Buyer question
How long does a Selle Français horse live?
Our Animal Library gives the Selle Français horse a lifespan of 25–30 years.
Source: the Selle Français horse page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Selle Français horse in the Animal Library
The detail
France’s sport horse, bred from Norman mares and Thoroughbred stallions, and one of the leading show-jumping breeds in the world. Selle Français horses are athletic, brave and forward, with real scope over fences.
- Origin
- Normandy, France
- Best fit
- Show jumping, eventing
- Upkeep
- 3 out of 5 (Sport-horse care)
- Temperament
- Brave, forward, willing
What to weigh
Bred for performance, many Selle Français are forward and powerful and suit skilled riders. Sport horses need close joint and soundness checks.