Highland Pony for sale

The Highland Pony is one of nine breeds of ponies which are indigenous to Great Britain. This particular breed of pony has its foundation dating as late as the Ice Age. The highland pony is a tough Scottish breed, which serves a wide spectrum of purposes. Its lineage is most commonly traced to northern parts of Scotland and also the Scottish Islands.

The Highland pony, though small in size, is remarkably strong. The pony is on an average, 147.5 cm in height, when measured at the highest part of the back, located in between the two shoulder blades. Some might be shorter than 10 to 20.5 cm. The pony has a stocky and roundish body, with short, strong and muscular legs. This is the trademark of these ponies, and the short muscular legs are one of the reasons, why this breed is so sturdy and sure footed. The back is short but straight, giving way to a muscular and long neck. The head is short, compared to other breeds of horses, with closely set eyes, which are usually very expressive.

As the highland pony, has its ancestry in the Scottish highlands, it’s built is pretty much in concurrence with the terrain. Here, there is little need for speed, but a lot of necessity for a steady and sure footed gait. If you take a close look at the pony, you will see that this strong little animal can scale the most challenging of terrains, with ease and confidence. Another very endearing attribute of the Highland Pony, is its burnished coat, which can be of any hue, ranging from gray, brown, to black, or dun. The mane and tail comprises of silky, smooth hair and the tail is carried high. Over all, this animal is very endearing, both in its disposition and appearance. The pliable Highland Pony is mainly employed in farm work, which includes pulling carts, riding and cargo carrying. True to its energy and stability, the Highland Pony is indispensible when it comes to having a strong horse, around the farm.