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Konik |
Most certainly a descendent of the
Tarpan, the Konik's refined appearance suggests possible infusions of
Arabian blood. The name Konik means "little horse" in Polish, which aptly describes this pony. Nationally important in Poland, the Konik has inherited the hardiness and frugality of the Tarpan. Due to its frugality and reputation of being long-lived, it has been used in the improvement of other Polish and Russian horse and pony breeds. This mesomorphic pony has a quiet and willing temperament, but it is sometimes independent and likes its freedom, therefore making it difficult to handle. This pony is well suited for farm work.
The Konik stands from 12.3 to 13.3 hands high, and it may be mouse dun or palomino, grey or bay. The palomino tends to have a dark-colored or black eel stripe, mane and tail, with occasional zebra markings on the legs. The bay tends to have bluish highlights. The rather heavy head is not well set-on, but has a convex profile, small pointed ears, a full forelock and flared nostrils. The rather long neck is broad and muscular, with a long, full mane, and the withers are moderately pronounced. Its back is short and straight, the loins well set-on, and the croup sloping. The tail is set-on low, but is full and flowing. It has a wide and deep chest, and very sloping shoulder. The sturdy legs have broad, clean joints, strong tendons, and small, well-formed hooves.
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