The horse that built this country…

Traditional Shire Horses were built like tanks; large, compact and very strong. They had a broad chest providing extra room for their heart and lungs, their legs were short in comparison to other breeds, and typically no longer then the depth of their body from the wither to their girth. Hairy legs protected their legs for injury and lastly, but most importantly, they were bread for their temperament; gentle, kind, patient and willingness to work…