Tes
This is a list of all the horse breeds in the DAD-IS, the Domestic Animal Diversity Information System, a database of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. In 2024 there were approximately 1600 horse breed entries, reported by about 130 countries. The breed names are those held in the database, and thus reflect the diversity between the various reporting countries; although for some breeds, there is a transboundary name available on record. Intentionally, no further attempt has been made to link, unify, rationalise or translate them. One spelling error has been corrected. The list can be sorted alphabetically by breed, which allows the geographical range of a breed such as the Morgan to be seen. It is also text-searchable, which may help find all entries for, say, the Mérens.
| Life Span | 25-30 years |
| Weight | 380-550 kg |
What to Know Before Buying a Tes
Finding a responsible Tes 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 Tes. 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 Tess 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.
Looking for a Tes breeder?
Search our database of USDA-licensed facilities to find inspected breeders and check their compliance history.
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