Exmoor Pony
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One of the oldest breeds of pony, the Exmoor is a robust little animal, built hardy to withstand extreme temperatures and weather. A favorite of adults and children alike due to their strength and gentle nature.
Origins
The oldest and purest of the native British pony breeds, the Exmoor pony comes from the moors in Southwest England known as Exmoor. These ponies are thought to have come to Britain before it was an island.
Used for herding and tending livestock these ponies have are robust and rugged from years of surviving and working under harsh weather conditions.
Today the Exmoor is a rare breed. Because of this they are protected, and two herds are maintained by Exmoor National Park in the hopes of keeping them in their natural habitat and grow the breed to less dangerous numbers.
Features
11.2 - 12.3 hands
Summer coat is sleek but winter coat is a double layer to insulate from the elements
Hooded-eye - a heavy upper brow to protect eyes from the elements
Snow-chute- a collection of short, thick hairs at the top of the tail designed to channel rain away from the body.
Physique
Head is small with a broad forehead
Eyes are large and bright
Body is deep with a wide barrel
Legs are short and clean, feet are hard and well shaped
Traditional Colors:
Always Black bay or mahogany bay with a Mealy / Pangare gene which expresses in light colored soft parts (i.e. muzzle, belly and eyes)
Temperament
Are bright and even tempered
Quick and surefooted
Quick learners
Fantastic jumping ability
Pros:
Willing, able and eager to please
Cons:
Strong and stubborn, they possess a true pony spirit
Use
Herding and agricultural use
Driving pony
Show pony
Long distance pony
Helpful Links
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Exmoor Pony Society
OK State
Exmoor Pony Centre
Exmoor Pony Association International
Where to Buy
Equine Tourism
Marilyn Exmoor Pony Farms
Exmoor Pony Studs
Exmoor Pony Art
Kathryn Dalziel
Judith Ingram Art
Susan Ferguson Prints
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