Native Pony Society

The Connemara Pony

 Originating from County Galway on the west cost of Ireland, this breed is popular all around the world and part-bred Connemaras have been regular competitors at FEI level Eventing, Dressage and Show Jumping. Elegant and hardy, they are famed for their athleticism, versatility and good nature - as well as its superb jumping ability. They are a compact, well-balanced pony of the riding type, with the ability to carry both adults and children of all ages. They suit all types of riders, from children to professionals, and excel in almost every discipline. With a great temperament and a natural hardiness, they are ideal for children and families.
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Height: up to 15hh
Colour: Grey, Black, Bay, Dun, Chestnut, Roan, Palomino, Cream.
Markings: No Pinto.

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The Dales Pony

A large native breed defined by its flashy, energetic action, these ponies make solid all-rounders due to their intelligent natures and versatility. Strong and hardy, they were used in both world wars as well as in the mining industry. A rare breed, they almost went extinct after the second world war and are now currently considered ‘critical’ by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. A good Dales pony is typically wide and powerful, with clean legs and feet and an alert and active disposition.

Height: 13.0hh - 14.2hh 
Colours: Black, Bay, Grey, Roan.
Markings: White star or snip, white only on hind legs and not extend above fetlock. 

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The Dartmoor Pony

Hailing from the south of England, these ponies have been living on the moors of Dartmoor since middle ages, making them a very hardy and resilient pony suitable for all weathers. They are ideal for almost all disciplines - be it as a childrens pony or your next Olympia winner.
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Height: Must not exceed 12.2hh
Colour: Bay, Black, Grey, Chestnut and Roan.
Markings: Minimal white (fetlock, star, snip) allowed, but excessive white (blaze, stockings etc) are not allowed. No pinto.

>> Breed Standard

The Exmoor Pony

Britains oldest Native breed, this endangered pony was historically used by hill farmers and is well adapted to the low quality moorland grazing of their home. Like most other natives, they make good all-round family ponies and are capable of carrying adult riders. Versatile and hardy, they are able to turn their hooves to a wide variety of disciplines.

Height: must not exceed 12.3hh
Colour: Bay or Dun, with characteristic mealy markings.
​Markings: No White

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The Fell Pony

Native to the North of England, this hardy breed still roams the Cumbrian fells. An ideal all-round and family pony, they are ideal for adult, children and as a show animal. Popular as working hunter and driving ponies, this is an extremely versatile breed that can succeed in most sports, paired with a natural hardiness that make them sure footed and easier to keep than most other breeds. They are known to be agile, clever on their feet and make for a decent jumper.
Height: must not exceed 14.0hh
Colour: Black, Bay and Grey. 
Markings: White discouraged, such as a blaze or any white above the nostrils. No Pinto.
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>> Breed Standard

The Highland Pony

A hardy Scottish breed from the Highlands and Isles of Scotland, they are well adapted to the severe climate and changing conditions of the land they hail from. One of the largest of the Native breeds, this strong breed is traditionally used to carry stags across the glens, but is equally popular as a family pony for both riding and driving. They are ideal all-rounders, and many are capable jumpers - some have been known to jump 1.35m.
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Height: 13hh - 14.2hh
Colour: Dun, Grey, Black, Bay, rarely chestnut and silver.
Markings: No white other than a tiny star on the head permitted. Commonly have dorsal stripes and zebra striping on the legs.

>> Breed Standards

The New Forest Pony

The ideal performance pony, this hardy breed is perfect for both adults and children and are a popular choice for riding club, dressage and all-rounder ponies. With a superb jump, this versatile breed excels in most disciplines put before it, and typical of a Native, is both hardy and good keeper.
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Height: must not exceed 14.2hh
Colour: Any colour except pinto, sabino or blue eyed cream. Blue eyes are not allowed.
Markings: No white beyond the head or above the knee.

>> Breed Standard

The Shetland Pony

The smallest of the native breeds, these hardy ponies have existed on the Shetland Isles for over 2,000 years and typically run semi-feral today.  Popular all over the world as childrens ponies, driving ponies or simply as pets. Small and hardy, they have heavy coats, dished faces and dense mane and tails. Generally brave and good tempered, they also have a reputation for being stubborn and opinionated.

Height: Must not exceed 10.2hh
Colours: Any other than spotted.
Markings: Any other than spots.

Welsh Sec. A

The smallest of the welsh breeds, this hardy and spirited pony is a firm favourite in the show ring and as a childrens ride. More refined than the other welsh pony types, the section A typically has a dished head, high set tail and refined legs; all while retaining good bone and correctness.

Height: May not exceed 12.0hh
Colours: Any.
Markings: No Pinto.

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Welsh Sec. B

A larger, riding-type pony that combines elegance with the hardiness of the Sec. A. They are typically more refined but still with a good amount of bone, and are typically used as childrens ponies or in the show hunting ring.

Height: Must not exceed 13.2hh
Colours: Any
Markings: No Pinto

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Welsh Sec. C

A heavier, compact and more cob like version compared to the other sections, this pony is surefooted, hardy and ideal for both children and adults. They are shown in many disciplines, notably competitive driving. Like all welsh breeds, they are natural jumpers and their is very little they cannot do.

Height: Must not exceed 13.2hh
Colours: Any
Markings: No Pinto

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Welsh Sec. D (The Welsh Cob)

Often described as the best ride and drive animal in the world, this versatile pony is a competent performer in all competitive sports. The largest of the welsh breeds, they are cob-like but still with the pony character, and are natural hardy and with a gentle nature.

Height: Must exceed 13.2hh.
Colours: Any
Markings: Any

​Breed Standards >>

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The Connemara Pony

 Originating from County Galway on the west cost of Ireland, this breed is popular all around the world and part-bred Connemaras have been regular competitors at FEI level Eventing, Dressage and Show Jumping. Elegant and hardy, they are famed for their athleticism, versatility and good nature - as well as its superb jumping ability. They are a compact, well-balanced pony of the riding type, with the ability to carry both adults and children of all ages. They suit all types of riders, from children to professionals, and excel in almost every discipline. With a great temperament and a natural hardiness, they are ideal for children and families.
​
Height: up to 15hh
Colour: Grey, Black, Bay, Dun, Chestnut, Roan, Palomino, Cream.
Markings: No Pinto.

>> Breed Standards

The Dales Pony

A large native breed defined by its flashy, energetic action, these ponies make solid all-rounders due to their intelligent natures and versatility. Strong and hardy, they were used in both world wars as well as in the mining industry. A rare breed, they almost went extinct after the second world war and are now currently considered ‘critical’ by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. A good Dales pony is typically wide and powerful, with clean legs and feet and an alert and active disposition.

Height: 13.0hh - 14.2hh 
Colours: Black, Bay, Grey, Roan.
Markings: White star or snip, white only on hind legs and not extend above fetlock. 

​Breed Standard >>

The Dartmoor Pony

Hailing from the south of England, these ponies have been living on the moors of Dartmoor since middle ages, making them a very hardy and resilient pony suitable for all weathers. They are ideal for almost all disciplines - be it as a childrens pony or your next Olympia winner.
​
Height: Must not exceed 12.2hh
Colour: Bay, Black, Grey, Chestnut and Roan.
Markings: Minimal white (fetlock, star, snip) allowed, but excessive white (blaze, stockings etc) are not allowed. No pinto.

>> Breed Standard

The Exmoor Pony

Britains oldest Native breed, this endangered pony was historically used by hill farmers and is well adapted to the low quality moorland grazing of their home. Like most other natives, they make good all-round family ponies and are capable of carrying adult riders. Versatile and hardy, they are able to turn their hooves to a wide variety of disciplines.

Height: must not exceed 12.3hh
Colour: Bay or Dun, with characteristic mealy markings.
​Markings: No White

>> Breed Standard

The Fell Pony

Native to the North of England, this hardy breed still roams the Cumbrian fells. An ideal all-round and family pony, they are ideal for adult, children and as a show animal. Popular as working hunter and driving ponies, this is an extremely versatile breed that can succeed in most sports, paired with a natural hardiness that make them sure footed and easier to keep than most other breeds. They are known to be agile, clever on their feet and make for a decent jumper.
Height: must not exceed 14.0hh
Colour: Black, Bay and Grey. 
Markings: White discouraged, such as a blaze or any white above the nostrils. No Pinto.
​
>> Breed Standard

The Highland Pony

A hardy Scottish breed from the Highlands and Isles of Scotland, they are well adapted to the severe climate and changing conditions of the land they hail from. One of the largest of the Native breeds, this strong breed is traditionally used to carry stags across the glens, but is equally popular as a family pony for both riding and driving. They are ideal all-rounders, and many are capable jumpers - some have been known to jump 1.35m.
​
Height: 13hh - 14.2hh
Colour: Dun, Grey, Black, Bay, rarely chestnut and silver.
Markings: No white other than a tiny star on the head permitted. Commonly have dorsal stripes and zebra striping on the legs.

>> Breed Standards

The New Forest Pony

The ideal performance pony, this hardy breed is perfect for both adults and children and are a popular choice for riding club, dressage and all-rounder ponies. With a superb jump, this versatile breed excels in most disciplines put before it, and typical of a Native, is both hardy and good keeper.
​
Height: must not exceed 14.2hh
Colour: Any colour except pinto, sabino or blue eyed cream. Blue eyes are not allowed.
Markings: No white beyond the head or above the knee.

>> Breed Standard

The Shetland Pony

The smallest of the native breeds, these hardy ponies have existed on the Shetland Isles for over 2,000 years and typically run semi-feral today.  Popular all over the world as childrens ponies, driving ponies or simply as pets. Small and hardy, they have heavy coats, dished faces and dense mane and tails. Generally brave and good tempered, they also have a reputation for being stubborn and opinionated.

Height: Must not exceed 10.2hh
Colours: Any other than spotted.
Markings: Any other than spots.

Welsh Sec. A

The smallest of the welsh breeds, this hardy and spirited pony is a firm favourite in the show ring and as a childrens ride. More refined than the other welsh pony types, the section A typically has a dished head, high set tail and refined legs; all while retaining good bone and correctness.

Height: May not exceed 12.0hh
Colours: Any.
Markings: No Pinto.

​Breed Standards >>

Welsh Sec. B

A larger, riding-type pony that combines elegance with the hardiness of the Sec. A. They are typically more refined but still with a good amount of bone, and are typically used as childrens ponies or in the show hunting ring.

Height: Must not exceed 13.2hh
Colours: Any
Markings: No Pinto

Breed Standards >>

Welsh Sec. C

A heavier, compact and more cob like version compared to the other sections, this pony is surefooted, hardy and ideal for both children and adults. They are shown in many disciplines, notably competitive driving. Like all welsh breeds, they are natural jumpers and their is very little they cannot do.

Height: Must not exceed 13.2hh
Colours: Any
Markings: No Pinto

Breed Standards >>

Welsh Sec. D (The Welsh Cob)

Often described as the best ride and drive animal in the world, this versatile pony is a competent performer in all competitive sports. The largest of the welsh breeds, they are cob-like but still with the pony character, and are natural hardy and with a gentle nature.

Height: Must exceed 13.2hh.
Colours: Any
Markings: Any

​Breed Standards >>