Did you know that some ponies can grow a mustache? This trait is most common in a horse breed called the Gypsy Vanner, which is known for its luxurious long mane, flowy feathers (the hair on lower legs), piebald coat and a friendly and calm demeanor. The same gene that is responsible for the horse's deluxe tresses is also the one, that gives it the mustache, no matter the sex - it can be a stallion, a gelding, and even a mare!
Horse lovers on the internet seem to be divided in their opinions regarding the horse mustache. ”I find it to be the vilest thing ever....shave it! Shave it! Ugh!” That was the reaction of one horse owner. Another commenter was slightly less scathing but still skeptical, believing that “It's kinda cute in a weird way, but if it were my horse I would shave it off for sure!!” A Gypsy horse breeder, though, would never shave the horses face, as the stubble is considered a highly wanted trait and a luck-bringer to the owner.
We at Bored Panda think these hirsute types of horses look just fabulous, especially when paired with an equally fetching mane-style. What do you think? Check out the horse pictures below for yourself!
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Just hope the horse can eat around that! They use their whiskers and sensitive lips to find their food...this looks like the horse would be chomping down on their own hair much of the time!
For some reason, your comment had me in stitches, picturing the horse munching on a dolls head 😂
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Too much inbreeding? Or is it just that the owners somehow PROTECTED the hairs from being natural worn/broken while still shorter?
that looks like some kind of death horse. he uses his whiskers to trap u
This guy needs a fashion-minded friend to help do his doo. Too much of a good thing= bad thing.
looks like a blond cthulhu on his lip hahahahahah i can't it looks so out of place!
I'm sorry, but this poor baby, from this direction, looks like a goat.
For those who think this isn't natural, I believe the breed is called the Gypsy Cob. They are the original gypsy horse from UK/Europe - bred strong enough to pull carts but small enough to be sure footed and quiet for families and children. They are prized by their people and the stache is considered lucky. I think they are gorgeous and full of character!!!! They say "Gypsy gold does not clink and glitter, it gleams in the sun and neighs in the dark" :) ......
Why wouldn't this be natural? They're just a really hairy breed of horse...
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Why would people be disgusted if this is their natural state? Such preconceived notions.
I don't know why... the more "styled" ones are okay, but some of the really long ones just make me kind of uncomfortable. I do NOT think it has to do with "pre-concieved notions" though. Pre-concieved notions of what? Horses that don't have mustaches that also exist?
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There Vanner breed has so much hair as it is! I have a Vanner type horse, but sadly he doesn't have a moustache 😑 wish he did!
I think they are cute and unique. #3 is my favorite with the addition of the crazy nose hair! Leave their stash alone. It’s natural.
So much emotion because of a a little extra bit of hair on already very hairy animals...
These are real, totally natural and well just awesome my Gypsy "Blue " has a fabulous mustache
I think this breed is a Gypsy Vanner I have a horse with a mustache too.
I don't really know anything about horses except that they are beautiful, but this just looks odd. Doesn't it get in the way when they eat?
Not a horse person, now I'm super not a horse person. God bless these creatures, but just don't feel the horse thing.
I had a horse that had a small stache. His was about an inch long. I loved it.
"And the best part is, when you purchase your first treatment at 'Hair Club for Horses™' at the unbelievably low price of $49.99, your second treatment is free!"
Honestly, have you never seen a human male that grows a moustache or beard a different color than the hair on their heads? I have known many males that grew out their beards only for it to be red or blonde naturally when they have a completely different hair color.
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It's not photoshopped they do grow them, my lad gets them one in the winter xx
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For those who think this isn't natural, I believe the breed is called the Gypsy Cob. They are the original gypsy horse from UK/Europe - bred strong enough to pull carts but small enough to be sure footed and quiet for families and children. They are prized by their people and the stache is considered lucky. I think they are gorgeous and full of character!!!! They say "Gypsy gold does not clink and glitter, it gleams in the sun and neighs in the dark" :) ......
Why wouldn't this be natural? They're just a really hairy breed of horse...
Load More Replies... Why would people be disgusted if this is their natural state? Such preconceived notions.
I don't know why... the more "styled" ones are okay, but some of the really long ones just make me kind of uncomfortable. I do NOT think it has to do with "pre-concieved notions" though. Pre-concieved notions of what? Horses that don't have mustaches that also exist?
Load More Replies... There Vanner breed has so much hair as it is! I have a Vanner type horse, but sadly he doesn't have a moustache 😑 wish he did!
I think they are cute and unique. #3 is my favorite with the addition of the crazy nose hair! Leave their stash alone. It’s natural.
So much emotion because of a a little extra bit of hair on already very hairy animals...
These are real, totally natural and well just awesome my Gypsy "Blue " has a fabulous mustache
I think this breed is a Gypsy Vanner I have a horse with a mustache too.
I don't really know anything about horses except that they are beautiful, but this just looks odd. Doesn't it get in the way when they eat?
Not a horse person, now I'm super not a horse person. God bless these creatures, but just don't feel the horse thing.
I had a horse that had a small stache. His was about an inch long. I loved it.
"And the best part is, when you purchase your first treatment at 'Hair Club for Horses™' at the unbelievably low price of $49.99, your second treatment is free!"
Honestly, have you never seen a human male that grows a moustache or beard a different color than the hair on their heads? I have known many males that grew out their beards only for it to be red or blonde naturally when they have a completely different hair color.
Load More Replies... It's not photoshopped they do grow them, my lad gets them one in the winter xx
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