Luigi is a new addition at BQHC! In the early spring of 2021, we were fortunate enough to have found a beautiful, blue roan, Belgisch Trekpaard Stallion residing in Merksplas, Belgium. We knew instantly that he would be a great fit for our breeding program and we were ready to take the leap. In late April, he flew to America and in the middle of June, once his quarantine process was over, we were able to pick him up from the quarantine facility in Kentucky.

Luigi now resides with us, and really enjoys his job here in America.

The Belgian Draft, or Brabant, as some people may call the Belgisch Trekpaard, originates from the Brabant region of modern Belgium, and is one of the strongest of the heavy breeds. History shows that Belgian Drafts are direct, lineal descendants of the “Great Horse” of Medieval Times. These are the horses that carried armored knights into battle!

Luigi stands at 16 hands tall and weighs in at 1,600 pounds. He has heavy feathering, with a flowing mane, foretop and tail. The Belgisch Trekpaard are known for being a good decision maker, having a big personality, and are about as docile as they come. He is a quick learner, and loves to be in the presence of other horses.