Meet The 12 Cutest Horses In The World

Horses have been around for a very long time. The earliest fossil record showed the ancestors of horses on Earth around 55 million years ago. Horses have been helping humans for over 5,000 years, and before the steam locomotive was invented, the fastest way to travel was by horse. As traveling has been so important to the development of civilization, we couldn’t have done it without our hero, the horse. 

In addition to transporting us and helping us cultivate crops, horses helped us win battles, play sports, and offered centuries of companionship. They pulled carts and wagons, helped us hunt for food, and even provided valuable fertilizer. Although we don’t use horses as often in our modern society as we once did, they are still valuable to us in many ways. 

With so many different breeds of horses, in so many different colors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy (and fall in love with), so we’ve decided to give you a rundown of some of the cutest horses in the world. Let’s get started! 

Falabella

The Falabella has been bred in Argentina since 1868. This horse is one of the smallest, having an average height of 28 to 34 inches at the withers. They have sleek coats and narrow frames. The most common color coat for a Falabella is brown and black, but they can also be pinto, palomino, or spotted. They are often used for shows or are kept as pets. 

Bashkir Curly

Bashkir Curlies are also called American Bashkir Curlies or North American Curly Horses. While the origins of the Curly horse are not entirely clear, there is no question that they are cute. They are covered in wavy hair; even their ears, eyelashes, mane, and tail are curled. Bashkir Curlies are most commonly a chestnut color, but they can also be seen in black, grey, and several other colors. In addition to beautiful hair, they are known to be intelligent, friendly, and calm. They are easy to train and have excellent stamina.

Akhal-Teke

This cute horse has a distinctive, shiny, almost metallic coat. Akhal-Tekes are nicknamed the golden horse because of their brightly shining hair. They have an average height of 14 to 16 hands or 56 to 64 inches. They are found in many colors, including reddish-brown, black, chestnut, grey, cream, and yellow. No matter their color, these cute horses’ coats are super glossy. They also have long ears and almond-shaped eyes. They are known for being tough and able to withstand harsh conditions with good endurance. 

Haflinger

This beautiful animal certainly deserves a spot on the world’s cutest list. They are truly adorable, with a long blonde mane and tail contrasting against a red coat. They are not large horses and have an average height of 13.2 to 15 hands (54 to 60 inches). Haflingers are well-muscled, energetic, and known for having a kind nature. 

Knabstrupper

Who doesn’t love a cute polka-dot horse? The Knabstrupper is a Danish horse breed that stands between 15 and 16 hands high (60 to 64 inches). Their coat can be any color except palomino or piebald, although most are spotted. They are excellent all-rounders and are often used in jumping and riding competitions. However, there are not many Knabstruppers in the world, with an estimated population of around 2,000. 

Gypsy Vanner

This horse has many names, including Irish Cob, Gypsy Cob, and Tinker Horse. It originated from Great Britain and Ireland and was used by travelers who needed a horse to pull their caravan. They are known for their piebald or skewbald patterns that look like large splashes of paint. Many Gypsy Vanners also have long feathered hair on their legs that is super adorable. They are medium-sized horses ranging from 13.2 to 15.2 hands high (54 to 62 inches). They are kind-hearted, strong, intelligent animals who are eager to please. 

Shetland Pony

This horse originates from Scotland, on the Shetland Isles, and is known for its short legs and heavy coat. They are small, strong ponies often used as children’s riding ponies due to their kind and affectionate nature. They are known for being hardy and are able to withstand harsh weather. Shetland ponies come in any color and always have a dense coat and a long, thick mane. They have a maximum height of 42 inches.

Arab

This stunning horse originates from the Arabian Peninsula. It is an attractive horse with large eyes, a high-waving tail, and strong muscles. They are known for their endurance and stamina. They typically stand 14.1 to 15.1 hands high (57 to 61 inches). Arabians are an old horse breed and have been around for many centuries. They are known for having good endurance and for being able to travel long distances. They are also sensitive and highly intelligent. 

Percheron

This list of cute horses would not be complete without the Percheron. They are beautiful tall horses, averaging 17 to 18 hands high (68 to 72 inches). They are generally gray or black but can also be roan, bay, or chestnut. Some Percherons have white markings on their heads and legs. These horses are known for being intelligent, alert, and hard-working. They originated in France but are popular all over the world today. 

Friesian

This horse looks like it stepped out of a fairytale, with its pure black shiny coat and long wavy mane. Friesians are so beautiful that royalty used them to pull their carriages. They originated from the Netherlands and are known for being graceful and having sure feet. They are fairly tall horses, averaging 15.2 to 16 hands high (62 to 64 inches). 

Clydesdale

Clydesdales have been a very popular horse in modern culture, thanks to their many television appearances. They were first bred in the 18th century in Scotland. Clydesdales are large and powerfully built horses originally used in agriculture and heavy-load hauling. Used in modern times for driving and logging, they are also beautiful horses with arched necks, rippling muscles, and long hair on their lower legs and feet. They have an average height of 16 to 18 hands (64 to 72 inches). They are proud horses used in shows and can often be seen pulling carriages in parades and state fairs.

Lipizzaner

The Lipizzaner has been around since the 16th century and originated in Europe. They are fairly tall horses, averaging 15 to 16 hands high (60 to 64 inches). They are a lovely grey or white color and are often used to teach students in performance riding schools. They have large muscles, broad chests, and long flowing manes and are known for being athletic and performing well in shows.