The Shetland pony is a breed of pony originating in the Shetland Isles. Shetlands range in size from a minimum height of approximately 28 inches (7.0 hands; 71 cm) to an official maximum height of 11 hands (44 inches, 112 cm) at the withers (11.2 hands (46 inches, 117 cm) for American Shetlands).
American Livestock Breeds ConservancyÊconsiders the population of the Shire to be at 'critical' levels. There are less than 2000 in population worldwide.
An animal has to be less than 14 hands, two inches when full grown to be a "pony"; if taller, it's a horse (assuming that its species is horse). Shetlands are typically even smaller.
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Yes - if they did not there would be no more Shetland ponies.
Shetland Ponies come from The Shetland Isles in the North Sea, just above and to the east of Scotland, in the UK.
Shetland ponies can be ridden by young and small children. Shetland ponies are also used as paddock pals for racehorses and horses.
Shetland ponies are mammals as they bear live young and suckle them
Shetland ponies get their name because they are from the Shetland area of Scotland. They can now be found all over the world in many climates.
Humans and cougars are the top predators of Shetland Ponies. They are native to Scotland.
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Hi, I live in England and have a shetland pony and to be honest with you there is no reason why shetland ponies couldn't live in New Zealand
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All horses AND ponies are herbivores.
Humans and cougars are the top predators of Shetland Ponies. They are native to Scotland.
It appears that Shetland Ponies were brought to The United States of America in the mid 1800's if you want to see for yourself check out this site: http://www.helium.com/items/1295818-shetland-pony-pony-minature-horse-ponies-shetland-american-shetland-pony-club