The Kathiawari is an old breed of Indian horse that originates from the Kathiawar peninsular from where it takes its name. The Kathiawari is a small horse, standing no more than 14.3 hands high, and occurs in any colour except black. A tough and frugal breed, they have an at times unpredictable nature, and are used by the Gujerat mounted police and are also used for the game of tent-pegging. Research Kathiawari