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Intro<\/h3>\n

All sections of Welsh types 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 and riding purposes.
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Origins<\/h3>\n

The D Section was created from the Welsh Mountain Pony<\/a> 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 they were one of the fastest means of transportation, however the advent of mechanized transport put them out of favor until recently. <\/p>\n

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. <\/p>\n

4 Welsh Pony Types<\/h3>\n

Based on the blood of the mountain type, 3 other types have emerged. <\/p>\n

Section A<\/a> – Which is the mountain pony and they may not exceed 12 hands.
\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 – The Welsh Cob which is a horse type standing taller than 13.2 hands<\/p>\n

According to the DAD-IS, the Welsh Cob is at risk and as of 2021 there were only 1342 left. <\/p>\n

Features<\/h3>\n

Height must exceed 13.2 hands<\/p>\n

Physique<\/h3>\n

Head is small and well proportioned with a straight profile
\nEyes are large and prominent
\nEars are small and pointed
\nNeck is long, muscular and arched
\nBack is short and wide
\nChest is broad and deep
\nLegs are short and strong with clean joints and some feathering at the fetlocks
\nHooves are shapely and strong<\/p>\n

Traditional Colors<\/h3>\n

All colors<\/a> except pinto patterns<\/a> <\/p>\n

Temperament<\/h3>\n

Gentle and docile<\/p>\n

Use<\/h3>\n

Riding horse
\nLight draft
\nTransportation
\nShow horse<\/p>\n

Helpful Links<\/h3>\n

* all links open in a new window<\/small>
\nWelsh Pony & Cob Society<\/a>
\nIrish Welsh Pony Society<\/a>
\nWelsh Pony & Cob Society of America<\/a>
\nWelsh Pony & Cob Society of Australia<\/a>
\nWelsh Pony & Cob Society of Canada<\/a>
\nWelsh Pony & Cob Society of New Zealand<\/a>
\nWelsh Pony & Cob Society of South Africa<\/a><\/p>\n

Where to Buy<\/h3>\n

Glenhaven Welsh<\/a>
\nCasmaran Stud<\/a>
\nGoldenhills Welsh<\/a><\/p>\n

Welsh Cob (Section D) Studs<\/h3>\n

Carberry Estate Stud<\/a><\/p>\n

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