Exmoor, Falabella Horse Breeds

E,F alphabet list of horse breeds that you may come across:

Exmoor

Exmoor The Exmoor pony is thought to be the oldest and purest of the British native ponies and the direct descendants of the horses that walked onto Britain before it was an island. This breed has two unique features that helped it survive in the harsh winter conditions of its native land. It has a "hooded-eye" that protects it from rain and wind and a "snow-chute" that channels rain and snow down away from the body.

Falabella

The origin of the Falabella horse can be linked to the origins of the Latin America horse, the Andalusian. This miniature horse is known for its temperament and capacity to adjust to its environment. These horses have an amazing ability to withstand harsh weather conditions without any special treatment. Their docile nature also makes them a great choice for a family pet.

Fell Ponies

The original Fell Ponies came from northern England and are now mainly found on the western side of the Pennines. Their name is derived from the Norse word "Fell," meaning hills. This breed has been recognizable since Roman times when they were employed as draught animals in the north of England. The Fell Pony is a close relative of the Dales Pony, but Clydesdale blood was introduced to the Dales making them taller and stockier.

Florida Cracker

The Florida Cracker horse traces its ancestry to Spanish stocks brought to the Americas in the beginning of the 1500s. The Indians first and later the Pioneers began to use the Spanish Horses. This breed was hardy and well adapted to the Florida climate and environment and excelled as working cattle. The name "cracker" came from the loud cracking noise the whips made when cattle was being rounded up.

Friesian

The Friesian breed is native to the province of Friesland in the northern Netherlands and one of the oldest domesticated breeds in Europe. The breed is equally skilled at multi-level dressage, trotting, and driving, singly or combined. Its high step and outstanding natural movement are the result of its long being favored by breeders throughout Northern Europe. The tail and mane of the Friesian is never cut and often reaches the ground.