Ponies are generally independent in nature, are surefooted and can live in harsh environments. Most ponies are used for agricultural labor and as children s mounts. A light horse stands between 14.2 and 17 hands. Light horses have smooth gaits and are used to compete in equestrian sporting events such as racing, working cattle, jumping and dressage. These horses are very strong and heavily muscled, and were mainly bred for labor in cities and on farms.
Most heavy horses are coldbloods.
The only equine that does not fall easily into any of these categories is the Welsh Cob. The horse version of the Welsh Cob. Please contact our Webmaster . All rights reserved.