Holsteiner
willing to perform, brave, level-headed
Origin
Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
Withers height
165-175 cm
Show jumpingDressageEventing
Traits & strengths
- ✦world-leading show jumping breeding (WBFSH jumping ranking)
- ✦proven mare lines and consistent stallion selection
- ✦powerful, scopey jumping style
- ✦rideability and willingness to perform
Breed-typical predispositions
OCD (osteochondrosis)
Disease →hereditary component in large-framed warmbloods; X-ray screening established in licensing
WFFS (Warmblood Fragile Foal Syndrome)
Disease →recessive (PLOD1) — only homozygous foals are affected; carrier test before mating
Kissing Spines
Disease →described in sport horses; back management and veterinary work-up if symptomatic
Latest findings
WFFS gene test (PLOD1)
2011/2019The causal recessive PLOD1 variant is identified; carrier testing makes it possible to specifically avoid carrier-to-carrier matings.
Source · Winand — WFFS variant; PMC9333276
OCD screening in selection
ongoingRadiographic assessment of the hock and stifle is part of the licensing decision; affected joints are factored into breeding value estimation.
Source · FN / Holsteiner Verband