"Icelandic horses are known for their calm temperament," said Heffernan. "The temperament is amazing." In addition to demeanor, the Icelandic horse is just the right size for this type of riding -- ...

Tolt is a four-beat lateral gait, apparently, which is exclusive to the Icelandic horse. Julia knew it was the sign for more than a walk but less than a trot.

Lori Leo opened Four Winds Icelandic Horse Farm in 2003. It didn’t take her long to make her mark in the international world of horse breeding. The International Federation of Icelandic Horse ...

Icelandic horses can also tolt, a comfortable and ground-covering four-beat gait, as well as performing a flying pace, a speedy two-beat lateral gait with a moment of suspension between footfalls ...

Several young equestrians won’t have to travel far to test themselves against riders from around the nation when the Icelandic Horse American Youth Cup Competition comes to Coast Road Stables ...

Owners of Icelandic horses will testify that once you've met one of these hardy, sociable equines, you've made a friend for life. These small horses were developed from ponies brought to Iceland ...

Icelandic horses can also tolt, a comfortable and ground-covering four-beat gait, as well as performing a flying pace, a speedy two-beat lateral gait with a moment of suspension between footfalls ...