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The Shetland has its origin on Shetland island. They were used (especially the smaller individuals) to pull coal carts out of the mines where their small size allowed them to fit in smaller places. Larger individuals could be ridden. In recent years they have been bred to be smaller and lighter, especially in America.
The newer style American Shetlands are now considered a separate breed, and can not be ridden by adults.
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Which horse is the smallest out of shetland connemara or thoroughbred?
A shetland pony would be the smallest out of a shetland, connemara, or thoroughbred. Shetlands are used for pack horses, and nowadays very popular children's pets because of their fun-loving nature. Shetlands are sometimes considered draft ponies because of their strength despite their small size. --starsun22 the horse maniac
What is the average weight of a female sheep?
It really depends on the breed of sheep. Columbias are around 275 pounds, but Shetlands are around 75 pounds. Check on your breed's website to see what your sheep should be.
What is do shetlands eat?
Shetland ponies typically eat a diet of hay, grass, and small amounts of grain or pony pellets to ensure they receive a balanced nutrition. They may also enjoy treats like apples or carrots in moderation. It's important to provide them with fresh water at all times and monitor their weight to prevent obesity.
How will zombies come?
They can come by loud sounds and blood.
What is a crowd of animals?
It depends an the animal: Cows, deer and elk come in herds Whales come in pods Fish come in schools or shoals Crows come in murders Baboons come in troops Many birds come in flocks Bees come in swarms Quail come in coveys
Can Shetlands be any color?
Shetlands can come in most colours, including mixed colour, although the traditional colours are black and white-grey.Hope this helps, xxx
Which is further north The Shetlands or The Orkneys?
The Shetlands
What is further north the shetlands or the orkneys?
The Shetlands
Are shetlands a breed of horse or pony?
Shetlands are a breed of pony.
What country does the name Yule come from?
The Scottish surname Yule is first found on the isle of Yell, in the Shetlands.
Are Shetlands horses or ponies?
They are ponies!
Why did the vikings go to the shetlands?
because they wanted to find lots of stuff and settle there for a while just after they left the sea flooded the Shetlands for a while
Why were Shetlands bought over to England?
For Mining
Are the Shetlands a good place to live?
yes
Who is shetlands local MSP?
Tavish Scott
How do horses become shetlands?
Horses don't become Shetlands. A Shetland is a breed of horse, and it depends on the bloodline of the horse to say whether or not it's a Shetland
Scotlands Island Groups?
Orkneys, Shetlands, Hebrides.
