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Bolivian Pony
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Bolivian Pony

Country Of Origin Bolivia
History and Background The Bolivian Pony or Sunicho is a tough little pony native to the highlands of Bolivia. Today their status is considered crucial & their numbers are very small.
This breed is descendant from the Iberian horses and a close brother to the Criollo developed in Bolivia. They were very important for conveyance before the agricultural reform of the 1950’s, but since then have been replaced by the donkey.
Use Today Transportation, Pack pony
Height 12 to 13.3 hands high (48-53 inches, 122-134 centimeters)
Colour Bay
Characteristics A handsome pony
Body is well-proportioned
Except for the neck, which is thin at the top and thick as it joins the chest
Shoulders and chest appear as one
Withers are prominent
Back is short and croup rounded
Personality and Temperament Willing and docile
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