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The Dole Gudbrandsdal, Dølahest or Dole is a draft- and harness-type horse from Norway. The Dole is originally from the Gudbrandsdal Valley, and is probably descended in part from the Friesian horse. Over time the breed has had Thoroughbred, Arabian and other blood added in, especially during the creation of the smaller harness type in the 19th century. Although originally used mainly as a pack horse, today the heavier Dole type is used mainly for agricultural purposes. Both types have been crossed with other breeds to develop horses for harness racing and riding.