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Model # P1159
Shown in Bay
The New Forest Pony, developed
in an area of woodlands in southern England, known as the New Forest
region. The wild pony was first recorded in
the 11th century in
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regional documents. After 1075, this
geographic area was used by William The Conqueror as his private
hunting reserve and other horse breeds were allowed to roam free
in the region, breeding with the local ponies. Late, deliberate
attempts were made to upgrade the wild ponies of this region at
various times in history. As an example, in 1852, Queen Victoria
instructed that Arabian Stallions be released into the New Forest
region for 8 years, to breed with the mares, and upgrade the pony
stock. Additionally, other breeds, such as the Dartmoor, Exmoor,
Welsh, and Highland ponies were crossed into the local stock. The
present day New Forest Pony only developed in the nineteenth century,
after the introduction of cross-breeding with these other full blood
breeds. Today, the New Forest Pony still runs wild in this small
area of Great Britain.
The New Forest Pony is the second largest native pony. He has a
narrow frame and stands between 12 and 14 hands high at the withers.
He has a well proportioned large head with broad profile, small
eyes and flaring nostrils. He has a stout muscular neck, long straight
back and sturdy well-muscled legs. He is a willing and docile pony,
well suited for riding or for driving in harness, making him very
popular today.
The North Light model of the New Forest Pony is well-balanced and
elegant. Shown standing with head slightly turned and a gently arched
neck.
Size: Height 5 1/2", Length 6 3/4"
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