Buyer question
How long does a Norwegian Fjord horse live?
Our Animal Library gives the Norwegian Fjord horse a lifespan of 25–30+ years.
Source: the Norwegian Fjord horse page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Norwegian Fjord horse in the Animal Library
The detail
An ancient dun horse from western Norway, bred for farm work in steep country and recognizable by its upright, two-toned mane. Fjords are calm, strong and people-friendly, and very easy to keep, sometimes too easy.
- Origin
- Western Norway
- Best fit
- Families, driving, trail
- Upkeep
- 2 out of 5 (Easy keeper, diet control)
- Temperament
- Calm, willing, steady
What to weigh
Fjords gain weight easily and are prone to insulin resistance and laminitis on good pasture. Their mane is traditionally kept trimmed upright, which takes regular work.