Welsh Mountain Ponies are an achient breed of horse. Evidence suggests
that the roots of this breed can be traced back to 1600 BC in the Britist Isles during the
Roman era. It's said that the Romans brought eastern stock with them and bred these
horse with the native Welsh horses. More recently Arab and Barbhorse were used to enhance
the breed. Overall, Welsh Mountain ponies are a mixture of beauty an hardiness.
According to the Welsh Pony & Cob Society, within this breed are four distinct
types: Section A Welsh Mountain Pony, Section B Welsh Pony, Section C Welsh Pony of
Cob Type, and Section D Welsh Cob.
Type A and B Ponies have the same characteristics. They both hold pony
characteristics and have a small head, bold eyes, and strong hindquarters. They can
be any color, except piebald and skewbald. The main difference between the two is
that Section B Ponies are slighty larger riding ponies. Section A Mountain Ponies
may not exceed 12.2 hands (50inches, 127cm) while Section B Ponies may
not exceed 13.2 hands (54inches, 137cm) in the UK and 14.2 hands
(58inches, 147cm) in the U.S with no lower limit.
Section C and D are cobs, which are hardier and compact. Traditionally, Welsh
Cobs were used for heavy work in farms and during the war were in high demand to pull
heavy equipment and artillery for the British Army. The Section C Welsh Pony of Cob
Type may not exceed 13.2 hands (54inches, 137cm) high. Section C
shares some of the refined riding qualities of the ponies while also being sturdy and
strong like the cob. Section D Welsh Cob is the largest type within the breed
with a minimum of 13.2 hands (.54 inches, 137 cm) high and no upper limit.
Because of their size and disposition, Welsh Ponies are popular riding ponies for
children. They are also fine mounts for adults. Welsh Ponies and Cobs fill
many roles in competion and leisure and work. Welsh Ponies and Cobs are competitive
in carriage driving, hunting, dressage, and various horseshow activities. They are
also a fine companion with a couragous yet calm temperment and and are wonderful under a
saddle.
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Typical Breed Photo 1 Welsh Pony Type A
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Typical Breed Photo 2 Welsh Cob Type D
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