Buyer question
How big does a Westphalian horse get?
Our Animal Library lists the Westphalian horse at 16–17.2 hands · 1,200–1,500 lb (size).
Source: the Westphalian horse page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Westphalian horse in the Animal Library
The detail
A German warmblood from Westphalia, with a large studbook centered on the state stud at Warendorf. Westphalians are athletic, rideable sport horses with a strong record in dressage and show jumping.
- Build
- Athletic, correct
What to weigh
Westphalians share the warmblood care load: big feed, big feet and joint checks. Temperament varies by line, so ride before you buy.