Pets Australia — October-November 2017

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PETS | Creature feature

http://www.petsmagazine.com.au

A LONG-LIVED BREED

The Dartmoor breed of pony once roamed

wild and free in the rugged highlands in

Dartmoor in the south-west of England,

which is of course where their name

came from. Over the years, the breed was

influenced by many others including the

Arabian, Polo and Hackney.

Some historians claim that in 1541, Henry

VIII outlawed “nags of small stature” and the

breed was almost wiped out, and again in

World War II, where the region they roamed

became a training ground for soldiers. But

the Dartmoor breed survived and lived to

tell its tale.

SMART AND SASSY

They might be small in stature, but the

Dartmoor is big in personality. Marie Bannan

from Marankie Farm Dartmoor Pony Stud

says the Dartmoor is a truly special breed

This noble pony is strong in stature and

gentle in nature, making it an ideal first

pony for children to ride. It’s also just the

right size for children to easily saddle up,

groom and ride. With an easy-going nature,

the Dartmoor doesn’t spook easily. It’s also

an intelligent and intuitive breed that has

proven to be a good all-rounder.

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Strong yet gentle, the

Dartmoor truly is a

delightful pet for pony

lovers. By Carrol Baker

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The Dartmoor is a great pony for a young rider.

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