The Welsh Pony 69 



developme^■ts ix the united states 

 First importations of Welsh ponies were made into the United 

 States between 1880 and 1885. The increasing interest of ad- 

 mirers caused the subsequent organization of the Welsh Pony and 

 Cob Society of America. 



In the meantime Congress enacted a law which went into effect 

 January 1, 1911, by which animals considered pure bred and 

 imported for breeding purposes were admitted through our ports 

 free of duty. 



Then followed the recognition by our country of the Welsh 

 pony as a pure-bred. 



CHARACTERISTICS 



Having for a foundation the indestructible material of the 

 mountain pony, these little animals will do more work for their 

 weight than any other breed of horses, and thrive on half the food. 



They are strong, well built, have much courage and v.-ondcrful 

 endurance, requiring no housing or blanketing; a prolific breed 

 transmitting to their descendants their many desirable qualities 

 with marked regularity. 



APPEARANCE 



The true Welsh pony has a refined head, large intelligent eyes, 

 dainty ears, graceful neck, strong full body, clean straight legs 

 with bone like steel. The reciuired height is from eleven to thir- 

 teen hands. 



ACTION AND TEMPERAMENT 



These ponies have a graceful action, quick, free, straight, and 

 - showing finish. 



Without sacrificing any of their qualities of intelligence or 

 spirit, the Welsh pony is of docile nature and has manners re- 

 markably perfect. His cheerful friendliness makes him an ideal 

 companion for growing girls and boys, as a medium to health, 

 strength and happiness. 



