Guizhou Pony
Name:
Guizhou Pony
Lifespan:
20-30+ years
Height:
11.2 h.h.
Apperance:
The body is short and low (closer to the ground), the head is well-formed with active ears, a slender neck, smooth withers; the hind is prominent, while the shoulder is somewhat sloped; the legs are stout and stable, giving them the ability to trot smoothly; the hooves are hard, which is perfect to travel through the rocky terrains.
Colors:
Brown (predominant color); also found in black, bay, chestnut, dun, and gray.
Markings:
Yes
Aptuide:
Riding, Driving, Working, Pack
Where from:
China
Facts:
In the 1950s, a few other equine breeds from other countries were imported though, but failed to serve much for the purpose. Thus, the Guizhou ponies continued to be purely bred.
This breed is made of two different types of equines, with one being more suited for riding purposes, while the other variety being stronger, and usually used as a pack animal. Till date, it is a very common breed, found all over China, especially in the region where it was developed.
The Guizhou ponies were developed in the region of Guizhou in China, which is a mountainous province.
Super fact:
The hoof of the Guizhou pony is so tough and solid that horse shoe is not necessary even in the hard, rocky terrains.
Guizhou Pony
Lifespan:
20-30+ years
Height:
11.2 h.h.
Apperance:
The body is short and low (closer to the ground), the head is well-formed with active ears, a slender neck, smooth withers; the hind is prominent, while the shoulder is somewhat sloped; the legs are stout and stable, giving them the ability to trot smoothly; the hooves are hard, which is perfect to travel through the rocky terrains.
Colors:
Brown (predominant color); also found in black, bay, chestnut, dun, and gray.
Markings:
Yes
Aptuide:
Riding, Driving, Working, Pack
Where from:
China
Facts:
In the 1950s, a few other equine breeds from other countries were imported though, but failed to serve much for the purpose. Thus, the Guizhou ponies continued to be purely bred.
This breed is made of two different types of equines, with one being more suited for riding purposes, while the other variety being stronger, and usually used as a pack animal. Till date, it is a very common breed, found all over China, especially in the region where it was developed.
The Guizhou ponies were developed in the region of Guizhou in China, which is a mountainous province.
Super fact:
The hoof of the Guizhou pony is so tough and solid that horse shoe is not necessary even in the hard, rocky terrains.