Intro
The Chilote Pony is found on Chiloe Island off southern Chile, a largely undeveloped place. The Spaniards captured the island from the native people in 1567 and controlled it until early in the 19th century.
Origins
Genetically unique equine breed due to their fairly extreme physical isolation from South America. This makes them perhaps the purest descendants of the Spanish animals, as their blood has not been diluted with other strains. They are very small, probably more due to habitat than anything, but retain many of the Iberian characteristics.
It is interesting to note that there is no selective breeding practiced, their location alone has kept them pure of blood.
This elusive breed are rarely seen on the Chilean mainland & most of them are domesticated however there are a few feral animals found on islands nearby.
Features
Maximum height 12 hands
Physique
Head is wedge-shaped, dished and refined
Small muzzle with large nostrils
Big expressive eyes
Short curved ears
Neck is arched with a refined, clean throatlatch
Body is compact with short back
Tail is high set
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Kind & docile
Acts more like a horse than a pony
Use
Riding Pony
Light agriculture use
Transportation
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