EPISODE · Oct 24, 2025 · 16 MIN
Clydesdales - the gentle giants of the horse world
from Country Life · host RNZ
They used to be a regular sight on New Zealand's roads and paddocks - the plodding but magnificent Clydesdales. The horses with the hobbit hooves are becoming rare and their personality, dignity and legacy have inspired Susie Izard and her daughter Cate Smith to help save the breed. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.With thanks to:Suzie Izard and Cate Smith, Silverstream ClydesdalesGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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They used to be a regular sight on New Zealand's roads and paddocks - the plodding but magnificent Clydesdales. The horses with the hobbit hooves are becoming rare and their personality, dignity and legacy have inspired Susie Izard and her daughter Cate Smith to help save the breed. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.With thanks to:Suzie Izard and Cate Smith, Silverstream ClydesdalesGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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