The Don and Don's horse is a horse breed of Russian origin, which owes its name to the River Don. This breed has been part of the story to have distinct, alongside the Cossacks in 1812, in the war against Napoleon, in fact, while all the French horses perished, the Dons also being a breed of small, in the attack were still showing a unheard-of courage and an extraordinary resistance to starvation. Over time, through several crosses with other breeds, such as the Thoroughbred and 'Orlov, the Don is greatly improved in appearance, actually looks more impressive and more elegant of the original strain but remains a strong and stubborn horse from the quenching as well as good-natured calm and balanced
His appearance: medium Height: 152 - 160 cm
average weight: 480-550 kg
mantle, bay, chestnut, blackish, gray
Disciplines: Horse riding, shooting light, horse-riding.