THE METAL HORSE
A Metal horse has an angular, strong and well-defined body with strong shoulders and back and a broad chest. These horses often possess a natural talent and are well chosen for the more experienced rider who enjoys competing. In balance Metal horses are strong willed and determined, intelligent, forward going and energetic with a sense of justice. They are associated with spirituality and one only has to think of the mythical horse Pegasus to imagine the Metal horse.

Mental stimulation is important to these horses and if retired or in reduced workload it is important to consider using groundwork, bodywork or other activities to keep their minds occupied.

Signs of imbalance: Arthritis / Anxiety / Allergies (Metal is associated with the Lung and large intestine meridians and so RAO may be seen) / Coughing / Over sensitive / Impaired Immune system / Tension held in the neck and shoulders / Inflexible attitude

Metal horses can be any horse but are commonly Arabs, TB's, Iberian breeds and Connermaras