The Connemara pony is a pony breed originating in Ireland. They are known for their athleticism, versatility and good disposition.
Connemara mare
Connemara ponies at Cloch na Rón showing the typical harsh landscape of their place of origin
Connemara stallion
Connemara ponies ridden for recreation
The Icelandic horse is a breed of horse developed in Iceland. Although the horses are small, at times pony-sized, most registries for the Icelandic refer to it as a horse. Icelandic horses are long-lived and hardy. In their native country they have few diseases; Icelandic law prevents horses from being imported into the country and exported animals are not allowed to return. In addition to the gaits of walk, trot, and canter/gallop typical of other horse breeds, many Icelandic horses can also do the tölt and the flying pace. The only breed of horse in Iceland, they are also popular internationally, and sizable populations exist in Europe and North America. The breed is still used for traditional sheepherding work in its native country, as well as for leisure, showing, and racing.
Icelandic horse performing the tölt
Icelandic horse in summer coat
An Icelandic horse with a heavy winter coat
A palomino Icelandic being ridden at a tölt