What are the characteristics of a good childs pony?
What are the Characteristics of a Good Child’s Pony? Your goal should be to find a pony that is safe and dependable. A first pony should be easy to handle and ride. You’ll want a pony that will build your child’s confidence so that he or she can learn and have fun without being afraid. Answer: Basically you’ll want to look for a pony that is: • Well mannered. • Well trained. • Over the age of 10. • Healthy Sometimes you have to compromise. You might think it would be nice if your child had a young pony to ‘grow up with’. But a beginner rider on a young pony can be dangerous. Ponies are clever and a young pony may quickly take advantage of a beginner rider. An older pony, who has learned to be obedient, would be the safer choice. Be Prepared to Compromise You may have a choice between a very pretty pony that’s not well trained, or is flighty and a pony with a quiet nature that has a slight unsoundness and isn’t so attractive.
