Ob Pony

Intro

The Priobskaya, Priob or Ob Pony is a small draft breed that is part of the North Russian Pony group they are bred in the Khanty-Mansi district of western Siberia near the Ob and Irtysh rivers.

Origins

The origins of the Priob are a mystery, but they are thought to have been used in the region for a very long time. Still raised in the same semi-feral state, grazing free in the summer and rounded up for work as pack animals or in the forests during winter months.

This breed is similar in appearance to the Narym and Yakut Ponies, all of which come from an extremely cold, difficult climate for equines. Today this is a very rare breed.

Features

Average height 13 – 14 hands

Physique

Head is medium in length and coarse with a convex profile
Neck is short and thick
Back is long
Legs are sturdy
Hooves are wide and flat

Traditional Colors

bay | dun

Use

Pack animals
Forestry
Farm animal