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The Peneia, an old breed found in the semi-mountainous
regions of Eleia in the Peloponnese, are probably related to the Pindos pony
of Greece but are rarer and exist in very few numbers. They are more heavily
built than the Pindos and are used for all forms of work including
agriculture, harness, pack, and riding, and they have very amenable
temperaments. Their conformation is not exemplary, but they are
functional animals and are extremely tough and hardy. They have a sound
constitution and have great stamina and endurance and are very sure-footed
across rough terrain.
The Peneia is a very capable and useful pony and makes
a good, natural jumping horse. The stallions of this breed are often used
for breeding hinnies . Although they possess a rather stilted stride they
are taught a form of the gait called the aravani, which produces in
them a smoother action than their natural one. They are generally heavily
framed with a coarse head and a very muscular neck. They have a broad,
strong back, but strangely weak and underdeveloped hindquarters. They have
legs that are typically very sound and strong, although they frequently
exhibit cow or sickle hocks. They are mostly
roan,
chestnut,
or
black in
color. Peneia ponies range in height from 10 to 14 hh.
Check out the following
links for more info about the Peneia Pony breed!
http://www.tiho-hannover.de/einricht/zucht/eaap/descript/1193.htm
http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/pinia/
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