Taishuh
The Taishū (対州馬, taishū uma) or Tsushima (対馬馬, tsushima uma) is an endangered Japanese breed of small horse from Tsushima Island in the Korea Strait, in Nagasaki Prefecture of Japan. It may be used for draught work, as a pack-horse or for riding; it was useful in the past for transport between remote villages in the mountains of the island, but is no longer so used.
| Life Span | 25-30 years |
| Weight | 380-550 kg |
What to Know Before Buying a Taishuh
Finding a responsible Taishuh breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells horses commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.
Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Taishuh. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.
Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Taishuhs appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.
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