The Somali Pony is a country bred animal from Somalia and there are several varieties within the breed, although their numbers are very small. They are bred by a number of local tribes, the Dhulbahante tribe being the largest breeder.
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While they are called ponies, the Somali is more of a small horse. There is not much documentation on their history, but they are likely a country bred strain of Barb<\/a>. The climate and conditions of Somalia are difficult for horses and has contributed to their small stature. However, these difficult conditions has shaped an incredibly tough little animal that can carry loads over long distances. Their hooves are so hard they perform better without shoes and live for days with no water if they have grass. <\/p>\n Average height 13 – 13.5 hands<\/p>\n Head is heavy chestnut<\/a> | grey<\/a> <\/p>\n Riding ponyFeatures<\/h3>\n
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\nNeck is short and thick
\nHooves are very hard<\/p>\nTraditional Colors<\/h3>\n
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\nPack animal
\nIntertribal fighting <\/p>\nMore Images<\/h3>\n
![\"Somali](\"\/images\/somali-pony-2.webp\")
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