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Making its first appearance in 600 B.C., Tinker horses have had many different names during their breed s history. Some of the names include Gypsy Vanner, Gypsy Cob, Colored Cob, and Irish Cob. All of these monikers point to a remarkable horse bred by travelers to be strong enough to transport their homes or belongings but friendly enough to play with their children upon the journey s end. Selectively bred with horses such as Clydesdales and Frisians, the result is the strength of a draft horse with the height of a saddle horse.