Holsteiner mare lines - Claus Schridde

The third expanded edition of "Holsteiner Mare Lines" is the indispensable reference work for breeders, riders, and Holsteiner enthusiasts. Expanded with 87 detailed mare pedigree charts, the book offers a deep insight into the genetic foundations of successful Holsteiner breeding.

With over 90 color photographs and 60 historical black-and-white images – many of them previously unpublished – this work showcases influential dams, champion mares, and top international horses. All stallions and sport horses are clearly assigned to their dam lines, supplemented by comprehensive information from Germany and abroad.

Holstein breeding is no accident: it is based on carefully selected dam lines and decades of experience. This book makes the connections clear and understandable – an absolute must for anyone who wants to understand Holstein mares, stallions, and their successful offspring .

Highlights:

• 87 mare pedigrees with all relevant pedigrees

• Information on over 8,900 Holsteiner bloodlines

• Overview of licensed stallions and performance test winners

• High-quality images with historical and current photographs