Curlies have wide set eyes that have an unusual oriental slant to them. This gives them a wider field of vision to the rear. It gives them a kind and sleepy look. Curlies have round, very hard hooves. They generally do not require shoes.
Curly foals run with their tails held up over their backs like white tailed deer.
They are very intelligent, love to learn new things. They have a remarkable memory. Curlies have a calm and gentle nature. They seem to have an inborn love for human companionship. They were working ranch horses for the early ranchers in Nevada.