Intro
Closely related to Canadian horses, the Canadian Pacer comes from the same initial stock of French horses sent to the New World during the mid to late 17th century.
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Bityug Horse
Intro
The Bityugskaya, Biçuk or Bityug was a handsome trotting breed that originated in Russia by order of Tsar Pierre Le Grand.
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Basque Pony
Intro
Also called Pottok and Pottoka, the Basque Ponies are left to live wild in the Pyrenees of the Basque Country in Spain and France. The last Wednesday of January they are rounded up, their numbers cut for market & the remaining animals are branded, then released again.
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Australian Teamster Donkey
Intro
Well-suited for desert climates, Donkeys became an integral part of the transport in Australia up until the 1930’s. In fact, these animals do so well in the Australian climate that their feral numbers have grown to the point of becoming a nuisance.
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American Spotted Paso Horse
Intro
The main objective for breeders of the American Spotted Paso horse is combining the smooth gaits of the Peruvian Paso with the colorful coat patterns of the pinto.
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American Miniature Mediterranean Donkey
Intro
This is the smallest of the donkey breeds and they are known for their incredible strength and willing attitude.
Origins
The American Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys originated in southern Europe on the small islands of Sardinia & 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.
Features
Under 36″ high
Physique
Compact & well proportioned
Traditional Colors
Grey dun w/chocolate highlights is most commonly found
black | sorrel | pinto | creme
Temperament
Kind & easy going
Affectionate & intelligent
Use
Mainly pets & show animals
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National Miniature Donkey Association
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American Paint Horse
Intro
The paint is a performance type color breed & are often bred exclusively for their spotted pattern. Crosses to gaited, pony or draft breeds are not recognized by the registry, only Thoroughbred or Quarter Horse bloodlines are allowed.
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Abaco Barb Horse
*Update – sadly in 2015 the Abaco Barb blog posted that the last mare of the breed had died. Thankfully they have preserved her genetics and the government of the Bahamas approved a plan to restore the breed.