'He's massive!' Meet Hugo, the world's tallest horse
Summary
Hugo, a Shire horse living in Towcester, UK, has been officially named the world's tallest living horse at 199 cm tall (about 6.5 feet to his shoulders). He is still growing, and his owner takes special care of him with regular health treatments to support his size and wellbeing.Key Facts
- Hugo is a four-year-old Shire horse measured at 199 cm tall to the withers (shoulders).
- His height was confirmed by Guinness World Records after measurement by a vet without shoes.
- Shire horses are known for their large size and strength, often used historically for farming and transport.
- Hugo's owner, Brett Masters, provides chiropractic care, massages, dental care, and a special diet for him.
- Hugo is still growing and may get even taller, with expected growth until about eight and a half years old.
- Hugo participates in demonstrations showing traditional uses of Shire horses, like pulling wagons and farming tools.
- The tallest horse ever recorded was also a Shire named Sampson (later Mammoth), standing 2.19 meters tall in 1850.
- Hugo is described as gentle and friendly, gaining attention from people when seen in public.
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