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The Shetland pony or Sheltie is a Scottish breed of pony originating in the Shetland Islands in the north of Scotland. It may stand up to 107 cm (42 in) at the withers. [1] It has a heavy coat and short legs, is strong for its size, and is used for riding, driving, and pack purposes.
It is the most numerous pony breed in the United States; numbers in 1994 were estimated at over 50,000. It is one of two American pony breeds derived from the traditional Shetland, the other being the Pony of the Americas. [2]: 243 It was the principal influence on another Shetland-derived breed, the German Classic Pony. [3]: 176
Depending on the context, a pony may be a horse that is under an approximate or exact height at the 14.2hh withers, or a small horse with a specific conformation and temperament. Pages in category "Ponies"
Also known as the Assateague, to reflect the island where the breed originated, the Chincoteague pony has a mélange of Arabian, mustang, Shetland, and thoroughbred heritage.
And while it might be that these Shetland ponies were particularly small even for their breed, in general these ponies are smaller than your typical horse. Because of their small stature, most ...
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The Shetland Pony is a very small, robust breed of pony. Shetlands range in size from about 710 to 1070 mm, with an official maximum height at the withers (1200 mm for American Shetlands). Shetland Ponies have heavy coats and short legs, and are considered quite intelligent. They are a very strong breed, used for riding, driving, and pack purposes.
A Highland Pony, demonstrating the pony characteristics of sturdy bone, a thick mane and tail, a small head, and small overall size A Shetland pony shown in harness. A pony is a type of small horse, usually measured under a specified height at maturity.