Shetland Pony

Shetland Pony

The Shetland pony is a small pony developed in the Shetland Islands near Scotland. Though they are smallish in stature, ranging anywhere from 28 to 42 inches, they are highly intelligent and can be extremely useful in both riding and riving

Fast Facts

Height: 28 to 42 inches
Lifespan: 20 years
Distinguishing features: Sturdy build and thick coat
Originated: Shetland Islands

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Shetland ponies are primarily used in the United States as children's riding ponies. The Shetland is hardy and strong, due in part to the fact that their birthplace, the Shetland Islands, is a land of harsh weather conditions. They can be virtually any color, and are considered to be very gentle and good-natured, which is why they are perfect for children just learning to ride. Shetlands are also among the stronger of horses, able to pull as much as twice their own body weight.

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The Mahalo Top 7

Official Site: American Shetland Pony Club
Shetland Pony Stud Book Society: About the Breed
Wikipedia: Shetland Pony
Oklahoma State University: Shetland Pony
Equiworld: Shetland Pony
The Royal Welsh Show: The Shetland Pony Grand National
Video: Shetland Pony Identity Crisis (Time: 2:34)

Shetland Pony Background and Characteristics

Shetland Pony Society of North America: Shetland Pony Characteristics
My Pets: Shetland and Highland Ponies
Cowboy Frank: American Shetland Pony

Shetland Pony Rescue and Adoption

Shetland Pony Care and Special Needs

Shetland Miniature Show Pony: Basic Grooming
Aqua Articles: Caring For Your Shetland Pony
Newrider: How to Feed the Grass Kept Pony
eHow: How to Feed a Pony

Shetland Pony Health

Horsetalk: Laminitis and Founder
The Ultimate Horse Site: Deworming
USA Miniature Horse: Foaling Risk
Barefoot Horse: A Chronic Founder

Shetland Pony Blogs and Articles

WordPress Post: Freddie the Dog Takes Up Horseback Riding
Independent Mail: "Abused Shetland Pony Responding Well to Treatment"
BBC: Shetland Pony Feature
Daily Mail: "You Don't Foal Anyone Pretending to Be a Dog"
Horseshoes: The Journal of the American Shetland Pony Club

Shetland Pony Photos and Videos

Personal Ponies: Photos
Google Image Search: Pony
Yahoo! Image Search: Shetland Pony
Google & YouTube Video: Shetland Pony Search
YouTube: Shetland Pony with an Identity Crisis (Time: 2:34)
YouTube: The Joy of the Shetland Pony (Time: 1:29)

Shetland Pony History and Trivia

Kellas Shetland Ponies: History of the Shetland Breed
Creature Features: Shetland Ponies
Rare Breeds: Shetland Ponies
Visit Shetland: A Unique and Hardy Breed

Shetland Pony Related Merchandise

CafePress: Shetland Pony T-Shirts and Gifts
Yuckles: Shetland Pony Gifts
Amazon.com: The Shetland Pony | Sheltie the Shetland Pony

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