Name: Welsh pony section C and D
Origin: Great Britain
Height: section C up to 135 cm
Colour: white, brown, brindle, brindle, raven
Category: Pony
History of the breed Welsh Pony Section C and D
The Welsh pony sections C and D are the result of crossing section A with horses belonging to the Romans. Later, the Spanish horse, the Norfolk Trotter, the Hackneys and the Yorkshire Coach Horse were also used. The 4 stallions had a major influence on their development: Trotting Come, a trotter, True Briton, a cross between a trotter and an Arabian, Cymro Llwyd, also a cross between a trotter and an Arabian and the last was Alfonzo the Brave, a hackney. These gave their offspring trotting potential and a distinctive Arabian appearance. The difference between the two sections is only in height, section C being smaller.
Physique of the Welsh Pony breed sections C and D
The head is attractive, the neck is muscular and arched. The chest is deep, the shoulder blades sloping. The back is long and firm, the rump short, muscular with a high set tail. The limbs are shorter, firm with good joints and good hooves. The coat may be white, brown, pure or black. At the withers, the C section ponies are up to 135 cm, the D section has no restriction.
Use of the Welsh Pony breed sections C and D
Like the A and B sections, they are suitable for light driving and as riding ponies with children. They have a talent for a variety of sports and are often seen at pony shows.
Character of the breed Welsh pony sections C and D
Like its cousins, the Welsh Section C and D pony is affectionate, calm, intelligent and teachable. He is also good with young children.