antlers and I think that makes sense for me. I'd like to do more research into these guys and learn about the conservation efforts!
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