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dappled gray or black horses on our farms is ample 
proof of their popularity. 
Belgians as the name suggests, came from Belgium. 
They are bays, roans, or sorrels. They are the most 
compact in body of our horses. They have short, broad, 
massive bodies on short legs. Belgians are inclined to be 
rather sluggish and stumble awkwardly when walking, 
Fig. 67.—A champion Belgian stallion, Lyndale Joe. 
but their great size makes them very desirable to cross 
with our native mares. 
Shires are the English black or brown horses. They 
are suited for slow work where weight and strength are 
needed. You may recognize them by the white fetlocks. 
They are larger than most other breeds and are usually 
more sluggish. They cross very well with our native 
horses. 
