Intro
All sections of the Welsh ponies come from Wales and the Welsh Cob registers under Section D of the Welsh Pony studbook. This area has bred a horse of cob type for centuries, useful for both farm work, carriage & riding purposes.
Origins
The D Section was created from the Welsh Mountain Pony found native in Wales, bred specifically as a horse type. The exact origins of this type is a mystery, lost in the sands of time, however there has been evidence of similar animals since Medieval times. Throughout the years they have proven to be hardy, versatile and supremely useful to the people of Wales. Prior to the 20th century were one of the fastest means of transportation, however the advent of mechanized transport put them out of favor until recently.
A renewed interest in driving competitions has given the Welsh Cob a chance to shine again and a there has been a renewed interest in their bloodlines.
4 Welsh Pony Types
Based on the blood of the mountain type, 3 other types have emerged.
Section A – Which is the mountain pony and they may not exceed 12.2 hands.
Section B – A slightly larger animal that stands 12.2 – 13.2 hands
Section C – A pony of cob type and a more robust animal standing up to 13.2 hands
Section D – The Welsh Cob which is a horse type standing 14 – 15.1 hands
Features
Average height 14 – 15 hands
Physique
Head is small & well proportioned with a straight profile
Eyes are large & prominent
Ears are small & pointed
Neck is long, muscular & arched
Back is short & wide
Chest is broad & deep
Legs are short & strong with clean joints and some feathering at the fetlocks
Hooves are shapely & strong
Traditional Colors
All colors except pinto patterns
Temperament
Gentle & docile
Use
Riding horse
Light draft
Transportation
Show horse
Helpful Links
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Welsh Pony & Cob Society
Irish Welsh Pony Society
Welsh Pony & Cob Society of America
Welsh Pony & Cob Society of Australia
Welsh Pony & Cob Society of Canada
Welsh Pony & Cob Society of New Zealand
Welsh Pony & Cob Society of South Africa
Where to Buy
Glenhaven Welsh
Casmaran Stud
Goldenhills Welsh
Welsh Cob (Section D) Studs
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