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registration. The breed is a native of the Shetland Islands 

 where they are used frequently to carry rather heavy loads. 

 They are used in this country largely for pleasure purposes, 

 chiefly among children. The Shetland is docile, rather 

 lymphatic in temperament, although occasionally ill natured. 



FIG. 68. Shetland stallion. 



The colors vary considerably, browns, blacks, bays, chestnuts, 

 and often odd and irregular colors characterize the breed. 

 The solid colors are most preferable among the breeders, 

 although broken-colored ponies find ready sale, chiefly for 

 the use of children. Action is not well developed as a 

 usual thing. The American type of pony is less blocky and 

 more refined than the type accepted in its native home. 



