Highland pony

Name: Highland pony
Origin: Scotland
Height: up to 145 cm
Colour: white, brown, raven
Category: Pony

History of the breed Highland pony

The breed has features of primitive horses and its ancestor was probably the Przewalski's horse. In the 16th century they interbred with French and Spanish horses, and in the 19th century with Hackneys, Fells and Dales ponies. There are also signs of Arabian thoroughbreds on them. There used to be two types of these ponies: a smaller one from the Western Isles and a larger one from the mainland. Today, these races have merged.

Physique of the Highland pony breed

The head is an attractive Arabian type, the neck is long with a crest. The back is short, the rump sloping and muscular. The limbs are shorter but firm with strong joints. The hooves are hard and of good quality. The coat may be white, brown or black, often with an eel stripe. White badges should be as small as possible. Cock height does not exceed 145 cm.

Use of the Highland pony breed

The Highland pony is a versatile animal used in agriculture, and in Scotland hunters use it to carry game they have caught. It is also a good riding pony for children, but can easily carry an adult.

The nature of the Highland pony breed

Highland ponies are hardy, mountain horses. They are hardy, strong and tough. They are slightly stubborn by nature, but friendly and hardworking.