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highland pony

The Highland Pony
HIGHLAND PONY

Originally, there were two strains. The mainland pony called the Garron (at around 14.2) and a smaller strain from the Western Isles. Cross breeding has standardised the breed.   
 
Origin: Western Isles and mainland of Scotland.
Colour: Dun, with a dorsal stripe, also grey/black and brown.
Height: 13 - 14.2 hands.
Conformation: Neat head, deep stocky body, strong short feathered legs, hard feet, luxurious mane and tail.
Character: Quiet, responsive, trusting.
Uses: Riding, deer-stalking.

Highland Pony Society
22 York Place
Perth
PH2 8EH
Tel/Fax: 01738 451 861



Native breeds of the British Isles