Prix de St. Georges level. The Finnhorse is also well-suited to riding therapy, being calm and steady, hard-working, obedient, healthy and enduring. They are small enough to allow the patient to be assisted easily, yet large enough to have gaits that stimulate the muscles, senses, and balance of the rider. Many Finnhorses have also been trained for driving, and therefore are familiar with unusual noises and can be controlled from behind, and ex-trotters are inexpensive. Many Finns also find the appearance of the Finnhorse comforting. Notes References External links Suomenratsut – A Finnish organisation that promotes the use of Finnhorses for riding Sukuposti.net – Pedigree and photograph database Suomenhevosliitto ry – The Finnhorse association Suomen työhevosseura ry – The working horse association of Finland Suomenhevosgalleria – Photos of the Finnhorse Horse breeds originating in Finland Military equipment of Finland Harness racing in Finland Horse breeds National symbols of Finland