Hey all, Why do so many folk have a problem with adults riding ponies? There are many native pony breeds that are really good weight carriers, and who is anyone to say that ponies are just for kids? Some people dont want a big hh horse, they love ponies for many reasons over horses.
Any adult pony riders out there who have had negative remarks, like how big will your pony be when it grows up lol The daft thing is, if a kid my height and weight was on a pony, no one would bat an eyelid, but when ur a grown up, so many frown upon it. I ride a 13hh pony, who I struggle to pull up at time, carry me???
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The Enduring Magic of Janet Dailey 3 days ago. Not Your Ordinary Thoroughbred Trainer 6 days ago. Popular Stories. Jet Run. Not Your Ordinary Thoroughbred Trainer. The Enduring Magic of Janet Dailey. But there are also larger breeds that are not as popular. The New Forest , Fell and Exmoor , for example, are large enough for an adult to ride while still being small and compact enough to not be intimidating for a child.
At the same time some of these breeds are in decline and could really use some attention and support to prevent them from going extinct! Rather than planning to swap a small pony out for something bigger in a couple of years, it might be better to give your child an opportunity to grow and develop alongside their equine companion. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. Email Address. Often overlooked in the horse world, a solid understanding of Learning Theory is a huge asset when working with horses.
Visit the Exmoor Pony Webzine to learn more about this wonderful breed: a unique and versatile native pony with a tumultuous history and growing following! Do you worry that you might be too big for your horse? Use this calculator to work out what size horse is suitable for different sized riders.
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March 12, March 14, care , riding , pony , children , native ponies. Safety Probably the first major concern for any parent is going to be safety. Article posted: Posted on Sunday 12 March March 14, Like our Facebook page to see more content like this.
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