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Welcome to my lens on horse breeds! Here I have written about many different breeds and all the information you will need on them. They start with a fact file on color, region, uses and hight. I also put in some cool horse information books and DVD/VHS. Hope you find everything you need! Enjoy!
Horse books on Amazon
Here are some good horse books that you guys can read and get lots of information.
The New Rider's Horse Encyclopedia
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The Young Rider (Young Enthusiast)
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The United States Pony Club Manual of Horsemanship: Basics for Beginners/D Level (Howell reference books)
Amazon Price: $13.59 (as of 01/01/2010)
The United States Pony Club Manual of Horsemanship: Intermediate Horsemanship (C Level) (Howell reference books) (No.1)
Amazon Price: $13.59 (as of 01/01/2010)
The United States Pony Club Manual of Horsemanship: Advanced Horsemanship B/HA/A Levels (The Howell Equestrian Library)
Amazon Price: $16.49 (as of 01/01/2010)
Horse movies on Amazon
Here are some cool DVD and VHS on amazon.com and hope you like them!
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Horses A to Z [VHS]
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Akhal-Teke
FACTSColor: Bay to dun and often with a metallic sheen
Region: Turkmenistan
Uses: Riding, endurance, competition and racing
Hight: Average is 15.2hh
The Akhal-Teke horses have been renowned as cavalry mounts and racehorses for some 3,000 years. These horses is native to an arid, barren environment. During its history, it has established a reputation of great stamina and courage. A key to the Akhal-Teke's stamina is its diet which is low in bulk but high in protein, and frequently includes butter and eggs mixed with barley. Today the Akhal-Teke is used in show jumping and dressage in addition to daily use under saddle.
Akhal-Teke Horse Vid
Andalusian
FACTSColor: Bay or shades of gray
Region: Spain and Portugal
Uses: Riding and driving
Hight: Average is 15.2hh
The Andalusian horse has been highly regarded since the Middle Ages. Also the Andalusian, has officially been known as the Purebred Spanish Horse, reigned for several centuries throughout the known world as the embodiment of perfection in horseflesh. The Andalusian is represented by the names Iberian Saddle Horse, Iberian War Horse, Jennet, Ginete, Lusitano, Alter Real, Carthusian, Spanish Horse, Portuguese, Peninsular, Castilian, Extremeno, Villanos, Zapata, and Zamaranos.
Andalusian Horse Vid
Appaloosa
FACTSColor: See the picture on the right
Region: USA and now universal
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 14.2hh to 15.2hh
The Appaloosa's heritage is as colorful and unique as its coat pattern. Usually noticed and recognized because of its spots and splashes of color, the abilities and beauty of this breed are more than skin deep.
Appaloosas are found in nearly every discipline. Setting speed records on the race track, excelling at advanced levels of dressage, jumping, games, reining, roping, pleasure, endurance and as gentle family horses - any of these roles can be filled by the versatile Appaloosa. Their eager-to-please attitudes and gentle dispositions make them a pleasure to work with in any area.
Appaloosa Horse Vid
Arabian
FACTSColor: All solid colors
Region: Middle East and now universal
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 14hh to 15hh
The Bedouin tribes of the desert, believing the horse to be a gift from God, told many romantic tales of the Arabian's beginnings. One such legend claims God fashioned the desert south wind into a creature who "shall fly without wings". No matter how the horse came to the desert, Bedouins took them as prized members of their households. Individual horses were selected for the gentle, affectionate nature, the striking look and proud spirit the breed is known for today. The Arabian was also bred to withstand long treks across the desert and the tribal wars which sometimes followed such trips. The Bedouins developed horses with strength, courage and stamina required for survival, and for the speed and responsiveness needed to win the tribal skirmishes. All in all, the Arabian Horse developed a significant list of attributes!
Arabian Horse Vid
Barb
FACTSColor: Gray, bay or black
Region: North Africa
Uses: General riding
Hight: Between 14.2hh to 15.2hh
The Barb is a light riding horse which originated in the Maghreb region of northern Africa. There are several varieties including Algerian, Moroccan and Tunisian. This is the foundation breed of the West African Barb and the Spanish Barb which was developed in the United States
Batak
FACTSColor: All colors
Region: Indonesia
Uses: Riding
Hight: Up to 13hh
The Batak Pony is an Indonesian breed. Originating in Central Sumatra, it is thought to have descended from Mongolian Horse and Arabian blood, and has continually been infused with Arabian blood throughout the century to improve its quality. The Batak is selectively breed by the Indonesians, and is often used to upgrade the quality the horses and ponies on nearby islands.
The Batak was once used as sacrificial animals for the gods, but is now employed in a less-gruesome occupation as a riding pony. The Arabian blood makes it spirited when needed, but the pony is generally quiet enough for children to ride, with an excellent temperament. Their speed also makes them popular for racing among the local population.
Belgian Heavy Draft
FACTSColor: Red roan, chestnut, bay or duns
Region: Belgium
Uses: Agriculture
Hight: Between 16.2hh to 17hh
The Belgian Heavy Draft, as the name implies, is native to the country of Belgium. This little country is blessed with a fertile soil and abundant rainfall providing the thrifty farmers of Belgium with the excellent pastures and the hay and grain necessary to develop a heavy, powerful breed of horse.
Belgium lies in the very center of that area of western Europe which gave rise to the large black horses known as Flemish horses and were referred to as the "great horses" by medieval writers. They are the horses that carried armored knights into battle. Such horses were known to exist in that part of Europe in the time of Caesar. They provided the genetic material from which nearly all the modern draft breeds were fashioned.
Belgian Heavy Draft Horse Vid
Belgian Warmblood
FACTSColor: Any solid color
Region: Belgium
Uses: Competition
Hight: Average is 16.2hh
Belgian Warmblood Horse Vid
Madison- Belgian Warmblood Mare
16.1+ hands, registered Belgian Warmblood Mare. This is the first time this rider has ever ridden her. She is a fantastic horse, that is willing to learn new things. She is sold!! See http://www.equinenow.com/horse-ad-216344
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Camargue
FACTSColor: Gray
Region: France
Uses: Riding
Hight: Average is 14.2hh
Some say that the Camargue horse has an oriental or Saracen origin, due to the forsaking of Arab horses during the barbaresque invasion in the south of France in the 8th century. We can presume that those horsemen only rode males, not females. So, if crossings have been done, they were absorbed into the local horses.
According to some scientific research, the origin of the Camargue horse would be the solutre horse, who lived in a marshy land, near the Quanternary Sea. Both have the same characteristics (same skeleton, same stature...) From his cradle, they went down to the Rhone Delta.
So, we can admit that the foreign crossings had no influence on the present Camargue horse and that he's really the descendent of the solutre quaternary horse, with the same characteristics, thanks to the deep and permanent action of the environment in which he lives in half-liberty.
Camargue Horse Vid
Caspian
FACTSColor: Bay, gray or chestnut
Region: Northern Iran
Uses: Driving and riding
Hight: Between 11hh to 12hh
The Caspian is an ancient breed previously believed to have been extinct for over one thousand years. This breed is probably the most direct ancestor of the Oriental breeds and subsequently of all light horse breeds.
The Caspian is extremely rare and barely pulled back from the edge of extinction in 1965. It is now being studied by leading archaeozoologists to prove the link between the modern Caspian and the tiny prehistoric horse of Persia.
Caspian Horse Vid
Chincoteague
FACTSColor: Various, including part-colored
Region: USA
Uses: Riding
Hight: Average is 12hh
The Chincoteague Pony, now a registered breed, descends from the 'wild' horses on Assateague Island, a 37 mile long barrier island off the coast of Maryland and Virginia. The 'wild' horses on Assateague are actually feral animals, meaning that they are descendants of domestic animals that have reverted to a wild state.
Despite the often told tale of the horses swimming to Assateague from a shipwrecked Spanish galleon, the most plausible explanation is that they are the descendents of horses that were brought to Assateague in the 17th century by mainland owners to avoid fencing laws and taxation of livestock.
Chincoteague Horse Vid
Cleveland Bay
FACTSColor: Bay with black points
Region: Northeast England and now universal
Uses: Driving, agricultural and riding
Hight: Average is 16hh
The Cleveland Bay is the oldest established breed of English Horse.
In 1884, the Cleveland Bay Horse Society of Great Britain published the first volume of its Stud Book containing stallions and mares scrupulously selected for purity of blood, many of whose pedigrees traced back over a century. Since that date, the breed has been maintained free of outcrosses. In consequence, Cleveland Bays stamp their get with remarkable uniformity of size, conformation, soundness, stamina, disposition and color.
Clydesdale
FACTSColor: Bay, brown, gray or roan
Region: Scotland
Uses: Agriculture and heavy draft
Hight: Average is 16.2hh
The Clydesdale is a breed of heavy draft horse developed in and deriving its name from the district in Scotland where it was founded. Its type was evolved by the farmers of Lanarkshire, through which the River Clyde flows. The old name for Lanarkshire is Clydesdale.
It was bred to meet not only the agricultural needs of these farmers, but the demands of commerce for the coal fields of Lanarkshire and for all the types of heavy haulage on the streets of Glasgow. The breed soon acquired more than a local reputation, and in time, the breed spread throughout the whole of Scotland and northern England.
Cob
FACTSColor: All colors
Region: UK
Uses: All-round riding horse
Hight: About 15hh
Connemara
FACTSColor: Gray, dun, bay or brown
Region: West coast of Ireland
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 13hh to 14.2hh
Legend has it that the Connemara Pony descended from Spanish horses, rescued from the Armada when the ships wrecked on the rocky coast of western Ireland in 1568. In fact, the Connemara's ancestors lived in Ireland for thousands of years, although some of the Armada's horses may have mated with local stock. It is certain that Thoroughbred and Arabian blood was introduced in the 1700's. By the 1920's the breed was threatened by random breeding and the Connemara Pony Breeders Society was formed to preserve the purity of the breed. A key to the excellence of the Connemara Pony is the hardy environment in which it lives. Turned out to survive the harsh weather on rough pasture, only the strong of the breed survive.
Connemara Pone Vid
Criollo
FACTSColor: Shades of dun or some part-colors
Region: South America
Uses: Pack and riding
Hight: Between 14hh to 15hh
The Criollo horse is the direct descendant of the horses brought to the Americas by the Spanish. Since the moment the first Spanish horses were brought to the Americas until the conformation of the Criollo there is a long history that covers many centuries during which the adaptation to the environment constitutes the basis upon which the Criollo horse has built its roots.
When the Spanish horse was left free in this new habitat, it had to adapt itself to the new conditions, protect itself against the threatening dangers and carry on reproduction under the law of survival of the most apt.
Dales
FACTSColor: Black
Region: Northeast England
Uses: Riding and driving
Hight: Up to 14.2hh
Native to the upper dales of Northern Yorkshire, England, is the Dales Pony. The ancestors of the Dales pony include to a large degree the Pennine Pony, with infusions of several other breeds including the Galloway, Norfolk Trotter and Wilson Pony blood. Dales ponies were bred specifically for the Pennine lead industry as pack ponies, and they soon became famous for their ability to quickly navigate rough country under heavy weights. With the advent of railways and better roads, the ponies found a niche on the small farms of the inhospitable upper dales; the strength and surefootedness of the ponies lends them to farm work where larger horses were at a disadvantage. These stylish and fast ponies were also successful in the trotting races, hunting and they served the Army as pack and mountain artillery ponies.
Dartmoor
FACTSColor: All colors except part-colors
Region: Southwest England
Uses: Riding
Hight: Average is 12.2
The Dartmoor Pony is one of nine breeds native to the British Isles. The area from which it originates is a rocky, barren, moorland called Dartmoor in Devon, England. The sparse grazing and bleak conditions of this moor ensure that only the toughest of its inhabitants thrive.
Dartmoor Ponies have roamed the moor for many centuries. One of the earliest recorded references to these ponies is in the will of a Saxon Bishop, Awlfwold of Crediton, who died in 1012. During the reign of Henry I (1100-1135), when Dartmoor was a royal forest, a stallion was taken from the moor and was used breeding with the royal mares. Many years ago, tin mining was an important industry in the Southwest of England. Many Dartmoors were used as pack ponies, carrying the tin from mines to the surrounding towns. When the mines closed, most of the ponies were turned loose to roam the moor, except for a few retained by local farmers for use on the farms. At the start of the Century, officials from the High Security Dartmoor Prison, situated in Princeton, a town in the middle of the moor, were raising good quality though unregistered ponies. Prison guards would use the ponies when escorting work parties to and from the prison. This continued until the 1960's.
Dartmoor Pony Vid
Don
FACTSColor: Chestnut, brown or golden sheen
Region: Russia
Uses: Cavalry remount,
Hight: Between 15.3hh to 16.2hh
Dutch Warmblood
FACTSColor: Any solid color
Region: Netherlands
Uses: Competition, including driving
Hight: Average is 16hh
The Dutch Warmblood is a "warmblood sport horse" breed. Warmblood simply distinguishes this type of horse from the "cold bloods" (draft horses) and the "hot bloods" (Thoroughbreds and Arabs). Sport horse refers to the intended use of the breed - as a competitive and recreational horse for the major international equestrian disciplines of dressage, jumping, 3-day event, and driving.
Dutch Warmblood Vid
European Dutch Warmblood - Dressage Horse
This beautiful 11 yr old Oldenburg gelding is an amateur rider's dream horse. Garfield was successfully trained to compete and win in Europe at the Fourth Level. See more Dutch Warmbloods for all levels of Dressage rider at www.ColdstreamImports.com
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Eriskay
FACTSColor: All colors
Region: Scotland
Uses: Riding
Hight: About 12hh
The Eriskay Pony is the only surviving variety of Hebridean pony and are found on the Hebrides islands off the coast of Scotland. They originated from the Celtic type with no imported bloodlines. The Eriskay pony is almost extinct.
Modern Eriskay ponies are the last surviving remnants of the original native ponies of the Western Isles of Scotland. Recent DNA testing by the University of Leicester has proven that they are a distinct, primitive breed, with ancient origins. Certainly they have ancient Celtic and Norse connections and Eriskays have been proven by measurement to be of similar proportions to those found on ancient Pictish stones throughout the North and West of Scotland.
Exmoor
FACTSColor: Bay, brown or dun with a mealy muzzle
Region: Southwest England
Uses: Riding and harness
Hight: About 12.3hh
The Exmoor pony is the oldest and purist of the British native pony breeds. The ponies have roamed the bleak, open moors of southwestern England, known as Exmoor, for centuries. They are believed to be the direct descendants of the horses that walked onto Britain before it was an island. Archaeological evidence dating back over 60,000 years bears an uncanny similarity to the Exmoor Pony of today.
Exmoor Pony Vid
Falabella
FACTSColor: Any color
Region: South America
Uses: Pets
Hight: 30inch (76cm)
The origin of the Falabella horse can be linked to the origins of a horse in Latin America called the Andalusian horse that the Spaniards brought with them to accomplish the enormous task of the conquest--chosen for their rusticity and resistance. They were later left to survive on their own due to unsuccessful attempts to conquer the area's human inhabitants. The name comes from the family who developed the breed in the middle of the nineteenth century.
Wandering without destination over the vast plains ("pampas"), the surviving horses underwent by necessity a series of biological processes and structural changes in order to adapt to the new conditions that were incredibly different from those of their native land.
Falabella Pony Vid
Fell Pony
FACTSColor: Black , brown or gray
Region: Northern England
Uses: Riding and driving
Hight: Not over 14hh
One of the classic native breeds of England, the Fell Pony is noted for its hardiness, courage and adaptability. Its docile temperament makes it popular with riding and trekking stables, and it is also well suited for driving, is a creditable jumper and has the ability to trot for long distances at a steady speed. Bred for the harsh environment of England's north country where feed is always at a premium, the Fell requires less keep than most horses and ponies, and given sufficient shelter, will live out in all weather. Generally, the native breeds were named after-their local habitat and in relation to the work for which they were bred ... thus the name "Fell" or hills.
Fell Pony Vid
Hinter Approved Fell Pony Stallion
** FOR SALE ** wishuponaster.com 2003 APPROVED FELL PONY STALLION! Height: 13.2 hh Reg# 20030241 Trained: Rides Hinter is going very well under saddle and taking blue ribbons in the dressage ring at every show he attends!!! This boy has a very sweet and playful personality and he really enjoys his training. Hinter is one of less than 200 Fell Ponies in all of North America!!! Hinter has great potential for upper Dressage levels. Schooling right now 1st level, ranvers, tranvers, side-pass, walk pirouettes, spanish-walk, walk to canter transitions. This pony is great to ride, loves to work started cross training work, long-lining and jumping. Lots of impulsion, ready for a show career!
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French Trotter
FACTSColor: All solid colors, but mainly chestnut, bay or brown
Region: France
Uses: Harness racing
Hight: About 16.2hh
Also Know By: Trotteur français, Anglo-Norman Trotter, Norman Trotter
The French Trotter originated in the 20th century from the Norman Coach Horse with Thoroughbred, Hackney and American Trotter bloodlines included. They are found in the Normandy region of France.
French Trotter Vid
Little Lady (MY NEW HORSE!!!) XD
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Friesian
FACTSColor: Black
Region: Netherlands
Uses: Driving, agriculture and riding
Hight: Average is 15hh
The Friesian breed is one of the oldest domesticated breeds in Europe. It is native to the province of Friesland in the northern Netherlands. The Friesian suffered a decline in numbers with the increase of mechanization on the farm and in transportation. In fact, the number of Friesian stallions reputedly was reduced to only three prior to World War I. The breed was rejuvenated by introducing Oldenburg blood. In recent years the breed has attracted a great deal of acclaim and its future seems assured. The Friesian is used for light agricultural work. It is traditionally used in harness to quaint Friesian gigs. The Friesian is also found in circuses and in driving competitions.
Furioso
FACTSColor: Any solid color
Region: Hungary
Uses: Riding and harness
Hight: Average is 16hh
Fjord Horse
FACTSColor: Both Dun and Black
Region: Norway
Uses: Plowing and Pulling timber
Hight: Average is 13.1hh to 14.3hh
The Fjord horse is rather short but very strong breed of horse from the mountainous regions of western Norway. It weighs from about 882 to 1210 lb. Though some individuals may fall under the traditional cutoff between horses and ponies, it is always considered a horse, regardless of height.
It is one of the world's oldest breeds, and has a long recorded history of pure-breeding without crossbreeding from other sources. It is believed that the ancestors of the Fjord horse migrated to Norway and were domesticated over 3,000 years ago. Archeological excavations at Viking burial sites indicate the Fjord horse has been selectively bred for 2,000 years.
Video of a Fjord Horse
Galiceno
FACTSColor: Dun with black points or Palomino
Region: Mexico
Uses: Riding and agricultural
Hight: Average is 14hh
The Galiceño was introduced to the United States in 1958 making it relatively new. The Galiceño has been in the New World since the Spanish conquistadors brought horses to the continent in the early sixteenth century. The Galiceño descended from the Galician of northern Spain and the Garrano of Portugal. It was among the first sixteen horses landed by Hernando Cortes when he invaded Mexico from Cuba in 1519.
Gelderlander
FACTSColor: Chestnut
Region: Netherlands
Uses: Carriage driving
Hight: Average is 16hh
The Dutch Province of Gelderland has a tradition of excellence in horse breeding. The province gives name to an excellent breed of horse which has evolved over the last century. The Gelderland is a result of extensive crossbreeding between old local breeds, notably the Friesian, and numerous imported breeds, including the Thoroughbred, Hackney, Oldenburg, East Friesian, and Anglo-Norman. Originally, the Gelderland horse was used in light agricultural work, and road harness in which its stylish gait was appreciated. More recently, the Gelderland has been used for riding, and its abilities as a superb jumper are becoming well-known.
Gelderlander Vid
Percy - bay Gelderlander x Dales 6yo gelding
Percy is a 16.1hh 6 year old bay Gelderlander x Dales gelding. Ridden and driven in a snaffle, kind, quiet temperament. Goes single, pair, tandem or team. Lovely expressive paces, safe in traffic, easy to handle and do in all ways. Excellent dressage prospect. Only for sale as we can't find another horse to match his pace for a pair. DVD available.
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Hackney
FACTSColor: Brown, black, chestnut or bay
Region: England
Uses: Driving
Hight: Between 14hh to 15hh
The development of the Hackney breed matched, stride for stride, the improvement in both the quality of life and the use of public roadways in Britain. Prosperous farms, not nobility, were responsible for developing this high-tech carriage and riding horse. As noblemen were busying themselves with fox-hunters and Thoroughbred race horses, the wealthy farmers took to the roads to show off the tangible fruits of their labors. A pair of perfectly matched bays with elegant head carriage, trotting along smartly, their knees rising almost to their noses...ah, that was the proof of abundant crops, calves and lambs.
Haflinger
FACTSColor: Palomino, chestnut with flaxen mane and tale
Region: Southern Austrian Tyrol
Uses: Riding, pack, agriculture and driving
Hight: Average is 13.3hh
The Haflinger is an old breed of small horse that originated in the mountains of the Austrian Tyrol. The name comes from the village of Hafling, part of Austria prior to the end of World War I, but now, located in Italy. The beginning of today's Haflinger can be traced to the year 1874 out of a refined, native Tyrolean mare and sired by the half-Arab stallion and half Alpine Pony.
Hanoverian
FACTSColor: All solid colors
Region: Germany
Uses: Competition
Hight: Between 15hh to 16hh
The Hanoverian is a noble, correctly proportioned warmblood horse with natural balance, impulsion and elegant, elastic movements characterized by a floating trot, a round rhythmic canter, and a ground-covering walk. The breed's historic home is in today's state of Lower Saxony, in northern Germany, the former Kingdom of Hanover where a flourishing horse-breeding industry has existed for 400 years. The Hanoverian has dispersed to all five continents and represents today one of the most prominent breeds of riding horses in the world.
Highland
FACTSColor: Shades of brown, gray, black or dun
Region: Scottish Highlands and Islands
Uses: Riding, agriculture and driving
Hight: Average is 14.2hh
The Highland Pony has been and remains, one of the truest British native types. The breed has a long recorded history and proven pedigrees that date back to the 1880's. Two hundred years ago it was the universal workhorse throughout the highlands and islands of Scotland, and even in the borders of Scotland where it had a close affinity with the now extinct Galloway. Because of the isolation of the highland glens and islands in the 18th and 19th century many sub-types arose such as the Islay, Rhum, Mull and Barra strains, and it is also apparent that the Eriskay was also regarded as a Gocon(Gaelic - Lark) or lighter type of Highland Pony like the closely related Barra and Mull Gocans.
Hispano-Arab
FACTSColor: Most solid colors
Region: Spain and Portugal
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 15hh to 16hh
Holstein
FACTSColor: All solid colors
Region: Germany
Uses: Competition, including driving
Hight: Between 16 to 17hh
The Holstein horse is the product of systematic breeding that has been ongoing in the northermost province of Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, for 750 years.
Originally the horse was valued by German farmers for his strength, steadiness and reliability, and by the military for his courage and agility. The age of mechanization and conditions in post war Germany necessitated a new direction for the breed. The Holstein developed into one of the great German sporting horses, particularly suited for jumping, dressage, driving and eventing. This was accomplished through careful infustion of English Thoroughbred and Anglo Norman blood which added elegance, refinement and jumping ability to the superior character of the Holstein foundation stock.
Hunter
FACTSColor: All colors
Region: Ireland, UK and USA
Uses: Hunting
Hight: Variable
Icelandic
FACTSColor: 15 recognized colors. See the picture on the right of one color
Region: Iceland
Uses: Riding, agriculture and pack
Hight: Between 12.3hh to 13.2hh
The Icelandic horse is descended from horses brought to Iceland by settlers over eleven centuries ago. Comparison between the Icelandic horse, at the time of the settlement of Iceland, and ancient Norwegian and German horses show them to have similar bone structure. Some consider it likely that there was a separate species of horse, Ecuus scandianavicus, found in these areas. These horses were later crossed with other European breeds, except in Iceland where it remained relatively pure. Some have said that the Icelandic horse is related to the Shetland but the Icelandic has a genotype which is very different from other European horse populations.
Jutland
FACTSColor: Chestnut
Region: Denmark
Uses: Agriculture, draft
Hight: Between 15.2hh to 16hh
The Jutland is Denmark's own breed of heavy horse. Its ancestors have been bred on the Jutland peninsula since the middle ages and before. Selection for the breed as it appears today began around 1850. One of the greatest contributions to the success of the breed came from the stallion Oppenheim who was imported from England in 1862. Oppenheim was Shire and Suffolk. Six generations later the stallion Aldrup Menkedal, who is considered the foundation stallion of the breed, was born. Almost all Jutland breeding can now be traced back to Hovding and Prins af Jylland, two of his sons.
Kladruber
FACTSColor: White or Black
Region: Czechoslovakia
Uses: Riding and harness
Hight: Between 16hh to 17hh
Kladruber stud was found in 1579 by the Emperor of Rome and the Czech King Rudolf II. The foundation charter is on display at the Slatinany Hippologic Museum.
The stud was based mainly on imported Spanish and Italian horses, crossed with Neapolitane, Danish, Holstein, Irish, heavier Czech and Oldenburg horses. All of breeds used had some Andalusian breeding in their pedigree.
The Kladruber stud was located at the Perlstein stables where horses had been bred by Maxmilian II for the previous 20 years.
Knabstrup
FACTSColor: White with black or brown spots
Region: Denmark
Uses: Riding and circus work
Hight: Between 15hh to 16hh
The Knabstrup originated in Denmark. It traces back to the age of the Vikings.
The original size of the Knabstrup horse was about 14.3 hands. It had clean, dry limbs; large, strong hind quarters; and a small, refined head. Basic qualities included an easy and tractable temperament, and these horses were know for their speed and endurance. Since 1100 A.D. the principal lines of distribution extended rapidly when China opened its borders for trade. The Chinese used spotted horses to transport silk and other articles. Part of their main route crossed through France and Spain, which is interesting as the spotted horses were among the earliest to be taken to the Americas.
Lipizzaner
FACTSColor: White and sometimes bay
Region: Austrian-Hungarian Empire
Uses: Riding and harness
Hight: Between 15hh to 16hh
The Lipizzaner trace their history back to the early 1560's when the finest Arab blood was introduced and fused with the local athletic Spanish horses during the Moorish occupation of Spain. Interest in the art of classical riding revived during the Renaissance period when the Spanish horse was considered the most suitable mount because of his exceptional sturdiness, beauty and intelligence.
Maximillian II brought the Spanish horses to Austria about 1562 and founded the court stud at Kladrub. His brother, Archduke Charles established a similar stud with Spanish stock in 1580 at Lipizzaner in Slovenia near the Adriatic Sea. From the Lipizza stud farm, came the name Lipizzaner. Both studs flourished, the Kladrub stud became known for its heavy carriage horses while the Lipizza stud produced riding horses and light carriage horses. However, the two studs were linked closely and on occasion exchanged breeding stock. The Kladrub stud produced Maestoso and Favory, two of the foundation sires of today's Lipizzaner.
Lundy Pony
FACTSColor: Mainly shades of dun or bay
Region: UK
Uses: Riding
Hight: Up to 13.2hh
Lusitano
FACTSColor: Gray, bay or mulberry
Region: Portugal
Uses: High School riding and general riding
Hight: Average is 15.2hh
The Lusitano is found in Portugal. These horses are very similar in conformation to the Andalusian horses of Spain. The two breed are thought to have originated from a common source but selection in the Lusitano has resulted in a more convex profile reminiscent of the old Andalusian or Iberian horse whereas the Andalusian as developed a more Oriental head shape.
Since setting up their own Stud Book, the Portuguese have been able to make great strides in monitoring and improving the breeding program. Having been sought after over the centuries as a war horse, the same genetic abilities enable the Lusitano to be the perfect horse for mounted bullfighting in Portugal. In Portugal the bulls are not killed in the bullring so the horse must be very agile and still remain calm.
Marwari
FACTSColor: All colors
Region: India
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 14.3hh to 15hh
An elegant medium height, strong horse with track record of bravery and loyalty in the battle fields of medieval period. Now famous for traveling long distances, have strong feet and hoof, has his home in the area called "Malani" which is part of Barmer district of Marwari, in the villages namely Nagar, Gudha, Jasol, Sindhari, Bakhasar and some areas of Sanchor Tehsil. These areas are said to be the nucleus of the breed Marwari Horse. The nearby Pali and Jalore districts have some famous breeders of Marwari breed. The others who are fond of Marwari Horse have taken it to the districts of Udaipur, Jaipur, Ajmer and even to Gujarat and Kathiawar and to other states. The horse stock, of the breed is maintained for breeding, travel, marriage ceremonies and personal interest. A good number of Marwari Horse can be seen in fairs of Pushkar, Tilwara and Naguar.
Marwari Horse Vid
Missouri Foxtrotter
FACTSColor: Usually chestnut with white markings
Region: USA
Uses: Trail riding
Hight: Between 14hh to 16hh
The Easy Riding Versatile Breed Developed in the Ozarks
The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse was developed in the rugged Ozark hills during the 19th century by settlers who needed easy riding, durable mounts that could travel long distances at a sure-footed, ground consuming gait.
Missouri achieved statehood in 1821 and the pioneers who poured across the Mississippi River and settled in the Ozarks came largely from Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia. Naturally they brought along saddle horses popular in those areas. It soon became apparent that horse able to perform the easy, broken gait called the Fox Trot were the most useful in the rocky, forest covered hills of the Ozarks and selective breeding for the Fox Trot gait began.
Mongolian Pony
FACTSColor: All solid colors
Region: Mongolia
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 12hh to 13hh
The Mongolian horse is one of the most important and numerous breeds found among the indigenous horse breeds of China. They are distributed widely throughout the Northeast, North China and the Northwest, mainly in the high plains and highland areas. It is a dual-purpose horse, used primarily for riding and carting, but is also used for meat and milk production. The average wither height of males is 128 cm, females 127 cm, but body size varies with environmental conditions.
Morab
FACTSColor: All solid colors
Region: USA
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 15hh to 16hh
The myth that surrounds the Morab most often is their status as a breed. A lot of people misunderstand and consider a Morab a part-bred while others have termed them half-breeds. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Morabs (the get of an Arabian/Morgan breeding) are not half-Morgans or half-Arabian horses. They are Morabs, a breed. The fact that Morabs have the proven ability to transmit their distinguishing characteristics with a high degree of certainty to their progeny puts this misnomer to rest. Only foundation stock or first generation Morabs possess both Morab registration and 1/2 Arab or 1/2 Morgan registries. Thus making them a triple registered animal. Succeeding generations are then bred Morab to Morab to ensure the growth of the breed.
Morgan
FACTSColor: Bay, black, brown or chestnut
Region: USA
Uses: Riding and harness
Hight: Between 14hh to 15.2hh
Justin Morgan was a living legend. In the manner of so many heroes, he began as an unremarkable colt and became the father of an entire breed of horses recognized for quality and dependability.
Born in 1789, Justin Morgan started life as a small, rough-coated colt known as "Figure." In 1791, he left his birthplace in Springfield, Massachusetts with his new owner, the soft-spoken schoolteacher Justin Morgan, by whose name the stallion eventually became known. Although his breeding was unknown (thought to be of Dutch, Thoroughbred, or Arabian breeding), the quality of Justin Morgan's ancestry showed in his straight clean legs; deep muscling over his quarters and shoulders; and fine, intelligent head with large expressive eyes and short, pricked ears. Add to these the quality of his movement, a thick but silky mane and tail, and a clean-cut throatlatch, and you have the conformation of the ideal light horse. Despite these fine qualities, Justin Morgan's lack of size was such that his debt-ridden owner found no buyers on their journey north to Randolph Center, Vermont. It was simply fate that no one but, his new owner realized what a little giant he was.
Mustang
FACTSColor: Roan, dun, cream, gray or other colors
Region: Western USA
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 13.2hh to 15hh
The Mustang is a feral horse found now in the western United States. The name Mustang comes from the Spanish word mesteño or monstenco meaning wild or stray. Originally these were Spanish horses or their descendants but over the years they became a mix of numerous breeds. These were the horses which changed the lives of the Native Americans living in or near the Great Plains. As European settlers came farther west they brought their horses with them. Some were lost to Indian raids, others were freed as wild stallions tore down fences to add the tame mares tn his herd or tame horse escaped from settlers as the original horses had escaped from the Spanish. Draft breeding was among the horses which added to the Mustang herds. Also the Indians bartered and captured horses between tribes, making the distribution more complete.
New Forest
FACTSColor: All colors except part-colors
Region: England
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 12.2hh to 14.2hh
Named for the forest in southern England, where this breed originated, the New Forest pony is one of the recognized breeds of mountain and moorland ponies of the British Isles. They are noted for intelligence, strength, versatility and a quiet, willing-to-please temperament. Of all the native British pony breeds, New Foresters are the least afraid of man.
New Forest ponies range -in size up to 14.2 hh and while there's no official lower limit, they seldom go below 12 hh. Bay, brown and grey are the most prominent colors and chestnuts, roans and blacks are also seen. Limited white markings are allowed on the head and legs. (Blue-eyed cream, piebalds and skewbalds are not permitted).
Nonius
FACTSColor: Predominantly Bay
Region: Hungary
Uses: Riding and harness
Hight: Between 14.3hh to 16.2hh
Oldenburg
FACTSColor: Normally brown, bay or black
Region: Germany
Uses: Competition, including harness
Hight: Between 16hh to 17hh
Of all the horses registered with the German Equestrian Federation in 1987, approximately 8 percent were Oldenburgs. The Oldenburg registry represents one of the top lines in Germany. The percentages are somewhat skewed as to Oldenburgs, due to the fact that the region in which these horses are bred is a small one and therefore produces fewer absolute quantities of horses than other registries. While representing the smallest breeding area in Germany, Oldenburg is nevertheless one of the most important.
Orlov Trotter
FACTSColor: Gray, black or bay
Region: Russia
Uses: Carriage and harness racing
Hight: Average is 16hh
The Orlov Trotter was developed by A.G. Orlov at Khrenov stud beginning sometime between 1775 and 1784. The first date is that of the establishment of the Khrenov stud while the latter is that of the birth of Bars I, the progenitor of the modern pedigree Orlov. Arabian horses were crossed with the Dutch, Danish and Mecklenburg harness breeds. The Orlov evolved under the natural conditions of Voroezh region, characteristic of central Russia, and used natural pastures in the flood plain of the Bityug river. The combination of stable and pastures produced a breed with good action and adaptability to various management conditions. It thus became possible to spread the breed beyond the limits of Voronezh region to different climatic zones of the country, from Poltava to Perm regions, from Pskov to Kurgan regions and from Kirgizia to Altai territory. The Orlov is also taken to the mountain regions east of Lake Baikal as the principal improver of the native breeds.
Palomino
FACTSColor: See the picture to the right
Region: Universal
Uses: Riding
Hight: Any hight
The modern day Palomino Horse has a legacy to follow and a promise to fulfill. This golden horse, who was the choice of ancient emperors, kings and queens, the beloved steed in Greek mythology, the subject of artists' canvas, the pride of Queen Isabella's Spanish court, the treasured mount of ancient tribes and companion of the Conquistadors, is still with us today. He was tamed by the Indians of the Southwest, rediscovered by today's horse lover, made a star on the "Silver Screen" and exhibited at horse shows throughout the world.
Percheron
FACTSColor: Gray or Black
Region: France
Uses: Broadly agriculture
Hight: Between 16.2hh and 17hh
The exact origins of the Percheron have been lost over time. Some believe they are descendants of the original horses found in the region during the Ice Age, others that he is closely related to the Boulonnais horse used in the Roman invasion of Brittany. Still others believe the breed is from Abd el Rahman's Arab stallions or part of the horses used by the invading Moors at the battle of Poitiers which were divided among the victorious French forces. Regardless of these ancient beginnings it is known that at two points in history the native mares of the Le Perche region of France were mated with Arab stallions, first during the eighth century and later during the Middle Ages. By the time of the crusades the Percheron was widely recognized as outstanding for his substance and soundness, as well as for his characteristic beauty and style.
Pinto
FACTSColor: See the picture on the right
Region: Universal
Uses: Riding
Hight: Variable
The Pinto horse is a color breed in contrast to most other breeds which are defined by their genetic ancestry. In America, the Pinto is regarded as a proper breed. Pintos have a dark background coloring and upon this color random patches of white. The Pinto coloration may occur in any breed or specific conformation. However, the Pinto Horse Assocation of America does not accept horses with Appaloosa, Draft, or mule breeding or characteristics. In the American west, the Pinto has traditionally been regarded as a horse the American Indian favored as a war horse since its coloring provided a natural camouflage.
Pinto Video
Here is a video of a Pinto.
12 week old American Paint Pinto Coloured Colt
12 week old American Paint foal. DNA tested homozygous tobiano and homozygous for the black gene. Double registration in American Paint Horse Association (APHA) and Pinto Horse Association (PtHA). At 12 weeks old, he is very tall and is getting close to being as tall as his dam. He should mature well over 15HH. He is being offered for sale by the owner of the dam. Visit http://CTarabians.com Cross Timbers Arabians and Pintos website sales list to view pedigree, photos and more information.
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Poitevin
FACTSColor: Mostly dun
Region: France
Uses: Mule breeding
Hight: About 16hh
Polo Pony
FACTSColor: All colors
Region: Argentina, USA and UK
Uses: Polo
Hight: Average is 15.1hh
Przewalski Horses
FACTSColor: Sand dun with a black mane and tale
Region: Mongolia and World Zoo's
Uses: Not domesticated
Hight: Average is 13hh
The Przewalski horse (Equus przewalski poliakov) is the last remaining wild species of horses. All other horses are either domesticated or descended from horses which were once domesticated. Until the mid-1990's the Przewalski was extinct in the wild, exterminated by hunters. Through efforts of the Przewalski Foundation in the Netherlands and breeding preserves in Askania Nova, Ukraine, in 1992 two combined breeding groups of Przewalski horses were reintroduced to Mongolia with the ultimate plan to reintroduce the animals to the open steppe.
Quarter Horse
FACTSColor: Mostly chestnut, but also solid colors
Region: USA
Uses: Riding and driving
Hight: About 15hh
The principle development of the Quarter Horse was in the southwestern part of the United States in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, eastern Colorado, and Kansas. Some breed historians have maintained that it is the oldest breed of horses in the United States and that the true beginning of the Quarter Horse was in the Carolinas and Virginia. Nye1 has suggested that the Chickasaws secured from the Indians were the true beginning of the Quarter Horse. These were small blocky horses, probably of Spanish extraction, which the planters secured from the Indians, and which were adapted for a variety of uses. The colonists were quite interested in short races, and it was only natural that they should have attempted to increase the speed of their horses; to this end some of the best early Thoroughbreds that were brought to the United States included the horse Janus, brought to the United States before the English Stud Book was established, were instrumental in the improvement of these local running horse. Later Imp. Sir Archy and other Thoroughbred stallions were used.
Riding Pony
FACTSColor: All colors except part-colors
Region: England
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 12.2hh to 14.2hh
Sable Island
FACTSColor: Chestnut, bay, brown, black or gray
Region: Sable Island and Nova Scotia
Uses: Semi-feral
Hight: Between 14hh to 15hh
Saddlebred
FACTSColor: Most solid colors
Region: USA
Uses: Riding and harness
Hight: Average is 16hh
The America Horse was first mentioned in official government correspondence in 1776.
It has been written that Paul Revere's mount for his famous ride was a Narraganset Pacer, a breed which was important in the development of the Saddlebred.
Also, in the Revolutionary War, American cavalry decisively defeated British regulars at King's Mountain, South Carolina. These farmers and frontiersmen were mounted on American Horses.
American Horses accompanied pioneers following Daniel Boone through the Cumberland Gap into Kentucky. These animals were seed stock, making Kentucky a major horse producing state.
In the War of 1812, similarly mounted Kentuckians ranged from Michigan to Illinois to fight the British and their Indian allies.
Selle Francais
FACTSColor: Mostly Chestnut, but other solid colors as well
Region: Normandy and France
Uses: Competition riding
Hight: Average is 16hh
The Selle Francais is the epitome of what a sport horse should be, athletic, strong, good bone and muscle, intelligent with a tractable disposition. Primarily known for its excellence in show jumping, the versatile Selle Francais also excels in dressage and eventing.
Through an intensive and aggressive breeding program, the French have, over the past several decades, created this extraordinary breed by selectively crossing their sturdy native horses with Thoroughbred stallions. Judicious introduction of the French AngloArab and French Trotter has added brilliance, agility and energy to the breed.
Shetland
FACTSColor: Preferably black and most other colors
Region: Shetland Island and now universal
Uses: Riding, driving and circus work
Hight: Average is 14inch at the wither
Perhaps the oldest breed of horse in Britain is the Shetland Pony. Named after the islands where it originated, it is now one of the most popular ponies in the world. The little Shetland is probably so shaggy because it was conditioned by its environment. The Shetland Islands, lying off the northern coast of Scotland, are mostly barren and have a harsh climate. For many centuries the Shetland Pony lived in the open, protected from the elements only by this thick hair, long mane, and forelocks. The Shetland Islanders domesticated the ponies to do useful work for them. The pony carried peat down from the bogs to the cottages for use as fuel. They also hauled seaweed up from the shore to the fields to be used as fertilizer.
Shire
FACTSColor: Black, brown, bay or gray
Region: Midlands of England
Uses: Agriculture and heavy draft
Hight: Between 16hh to 19hh
The origin of the Shire breed is lost in the mists of antiquity, as is the case with many breeds, but we do have a pretty fair notion from whence he cometh.
Sir Walter Gilbey, an early authority on the breed, had this to say on the introduction to Volume 1 of the stud book.
"The Shire horse is the purest survival of an early type which was spoken of by medieval writers as the 'Great Horse.' If this horse did not originate in England, this country at a very early date acquired a widespread reputation for producing it. Indeed, the English 'Great Horse' seems to have been a native development of that British 'War Horse' whose strength, courage and aptitude for discipline are spoken of in high terms by the -chroniclers of the Roman legions at their first landing upon these shores.
Standardbred
FACTSColor: All solid colors
Region: Eastern USA
Uses: Harness racing
Hight: Between 15.3hh to 16hh
The Standardbred horse is considered to be the fastest harness horse in the world. Harness racing has been a passion in the United States since the early 1800's. Then, the Morgan horse reigned as the supreme harness horse. But an event occurring in 1849 ended the Morgan Dynasty. This event was the foaling of a horse named Hambletonian 10, the foundation sire of the Standardbred horse. The breed gains its name from the fact that a horse must meet a certain "standard" of either timed speed at the mile or breeding in order to be properly registered. The increased brilliance of the Standardbred breed itself has reduced times for the mile by a minute -- down 30 percent from the original record.
Suffolk Punch
FACTSColor: Chestnut
Region: England
Uses: Agriculture, heavy draft
Hight: About 16hh
Today's best known breeds of draft horses are said to date back to the great war horses of Medieval times. But while these great titans clashed in mortal combat, the quiet farmers of eastern England went about developing their own breed of heavy horse, the Suffolk Punch. This one breed, is today the least known to Americans, and yet has perhaps more qualities appealing to the American breeder than any of the better known breeds of draft horses.
The homeland of the Suffolk horses was Norfolk and Suffolk counties. It was bordered on the north, east, and south by the North Sea, and on the west by the Fens. Isolated from their neighbors, the farmers of Suffolk independently developed breeds of livestock to fit their special way of life. To plow the heavy clay soil they needed an agricultural horse with not only power but stamina, health, longevity, and docility. So these fine husbandmen produced the Suffolk horse and bred into him the attributes that fulfilled their needs.
Sumba
FACTSColor: Dun with dorsal eel-stripes
Region: Indonesia
Uses: Riding and pack
Hight: Average is 12.2hh
Tarpan
FACTSColor: Mouse dun
Region: Formerly Ukranian steppes
Uses: Not domesticated
Hight: Average is 13hh
# What is a Tarpan?
The Tarpan is a prehistoric wild horse type.
# Where did they live?
The Tarpan ranged from Southern France and Spain eastward to central Russia. Cave drawings of Tarpan horses can be found in France and Spain, and artifacts showing this breed can be found in Southern Russia where this horse was domesticated by Scythian nomads in about 3000 B.C.
# Is the Tarpan horse extinct?
The original wild Tarpan died out during the late 1800's. The last Tarpan horse died an a Ukranian game preserve at Askania Nova in 1876.
# Why did they die out?
When their natural forest and steppe habitat was destroyed to make room for more people, they came into conflict with farmers who did not want the wild Tarpans eating their crops or stealing their tame mares.
The farmers in Eastern Europe treated the Tarpan in much the same manner as mustangs and wild burros are treated in the United States today.
Tennessee Walker
FACTSColor: Black or chestnut
Region: USA
Uses: Pleasure riding
Hight: Between 15hh to 16hh
Over one hundred years ago, in the Middle Basin of Tennessee, a unique breed was created - the Tennessee Walking Horse. The early settlers of this region who came from Virginia, the Carolinas and other surrounding states, brought with them fine Standardbreds, Morgans, Thoroughbreds, Canadian and Narrangansett Pacers. By combining the traits of these great horse families, the foundation was laid for the Tennessee Walker who developed distinctive qualities of its own.
The most prominent characteristic of Tennessee Walkers is their swift and smooth "running walk." This gait is inherited and cannot be taught to a horse who does not possess it naturally. It is a square four-beat gait with a gliding motion, and a bobbing of the head and swinging of the ears accompany each step. Some Walkers are even known to snap their teeth in time. When performing the running walk, these horses will overstride, placing the back hoof ahead of their forehoof print. Traveling at speeds from 6 to 12 miles per hour, Walkers can sustain this gait for long distances without fatigue to themselves or their passengers.
The Pasos
FACTSColor: Any color, but mostly boy or chestnut
Region: South America
Uses: Riding
Hight: Between 14hh to 15hh
Thoroughbred
FACTSColor: All solid colors
Region: England and now universal
Uses: Racing and competition
Hight: Between 15 to 16hh.
The term Thoroughbred describes a breed of horse whose ancestry traces back to three foundation sires -- the Darley Arabian, the Godolphin Arabian and the Byerly Turk.
Named after their respective owners -- Thomas Darley, Lord Godolphin and Captain Robert Byerly -- these three stallions were brought to England from the Mediterranean Middle East around the turn of the 17th century and bred to the stronger, but less precocious, native horse.
The result was an animal which could carry weight with sustained speed over extended distances, qualities which brought a new dimension to the burgeoning, aristocratically-supported, sport of horse racing.
Timor
FACTSColor: Mostly bay
Region: Indonesia
Uses: Riding and pack
Hight: Average is 12hh
Trakehner
FACTSColor: Any solid color
Region: East Prussia and Germany
Uses: Competition
Hight: Average is 16hh
The Trakehner is a European warmblood horse of East Prussian origin, the foundation for which was laid at the main stud farm established in Trakehnen, East Prussia in 1732. The breed's name is derived from this world-famous farm, and the bloodlines can be traced back to this source. At the beginning, the horse was a stocky, strong native animal which needed size and refinement. The really important and decisive development of the breed, therefore, occurred in the early 1800's when top quality English Thoroughbred and Arabian blood began to be introduced in small quantities. The goal of the breeding programs then became directed toward breeding a better endurance horse which would prove himself not only highly efficient as a riding horse during wartimes, but also as a working horse on East Prussian farms during times of peace. The object, ultimately, was to add the size, nerve, spirit and endurance of the Thoroughbred to the bulk, stability and nobility of the native breed. Further refinement in the breed came with the addition of Arabian blood.
Welsh Cob
FACTSColor: All colors except part-colors
Region: Wales
Uses: Riding, driving and farm
Hight: Between 13.2hh to 15hh
No wonder in these days of rising costs and enforced economy the Welsh Cob becomes more and more popular as he gets better known. He is an "all-rounder" - equally suitable for riding or driving. Moreover he is healthy, hardy and strong, living out all the year round.
For the average horse-loving family he answers the longing for something easy to manage and keep. He meets the needs of young and old alike. He has the warm-blooded lovable pony nature - active, kind, intelligent and willing. He has no pampered background. Throughout the ages he has flourished and worked on the small Welsh farm sharing in the often poverty-stricken conditions that prevailed. This was the sort of life that has made him what he is.
Welsh Mountain Pony
FACTSColor: Any colors except part-colors
Region: Wales
Uses: Riding and driving
Hight: Average is 12hh
The original home of the Welsh Mountain pony was in the hills and valleys of Wales. He was there before the Romans. His lot was not an easy one. Winters were severe. Vegetation was sparse. Shelter, most often, was an isolated valley or a clump of bare trees. Yet the Welsh pony managed not only to survive, but to flourish.
Led by proud stallions, bands of mares and their foals roamed in a semi-wild state, climbing mountains, leaping ravines, running over rough terrain. This sort of existence insured perpetuation of the breed through only the most hardy of stock. Hence, the development of a pony with a remarkable soundness of body, a tremendous endurance, and a high degree of native intelligence.
Wurttemberg
FACTSColor: Brown, bay, chestnut or black
Region: Germany
Uses: Competitions
Hight: Average is 16.2hh
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