Did you know?
🐴 Not ponies! – Miniature horses are bred to look like full-sized horses, just in a smaller package. Ponies have thicker builds, while minis are tiny but horse-shaped!
🎩 Royal companions – Miniature horses were kept as pets for royalty in Europe as far back as the 1600s.
🌎 Worldwide favorites – Minis are popular around the globe for therapy work, driving, and even as guide animals because of their calm, steady nature.
⚖️ Tiny but mighty – Most minis weigh between 150–250 pounds—about the same as a large dog, but with a huge personality.
🧠 Smart cookies – Minis can be trained to do obstacle courses, pull carts, and even learn tricks, much like dogs.
❤️ Gentle friends – Because of their size and sweet temperaments, minis are wonderful for introducing children and adults to horses safely.
🌟 Record holders – The smallest miniature horse on record was just 17.5 inches tall—shorter than a golden retriever!