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Pony and Miniature Horse Breeds |
| According to the international rules the distinguishing feature between a horse and a pony is height. Any animal whose height measured at the withers does not exceed 14 hands and two inches (58 inches) is considered a pony. Certain small breeds of horses, Arabian and Quarter horses, are considered horses, but they may be under the designated height. Polo ponies and cowponies may exceed 58 inches. There are a lot of recognized breeds of ponies. |
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Pony and Miniature Horse Breeds
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| Connemara |
Country of origin: Britain
The Connemara descended form the Celtic Pony. It was developed by adding Andalusian and Clydesdale blood, and recently Arabian. The Connemara is a sturdy, all-purpose pony used for riding. It stands 13-14.2 hands and comes in gray, bay, black, dun and brown colors.
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| Falabella Miniature Horse |
Country of origin: South America
The Falabella is really a miniature horse rather than a pony and is the smallest horse in the world. It was first bred in Argentina by crossing small Thoroughbreds with Shetland ponies. The Fallabella is not suitable for riding.
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| Shetland |
Country of origin: Britain
The Shetland pony come in two types: English and American. The english variety is a sturdy, strong and tireless draft type pony. The American type is a more slender. There also other varieties - miniature Shetland pony and show type Shetland pony.
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