German Riding Pony
Intro
Also called the Deutsches Reitpony & Weser-Ems Pony, the German Riding Pony is a relatively new breed that was developed as a pony with horse like characteristics and retaining a horse type. They are often described as mini warmbloods.
Origins
They were developed by crossing Welsh, Connemara, New Forest, Dulmen, Arabian & Anglo-Arabian bloodlines. The resulting pony is elegant with clean confirmation and lively action. Today they are their own breed and new blood is no longer added to their studbooks.
Features
Average height 13.2 – 14.2 hands
Physique
There is no distinct types so individual animals vary in shape & size.
Traditional Colors
Most solid colors
Temperament
Warm and willing
Intelligent and able
Use
Sport pony
Riding pony
German Riding Pony Products
Helpful Links
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German Riding Pony Breeders Association
Where to Buy
Through Connections German Riding Ponies
Pepperknoll Farm
Whispered Wish Weser-ems
German Riding Pony Studs
Through Connections German Riding Ponies
Fox Creek Farms