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Intro<\/h3>\n

The Tibetan Pony comes from the Qinghai-Tibet plateau and are thought to date back 4000 years. This breed is very special to the local people who developed native stock to suit local needs.
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Origins<\/h3>\n

Tibetan Ponies have been bred pure for thousands of years and were often sent as gifts to Chinese emperors – although stock was rarely brought back to the plateau. More recently attempts have been made to improve the breed, however they are specifically adapted high altitude areas and crosses were unsuccessful. <\/p>\n

Although they are ancient this breed wasn’t officially recognized until 1980. Today there are several types found within the breed. <\/p>\n

Ganzhi Mountain Type –<\/strong> the direct line of original mountain stock
\nYushu Plateau Type –<\/strong> found in the Naqu district
\nZhongdian Valley Type –<\/strong> harmonious conformation <\/p>\n

Features<\/h3>\n

Average height 12 – 12.2 hands<\/p>\n

Physique<\/h3>\n

Head is small with a straight profile
\nEyes and ears are small
\nNeck is short and muscular
\nChest is deep
\nShoulder is straight
\nBody is compact and muscular
\nHindquarters are powerful
\nLegs are short and bony<\/p>\n

Traditional Colors<\/h3>\n

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Use<\/h3>\n

Riding horse
\nPack animal<\/p>\n

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