Campolina is a Brazilian horse breed named for Cassiano Campolina, the farmer who developed it. Its development began in 1870 and drew on several horse breeds. It is among Brazil’s larger horse breeds and can appear in most colors. Campolinas have an ambling gait, a form of gaited movement. Their main uses are leisure riding and driving, and they are also increasingly used for dressage in Brazil. These details make the breed relevant to readers interested in horses for riding, driving, or dressage, while its Brazilian origins and varied development provide context for breed identification. The Campolina is listed among gaited horse breeds.
Who it is for
It may interest riders and drivers looking for a Brazilian horse breed with an ambling gait, or readers interested in dressage in Brazil.
What is good
- Used for leisure riding and driving
- Has an ambling gait
- Found in most colors
- Used increasingly for dressage in Brazil
What to know first
- Developed using several different horse breeds
Verdict
Campolina is a Brazilian gaited horse breed mainly used for leisure riding and driving. Its ambling gait and increasing use in dressage in Brazil are useful identifying details.
