HEAVY HARNESS GROUP OR TYPE 



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The breed as a whole is smaller but closer knit than either 

 the French or German Coach. The contour and lines of 

 the Hackney are well proportioned. The face is straight, 

 the neck of medium length, well crested and the body and 

 hindquarters deeply and smoothly muscled throughout, 

 giving the smooth finish desired. The temperament is good, 

 specimens of the breed being bold, active, and stylish in 

 appearance. The disposition is docile, and the breed 

 otherwise well mannered. The action of the Hackney is 



Fig. 49. — Red Cloud — heavy harness, trotting bred. 



characterized by extreme height and retarded speed because 

 of the high action exhibited. The Hackney is regarded as 

 having more of the true coach characteristics than other 

 coach breed. The Hackney Stud Book does not discriminate 

 between full-sized Hackneys and Ponies which are 14-2 hands 

 or under in height. Many specimens of the breed are pro- 

 duced by mating mares with pony stallions or vice versa, 

 resulting in undersized individuals which possess extreme 

 cobby characteristics. 



Cleveland Bay. — The Cleveland Bay is not a widely 

 distributed breed, although deserving of consideration. 



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