The Norwegian Fjord Horse is one of the oldest breeds of horses, believed to be domesticated over 4,000 years ago. Fjords were also the breed used by the Vikings.

Around 1840, the breeding of Fjord horses was formalised, with a stud established in the Dovre Mountains (Dovrefjell) in central Norway at an altitude of 1,000m. ... back to the tail.

Most Fjords, including Nelson, are the same color – brown dun – and have a dorsal stripe that starts at their forelock and runs all the way down their tail like some ancient wild horses, the ...

A probation and parole officer by day, Linda Syverson-Kerr has an unusual hobby to help her unwind and enjoy herself. For the past seven years, she has collected horses. Not ...

The Milwaukee County Zoo's newest animal resident is a 14-year-old Norwegian Fjord horse named Nelson.. Nelson arrived at the zoo in July and is nearly finished with the quarantine process that ...

Those who own and love Norwegian fjord horses know they are more than just a “plain Jane” in a tan coat. That was plain last weekend at the La Crosse ...

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin (WDJT) — The Milwaukee County Zoo has a new member of their farm family. Nelson is the zoo’s first Norwegian Fjord horse. Like Nelson, Fjords have many unique quirks. For ...

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee County Zoo has a new member of their farm family. Nelson is the zoo's first Norwegian Fjord horse. Like Nelson, Fjords have many unique quirks.