Canto ♂ †

About Canto

Canto is a (died 2014) ... (colour not provided in the research notes) showjumping stallion foaled in 2001, by Canturo out of a Limbus dam.

Canto is a Holsteiner stallion born in 2001, noted for his influence in showjumping breeding rather than his own competitive achievements. He was sired by the accomplished stallion Canturo and his dam was Krokus by Limbus. Although his own showjumping career was modest, Canto gained acclaim for producing successful sport horses. His breeding activities were conducted at Hengststation Maas J. Hell in Germany. Canto was approved for breeding by the Holsteiner Verband and was represented in other respected studbooks such as KWPN and BWP.

Canto's most distinguished progeny include Cantinero, who has excelled on the international showjumping circuit, showcasing noteworthy performance in high-level competitions. Another of his offspring, Catover, competes at the CSI5* level and takes part in 1.60m classes, affirming Canto’s quality as a progenitor of top-tier showjumping horses.

Canto died in 2014 (colic). Breeding may continue via frozen semen — confirm availability with the stud.

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