The Austrian Warmblood comes from an area that has long been known for creating fine horseflesh (including the handsome Kladruber and the ethereal Lipizzaner). Like other warmbloods, the Austrian Warmblood was developed as a superior riding and competition horse.
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A breed from the Northwest of Spain, the Asturcón or Asturian pony is among the oldest and purest breeds of pony in the world.
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Also called Kalmykskaya & Kalmyk, the Astrakhan is a member of the Mongolian equine group, they are bred in the territory along the Volga & Ural rivers. Sadly, this breed is in danger of becoming extinct. They look similar to the Kirgiz horse, but tend to be coarser with longer legs.
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The Arravani is a Greek horse that is as tough as it is elegant. Sadly they are in danger of extinction, with only about 200-300 of them are left in the world today.
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Also known as Merens pony, Castillonais, Cheval Ariègeois de Castillon, Cheval du Biros and Saint-Gironnais, the Ariègeois is a rare mountain pony native to the Pyrenees and Ariègeois mountains of Northern Spain and Southern France.
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The Arenberg-Nordkirchener is dangerously close to becoming extinct and are listed as critically endangered, with their population numbers in the teens.
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The Arabian blood was first added to the Friesian breed during Spanish invasion of the Netherlands in the late 16th and early 17th century.
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Also called the Eleia, Ilia, or Greek, the Andravida is a rare and mysterious light draft breed found in the region of Ilia, Greece.
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This is the smallest of the donkey breeds and they are known for their incredible strength and willing attitude.
The American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys originated in southern Europe on the small islands of Sardinia and Sicily. In the 18th century they were primarily used indoors for grinding grain and as pack animals for mountain shepherds. The breed was introduced to the US in 1929 when the first imports were received by Robert Green on his stud farm in New Jersey.
“Miniature Donkeys possess the affectionate nature of a Newfoundland, the resignation of a cow, the durability of a mule, the courage of a tiger, and the intellectual capability only slightly inferior to man’s.” – Robert Green
Today these tiny animals are almost extinct in their native lands, luckily they have become popular pets in the states, where their numbers continue to grow.
Under 36″ high
Compact and well proportioned
Grey dun w/chocolate highlights is most commonly found
black | sorrel | pinto | creme
Kind and easy going
Affectionate and intelligent
Mainly pets and show animals
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National Miniature Donkey Association
