While it is not an official Welsh Pony breed, Section K denotes Welsh crosses with other breeds. Not all registries will accept Section K.
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The handsome Welsh Pony<\/a> has been running across the Welsh countryside since before the Roman invasion. Thought to be related to Celtic Ponies<\/a>, that cute little dished face can only come from one place, Arabian<\/a> influence. <\/p>\n Section K animals do not fall under the official sections, but can be registered in some places as long as they possess at least 25% Welsh blood. They are most commonly crossed with Thoroughbred<\/a>. In breeding the goal is to maintain many of the Welsh qualities, while increasing speed, size and athleticism. <\/p>\n There are four official sections of the Welsh Pony breed. <\/p>\n Section A<\/a> – Which is the mountain pony and they may not exceed 12 hands. Average height 13 hands Characteristics depend on the crossed breeds and amount of Welsh blood<\/p>\n
\nSection B<\/a> – A slightly larger animal that stands 12 – 13.2 hands
\nSection C<\/a> – A pony of cob type and a more robust animal standing up to 13.2 hands
\nSection D<\/a> – The Welsh Cob which is a horse type standing taller than 13.2 hands <\/p>\nFeatures<\/h3>\n
\nVary considerably in size<\/p>\nPhysique<\/h3>\n
Traditional Colors<\/h3>\n