Miniature Horse Breeds List Revealed!

Low maintenance and easy to look after, miniature horses are becoming increasingly popular around the world. But did you know that there are different types of miniature horses? Let’s take a look at the miniature horse breeds list and find out all about these tiny horses!

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What Are Mini Horse Breeds?

Well, miniature horses are actually quite different from ponies! Miniature horses have been selectively bred to reduce the height of the breed.

Best Types Of Mini Horses

You might be wondering what the point is of creating small horses. These little equines are normally too small to be ridden.

Miniature Horse Breeds List

Here are some incredible breeds of horses who are tiny in stature, but big in personality! 

Falabella

The Falabella is one of the smallest breeds of horse in the world. They stand between 28 and 34 inches tall. 

American Miniature Horse

The world of American Miniature Horses is slightly complicated, with two different associations each holding their own studbook.

Caspian

The Caspian miniature horse breed originates from Iran and is believed to be one of the oldest horse breeds in the world.

Dutch Miniature Horse

Otherwise known as the Nederlands Mini Paarden, the Dutch Mini Horse is the result of a breeding program aimed at creating a European breed of a miniature horse.

Miniature Horse Fun Facts!

Many breeds of miniature horses have a longer lifespan than larger horses. American Miniature Horses often live up to 35 years of age!  ...

So, as our miniature horse breeds list has revealed, a miniature horse is not a pony – it is a small horse. There are several types of miniature horses with very different appearances and characteristics.

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