Horse (Equus ferus caballus)
The Deutsche Reitpony or German Riding Pony is a very popular pony breed in Germany. It is described as a "miniature warmblood" with refined, horse-like characteristics that make it suitable as both a children's pony and as a mount for sport horse competition in Europe. The breed is relatively new to North America.
Read more about German Riding Pony: Characteristics, History, Uses
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