Spotted Wonder!

The Knabstrupper is an ancient and rare warmblood breed that originated in Denmark and was influenced by spotted Spanish horses. They are known for their loud, colorful spotted coats, the most famous of which is the “leopard” spotting pattern. The Knabstrupper was bred for sport and excels in a variety of disciplines such as dressage, jumping, and eventing. This breed also has an incredible temperament and loves to please people, making them a popular mount among junior and amateur riders.

This popular Danish breed has made its way to America in the past few decades and is bringing lots of color to the ring! Meet Pyxis av Drӧmmarna, a 12-year-old Knabstupper who is becoming a well-known breeding stallion for passing on his calm temperaments, athleticism, and flashy coat.

“Pyxis,” as he is known in the barn, is owned by Kimberly Ramirez of Shakespeare Farm LLC and embodies the unique beauty of the breed as well as its docile temperament and intelligence. He is the sole Knabstrupper stallion approved for life by the Canadian Warmblood Horse Breeders Association, the Knabstrupperforeningen (KNN), and the Westfalen Knabstupper book simultaneously. In addition to his incredible breeding achievements, Pyxis has also received top placings in both dressage and eventing competitions, demonstrating the breed’s versatility.

Kimberly’s mission is to bring awareness to the Knabstrupper in the U.S. and is working on expanding her breeding program to produce top sport horses. Having Pyxis join her team has been a dream come true, as he is not just visually eye-catching, but also deeply willing, versatile, and ridable – traits she is excited for him to continue to pass onto his offspring. 

Pyxis av Drӧmmarna’s portrait model exhibits his stunning chestnut leopard pattern on the loose-mane Warmblood Stallion mold (#711), sculpted by Susan Carlton Sifton. He will be available as a part of this year’s Limited Edition model lineup available to all ticket holders, whether you’re joining us in-person or online!