American Bashkir Curly
The American Bashkir Curly, often shortened to Curly Horse, is a North American horse with a curly or wavy coat that may also affect the mane, tail, eyelashes, and winter hair. The breed's exact historical origins have been debated, and the Bashkir name is not a simple proof of Russian ancestry. Modern Curly horses vary in type, with some showing stock-horse, gaited, pony, or sport influences.
Owners are often drawn to Curly horses for their coat and steady temperaments, but the curl does not replace ordinary horse selection. Some people with horse allergies report fewer reactions around certain Curly horses, though responses vary by person and animal. Grooming changes with the season because curls can shed heavily or mat if neglected. Breeders should describe coat expression, registration basis, gait, and body type clearly, since the breed includes several lines rather than one narrow shape.
