Lundy Pony
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| Lundy Pony | |
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| Country of origin: | England |
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The Lundy Pony developed on Lundy Island in England. The basis of the breed was an outcrossing of New Forest pony mares and an Arabian stallion. Later influences included one Connemara Pony stallion, and several Welsh Mountain stallions. The pony herd was moved from the island in 1980, and taken to Cornwall, where it continued to breed. It was also taken to New Devon. In 1984, the breed society was formed, and they decided to return some of the mares and foals to the island of Lundy.
Due to the harsh environment of the island, with its poor vegetation and severe weather, the ponies grew to be incredibly tough and hardy. They typically are dun, roan, palomino, bay, or liver chestnut in color, and should not exceed 13.2 hh in height. The ponies have a wide, deep chest, sloping shoulder, and hard, sound legs. Their necks should be well-set and muscular, and their backs strong and compact.
The ponies are useful children's mounts, being both attractive animals and good jumpers.
