{"id":116,"date":"2010-08-08T22:58:47","date_gmt":"2010-08-08T22:58:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.theequinest.com\/breeds\/?p=116"},"modified":"2025-02-10T14:28:03","modified_gmt":"2025-02-10T14:28:03","slug":"anadolu-pony","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theequinest.com\/breeds\/anadolu-pony","title":{"rendered":"Anadolu Native"},"content":{"rendered":"

Intro<\/h3>\n

Also called Anatolian Native, Transbaikal, Native Turkish Pony or Turk, this pony is the most common Turkish breed. They are known for their speed, endurance and robust nature.
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Origins<\/h3>\n

The Anadolu breed comes from Turkey and draws on the blood of several ancient breeds, including the Arabian<\/a> and Akhal-Teke<\/a>. Although the Anadolu bloodlines are ancient in their own right. <\/p>\n

The Turkish people have always had a need for this versatile native pony in farm work, as pack animals and for transportation. The breed also requires little care, making them easy to own almost anywhere in the country. Known for their ability to survive in harsh climates under poor conditions. <\/p>\n

Features<\/h3>\n

Average height 12.1 – 13.3 hands
\nSmall horse with great strength and endurance<\/p>\n

Physique<\/h3>\n

Head is small and can be refined – both convex and concave profiles
\nEars are long and set low
\nNeck is short and thick
\nWithers are low
\nChest is narrow
\nLegs are strong with good bone
\nFeet are hard<\/p>\n

Traditional Colors<\/h3>\n

Found in most common solid colors<\/a><\/p>\n

Temperament<\/h3>\n

Mild mannered and easy to care for
\nCan survive in poor conditions
\nStrong and true<\/p>\n

Use<\/h3>\n

Pack horse
\nRiding horse
\nDraft<\/p>\n

Helpful Links<\/h3>\n

The domestic livestock resources of Turkey<\/a><\/p>\n

More Images<\/h3>\n
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Video<\/h3>\n