Gotland pony is a Swedish pony breed. Its Swedish name, Gotlandsruss, comes from word "Ross" meaning a mount or a war horse.
Use : Saddle, harness.
Height : 12 - 12.2 hh.
Colours : All colours.
Identifying Features : Small head, short neck, long back, sloping quarters, short legs, low set tail,, hard feet.
Scandanavia`s oldest pony breed.
Lived on the Swedish island of Gotland for years.
Is an ideal riding pony with a gentle nature.
First pedigree-book for Gotland ponies was opened in Sweden in 1943.
To improve the breed two Wales pony stallions have been accepted in it: Reber General and Criban Daniel. The pedigree was closed in 1971 after which only registered Gotland ponies have been accepted in it.
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