Equine coat
Discover horse breeds that can have a Sooty coat. This page gathers available profiles, examples of related breeds and useful information to better understand this coat colour.
The Sooty coat: Dark hairs mixed into the coat, giving a shaded effect on back/flanks.
Horse coat colors depend on genetics, but also on visible traits such as mane color, lower legs, skin tone, and the presence of markings or patterns. The same coat color can therefore vary from one individual to another.
Browse breed profiles where this coat colour is present or mentioned.
Discover the American Miniature Horse, an elegant and intelligent miniature horse under 86 cm tall, admired for its beauty and gentle temperament.
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The Quarter Horse is the ultimate American horse, famous for its power, sprinting speed, and exceptional versatility.
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Why is the Ardennes horse so strong? Discover this powerful draft horse from the Ardennes and its many uses.
View profileDiscover the Czech Sport Pony, a versatile and athletic breed, ideal for children’s riding and pony sport competitions.
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Fjord horse, a hardy breed from Norway, known for its strength, calm nature, and distinctive two-tone mane.
View profileThe Jianchang horse, a small Chinese mountain breed from Sichuan, known for its hardiness and agility, measuring around 110–120 cm and weighing 180–250 kg.
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Why is the Missouri Fox Trotter so comfortable? Discover this smooth gaited horse, perfect for trail riding and western riding.
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Originating from the Austrian Alps, the Noriker is a powerful and versatile draft horse. Discover its uses and its calm, gentle temperament.
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Discover the Paraguayan Horse, or Paraguayan Criollo: a small, hardy and enduring horse, loyal and perfectly adapted to South American ranch life.
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