The magic is done by the animal: he has horses of up to a ton, he inherited his father's passion and now passes it on to his daughter

Alfredo Sayus, a man who has spent his life surrounded by horses, continues to find joy and purpose in their presence even though his primary work does not involve farming. His passion for these animals stems from his father, with whom he shared the legacy of raising Percherón horses at the small Buenos Aires town of Udaquiola. The family’s farm, known as La Narcisa, has been breeding these powerful creatures for four decades. The Percherón breed, originally from the region of Perche in France, is renowned for its size and strength. Males can reach heights of 1.55 to 1.68 meters and weigh up to 1,000 kilograms. Known for their endurance and ability to carry heavy loads, they have historically played a vital role in agriculture and transportation. In Argentina, the breed is commonly found in gray and black coats. Sayus took part in the 138th Rural Exhibition in Palermo, where he brought along Malandra, a three-year-old gray-and-white stallion, and his two daughters. During the event, he spoke about the deep connection he feels with the horses, which he attributes to his childhood experiences working alongside his father. He described how growing up in such an environment made him feel a sense of heroism tied to his father's presence on horseback. He recalled how, as a child, he was inspired by his father’s dedication to the craft. “My dad was a farmer, so this was something I lived with all my life at home,” he said. “In a family like ours, you learn to ride before you learn to walk. When you’re young, the hero of every child is the father, and if he was on a horse, I wanted to be like him.” This bond between father and son has now passed down to his daughters, who share a close relationship with the animals. Sayus expressed pride in seeing them develop their own affinity for the horses. “I don’t work in this field, yet they’ve already taken it on. But the magic comes from the animal itself. When you interact with a horse, it’s hard not to feel something special. It creates a beautiful thing,” he said. He hopes that his daughters will decide to continue the tradition, ensuring that the legacy of La Narcisa endures. “They’ll decide tomorrow what they want to do, but I hope we can keep doing this.”