Dmva Champs Quiz #2 - Pony Breeds

The Shetland pony is the correct answer because it is a native breed from Scotland and is known to be the oldest native breed in Britain. It is also mentioned that this pony is small in size but has great strength and endurance, which aligns with the characteristics of the Shetland pony.

The foundation sire of this breed was Folie.

The correct answer is Icelandic (Iceland). The explanation is that the pony described in the question is originally brought to the island by the Vikings, and it is gaited with a running walk similar to the rack. Icelandic horses are known for their unique gaits, including the tölt, which is a smooth four-beat gait. Therefore, the breed of the pony described in the question is most likely Icelandic, and the island home is Iceland.

A breed is considered truly wild if it has not descended from domesticated horses or ponies that were once domesticated but then left to roam. The Przewalski Horse is the only equine breed that meets this criteria, as it is not descended from domesticated horses or ponies. Therefore, the correct answer is "Wild".

Ponies, horses, zebras, and donkeys all belong to the same genus, which is Equus. The genus Equus is a taxonomic classification that includes all these animals. The other options, Horsey, Brabant, and Caballus, are not correct because they do not represent the genus to which these animals belong.

Some of it’s bloodstock is rumored to be from stallions that swam to shore after the Spanish Armada ships wrecked on the Irish coast after they were blown off course in 1588.

Julius Ceasar was known to have established a stud farm there, and the Welsh pony is thought to be a descendant of these horses.

The correct answer is Chincoteague. The Chincoteague pony breed is believed to have descended from horses that swam to shore from a wrecked Spanish galleon. These ponies are considered feral and are found on two islands off the Virginia coast.

The correct answer is Fjord. The explanation for this is that the fjord is a breed of horse that originates from Norway and is closely related to the Przewalski Horse, which is considered the most primitive horse. The fjord horse is known for its strength and versatility, making it a popular choice for various equestrian activities.

In the United States, a pony is defined as any equine that is 14.2 hands or smaller at the withers. The term "hands" is a unit of measurement used to determine the height of a horse or pony. The withers is the highest point on the horse's back, just before the neck begins. Therefore, if a horse or pony measures 14.2 hands or less at this point, it is considered a pony in the United States.

A polo pony is the correct answer because it is a combination of speed, intelligence, and agility that is essential in the sport of polo. While it is not a specific breed, polo ponies are typically not ponies in size, averaging about 15-16 hands. Despite this, the popular title for this combination of traits in a horse for polo remains "Polo Pony".

Ponies, like all mammals, breathe through their nostrils, not their mouths. The nostrils are specifically designed for inhaling and exhaling air, while the mouth is primarily used for eating and drinking. Therefore, it is false to say that a pony can breathe out of its mouth.

A breed is considered feral if it is descended from domesticated horses or ponies that were left to run loose. The Chincoteague Pony is an example of this, as it is descended from domesticated horses that were left to roam freely on the island of Chincoteague. Feral animals are not truly wild, as they have a history of domestication, but they have adapted to survive and reproduce in the wild without human intervention.

The correct answer is Pony Of The Americas. The explanation is that the Pony Of The Americas is a relatively new American pony breed that was founded in 1954 in Iowa. The foundation sire of this breed was a mix of Arabian, Appaloosa, and Shetland with Appaloosa markings named Black Hand.

This is a generalization for the D to lower C level of knowledge. Actually some members of some breeds have less than the Arab, and some Arabs have 205.