Holsteiner

Horse · Sport · 0 live listings

One of the oldest warmblood breeds, from Schleswig-Holstein in northern Germany, with a small, carefully selected studbook. Holsteiners are powerful, scopey jumpers with a strong, willing temperament.

At a glance

Origin
Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Size
16–17 hands · 1,200–1,500 lb
Lifespan
20–25 years
Build
Powerful, strong hindquarter
Temperament
Willing, bold, honest
Best fit
Show jumping, eventing
Species
Horse
Category
Horses
Group
Sport
Registries
AQHA, APHA, The Jockey Club
Papers
5 categories
EnergyPowerful, sensible
TrainabilityHonest, willing
UpkeepLarge sport horse
Beginner fitOlder horses suit

Scales follow breed-club and veterinary consensus; individual animals vary. Listings show what each seller has on file.

The tradeoffs, honestly

Holsteiners are large, powerful jumpers with matching care and training needs. Joint soundness checks are essential for a sport horse.

Common questions

What genetic tests should a Holsteiner have?

Ask for a WFFS carrier result, especially for breeding. A pre-purchase exam with radiographs of hocks, stifles and feet checks for OCD and arthritis.

Is a Holsteiner good for dressage?

Some are, but the breed is selected mainly for jumping. For dressage, look at the horse’s own movement and training, not just the breed.

What does the brand mean?

Registered Holsteiners carry a studbook brand and a microchip. Match both to the papers to confirm identity.

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Health tests to ask for
Negative Coggins within 12 monthsVeterinary exam on fileCore vaccinations currentPre-purchase exam on fileCurrent radiographs availableDental float within 12 monthsMicrochip registeredEquine genetic health panel

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