Buyer question
How long does an American Cream Draft horse live?
Our Animal Library gives the American Cream Draft horse a lifespan of 20–25 years.
Source: the American Cream Draft horse page in the Everybarn Animal Library. American Cream Draft horse in the Animal Library
The detail
The only draft horse breed developed in the United States, from a cream mare in Iowa in the early 1900s. American Creams are gentle, willing and rare, listed as critically endangered by conservation groups.
- Origin
- Iowa, United States
- Best fit
- Driving, farm, conservation
- Upkeep
- 5 out of 5 (Big feed, big feet)
- Temperament
- Gentle, calm, willing
What to weigh
A rare breed means few breeders, limited choice and careful attention to inbreeding. Draft size brings large feed, farrier and equipment needs, and pink skin sunburns.