The Swedish Warmblood

The Swedish Warmblood Association (SWA) was formed in 1928 by breeders,
encouraged by the army, to promote the development of uniform mares of high standard.
The army stopped using horses in the 1970's and the breeding program has since been fully
in the hands of the SWA.
The Swedish Warmblood Association of North America (SWANA) was established in the
1980's as breeding of Swedish Warmblood horses became more popular in United States and
Canada. SWANA continues the traditions of the SWA, employing the SWA breeding committee
for Inspections to maintain consistency of the breed. The Swedish Warmblood is the product
of an efficient selection system utilizing modern genetic principles rather than closed book breeding.
Stallions and mares are judged in hand when at least 3 years of age and graded for 1) type, 2) head,
neck and body, 3) extremities, 4) walk, and 5) trot. A score of 10 is ideal, with 5 as passable. Mares
are approved with a minimum score of 34 with Class II (36-37 points) and Class I (38 or more points)
being recommended for breeding. Stallions must score at least 38 points, with no individual score
under 7 points, and pass a performance test for approval. Radiographs are also performed to evaluate a stallions soundness.

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