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OnceUponA Farm Gypsy Vanner Horses
Dan and Julia O'Neill
Picton, ON Canada
(613) 476-5107
info@gypsyvannerhorses.ca
     The Gypsy Vanner Horse is a beautiful and rare breed envisioned by the Romany people, commonly known as "Gypsies", of Great Britain. These horses were selectively bred over generations to create the ideal caravan horse. The horses needed to be strong enough to pull a heavy caravan, gentle enough for a child to play on, and "easy keepers". Flashy markings such as piebald, skewbald and blagdon, made a horse distinctive and therefore less likely to be stolen.
      Probably the most noticeable characteristic of the Gypsy Vanner horse is the profusion of hair. The mane, forelock and tail should be ample to profusly abundant, double manes are common.
      In addition to the Gypsy Vanners awesome good looks, the breed possesses a temperament that is friendly and engaging. Easy to train, smart, willing to please, these horses have it all. Although originally bred to pull the Gypsy Caravan, these horses are now being used in all disciplines. Still used on wagons, you may also see Vanners pulling beautiful carriages, being ridden in Dressage, Hunt Seat, Saddle Seat, and Western or bareback. Due to their gentle nature and versatility the Gypsy Vanner makes an ideal family horse.
Beauty and Brains
Susan Dall photo
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Lurchers

Welcome to our new filly, "Winter"!
"Winter" was born in the wee hours of February 20, 2010 to our good mare "Phoebe". She is an amazingly solid little girl, great bone and lovely tricolour markings. She is bright eyed and inquisitive.
"Winter" is for sale.

 "OnceUponA Winter's Night"