Shire Horse Shetland Pony
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Shire horse shetland pony. The shire is a british breed of draught horse. Shetland ponies are tough little animals but they require the same care as larger horses. Shetlands were used for centuries as pack ponies on the islands carrying local produce such as peat and seaweed for fertiliser. It was used for farm work to tow barges at a time when the canal system was the principal means of goods transport and as a cart horse for road transport.
Shetland pony stallion with chocolate coloured coat and flaxen mane and tail. The average height is about 102 cm 40 inches. The shetland pony is one of the purest of the. One traditional use was for pulling brewer s drays for delivery of beer and some ar.
Shetland ponies for sale near hegins pa post free ad. It may stand up to 107 cm 42 in at the withers. We have lots of horses and ponies waiting to be rehomed throughout england and wales right now ranging from adult ridden and companion horses to youngsters who will need bringing on in their new homes. Discover shire horses for sale on america s biggest equine marketplace.
Relative to their size shetlands are one of the most powerful breeds of pony. Great leadline pony tadpole is a very cute loveable pony with lots of character. It has a heavy coat and short legs is strong for its size and is used for riding driving and pack purposes. Maximum height is 117 cm.
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Shetlands are known for their incredibly small size. The shetland pony is a scottish breed of pony originating in the shetland isles in the north of scotland. Find shetland ponies and other miniature ponies and horses for sale on equine now. Unlike other horses shetlands are not measured in hands.
Scott smudsky with the exception of certain dwarf ponies resulting from genetic mutation the shetland is the smallest breed of horse.