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The Whole Ball of Wax
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Well, here you have it-the whole ball of wax: the harness, traces, the single tree hook ups front and rear and of course, the horse. To qualify for one of the hitches, a Budweiser Clydesdale must be a gelding with an even temperament and strong, draft horse appearance, be at least four years old, stand at least 18 hands (72 inches, 183 cm) at the withers (shoulders) when fully mature, and weigh between 1,800 and 2,300 pounds (820 and 1,040 kg). In addition, each horse must be bay in color (a reddish-brown coat with a black mane and tail), have four white stocking feet, and a blaze of white on the face.

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.0930_23
11/25/15 3:05 PM GMT
I am surprised a mare or stud Clydesdale hasn't sued Budweiser for discrimination Owd Momma. I have heard of other lawsuits that made less horse sense.
Perfect capture and a wonderful series.

TicK


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People are like cameras--sometimes they lose focus.
::Dunstickin
11/25/15 3:49 PM GMT
You done a good series of images on these!....

Fine animals and captured with excellent details
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::corngrowth
11/25/15 4:22 PM GMT
'The Whole Ball of Wax' in all its glory Momma!
On previous occasions I've told you my admiration for this series.
With every by you added image, this admiration grows.

Compliments for that Pat!
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::biffobear
11/25/15 7:12 PM GMT
And if you ain't got that blaze you don't pull the cart..You just eat hay all day..So who has the better deal..It's good..R.
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::tigger3
11/25/15 7:18 PM GMT
I have really enjoyed the series, very well represented in both the images, and the information. tigs=^..^=
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::Ramad
11/25/15 9:54 PM GMT
THis may be the last but I like this best because here you show th horse in full with all the gear. Interesting series it has been Pat.
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::Jimbobedsel
11/26/15 12:22 AM GMT
So majestic and elegant looking. I have never seen one of these horses in person. You captured this shot in a fantastic fashion. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
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.icedancer
11/27/15 3:06 PM GMT
Spectacular shot giving us a outstanding view of these gorgeous horses. I knew about their qualifications of course being the horse lover I am. Brilliant series.
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