Australian pony

Name: Australian pony
Origin: Australia
Height: 120 - 140 cm
Color: white, bay, red, crow
Category: Pony

History of the Australian Pony breed

The Australian pony is a descendant of horses imported to Australia, mainly from southern Africa and Indonesia. Later he was a cross with Welsh Mountain Pony, Hackney Pony, Arabian Horse, Shetland Pony, Highland Pony and Connemara. They were then ennobled with Arab blood and Hungarian horses. The stud book was founded in 1931.

Body structure of the Australian pony breed

The head is typical for ponies, the neck is bent, set high. The chest is deep, the back slightly sloping. Limbs are short and strong with good joints. They are mostly whites or dirty whites, there may also be browns, reds or crows. They tend to be 120-140 cm at the withers.

Use of the Australian pony breed

The Australian pony is a versatile animal with good gaits. They excel in dressage and show jumping. They are suitable for gymkhana and other games in the saddle. They can also be used in chariotry.

Nature of the breed Australian pony

These ponies are good-natured, docile, hard-working. With its friendly nature, it is especially suitable for children. They are also intelligent, fiery and perceptive