Temperament<\/h3>\n
Independent and tough<\/p>\n
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Pack animal
\nTrekking animal
\nRiding horse<\/p>\n
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Found on the Indonesian island of Bali, this pony is an incredibly healthy and self-sufficient animal. Their size, strength and stature is more a product of the local needs than any centralized selective breeding programs.
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The origin of the Bali pony is unknown, however they are thought to have been brought to Indonesia by the Chinese in the 6th century. These original bloodlines may have been crossed with horses from both India and the Netherlands during the 18th century.<\/p>\n
Lack of any serious breeding program has left their conformation quite unrefined, but given them a great deal of natural strength through natural selection. Healthy and self-sufficient, these animals rarely require shoes because their feet are so hardy.<\/p>\n
Average height 11.3 – 13 hands
\nIncredibly strong for their small size<\/p>\n
Head is large with straight profile
\nSmall ears and almond shaped eyes
\nShort, straight neck
\nmane is bristly and stands upright
\nShort, upwardly curved back
\nLegs are strong with good joints and hard hooves<\/p>\n