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Morochuco Horse

Origins

The Morochuco comes comes from the Peruvian Andes in the state of Ayacucho and the breed was thought to be developed by Jesuits. They are well known for their smooth, pacing gaits among other qualities that make them fine riding horses. These are small, shaggy animals but quite hardy & surefooted and perhaps the best representation of the Andean breeds. This breed is shaped by the climate & needs of the people & over the years they have become an integral part of daily life.
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Moroccan Barb

Intro

One of the ancient breeds of the world, (especially their cousin the Arabian) The Moroccan or North African Barb’s origins are shrouded in mystery.
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Monterufoli Pony

Intro

The Monterufoli Pony comes from the Province of Pisa in Tuscany, Italy and is thought to come from the now extinct Selvina horse which used to live wild in the area.
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Mogod Pony

Origins

Also called the Tunisian, the Mogod Pony comes from the northernmost area of Tunisia and is thought to be a strain of the mighty Barb horse, refined and bred to suit the area over centuries. Sadly as machines began to replace animals in the 20th century their numbers began to dwindle.
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Miyako Pony

Intro

The Miyaoko Pony comes from Miyaoko Island in Okinawa Prefecture in Japan, an area that has been known for their horseflesh for centuries. Small ponies have roamed the island for years bearing a striking resemblance to their Mongolian ancestors.
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Missouri Fox Trotter

Intro

The Missouri Fox Trotter is a relatively new breed and one that was organized by a group of enthusiasts who wanted to preserve the unique characteristics of animals selectively bred in the Ozarks.
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Misaki Pony

Intro

The Misaki Pony comes from the Mayazaki Province in Japan where they still run wild in Cape Toi meadow.
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Minusin Horse

Intro

The Minusin breed is similar to many of the steppe breeds, having been shaped by life on the steppes. However these animals tend to be more robust and imposing in stature.
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Mezen Horse

Intro

The Mezen or Mezenskaya is a draft breed of the northern forest type that is bred in the valleys of the Mezen & Pineg Rivers in the Arkhangelsk region.
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Megrel Horse

Intro

Also called the Megrelakaya and Mingrelian, the Megrel breed is bred in the region of Kolchida in western Georgia and they are the smallest of the Caucasian horses.
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