How Much Should A 13.2 Cob Weigh?

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660 to 880 pounds

Horse weight based on height
Horse height in hands Horse weight
13.2h 660 to 880 pounds (299.5 – 399 kg)
14h 795 to 990 pounds (360.5 – 449 kg)
14.2h 880 to 990 pounds (399 – 449 kg)

What should a 13.2 cob weigh?

Approximate weights (in kilograms)

Height (hands) Pony Cob
13 250-340
13.2 280-380
14 320-380 360-450
14.2 350-400 380-480

How much should a 13.2 pony weigh?

A 13.2hh pony typically weighs between 300-350kg, but a fine show pony will weigh considerably less than a Welsh section C of the same height.

How much does the average cob weigh?

Welsh Pony and Cob Size
Welsh ponies and cobs weigh between 400 and 700 pounds on average.

How much does a heavy cob weigh?

Heavyweight Cob: mare or gelding 4 years old and over, exceeding 148 cm, but not exceeding 155 cm, capable of carrying more than 89 kg (196 lb).

How do I know if my cob is overweight?

How to tell if your horse is overweight

  1. The ribs should be visible or easily palpable.
  2. There should be no, or minimal, crest.
  3. There should be no fat parts over the shoulder area or the ribs.
  4. There shouldn’t be a noticeable gully on top and between the horse’s hindquarters.

Is 13.2 a medium pony?

All For Show: For showing purposes, ponies are grouped into small, medium, and large sizes. Small ponies are 12.2 hh and under, medium ponies are over 12.2 but no taller than 13.2 hh (1.27 to 1.37 m), and large ponies are over 13.2 hh but no taller than 14.2 hh (1.37 to 1.47 m).

Is 13.2 hands small for a horse?

Ponies. These horses are 10 to 13.2 hands (40 to 54 inches / 1 – 1.4 m) tall. Even though you can find small, medium, and large pony types, only those under 14.2 hands (58 inches / 1.47 m) in height are considered ponies in UK competitions.

How high can a 13.2 pony jump?

Stride guide

Height Bounce 3 strides
12.2hh 2.4-2.7m 9.5-11.5m
13.2hh 3-3.5m 11-13m
14.2hh 3.3m 12-14m

How much hay should a 13.2 pony have?

Your pony should eat approximately 2% (dry weight) of his bodyweight every day, this is about 8kg per day for a 13.2hh pony. This relates to the total weight of everything your pony eats each day including grass, hay or hard feed.

How much bone should a lightweight cob have?

eight-and-a-half inches
A lightweight should not exceed 155cm and have at least eight-and-a-half inches of bone. A heavyweight should also not exceed 155cm and have at least nine-and-a-half inches of bone. A maxi cob is more than 155cm but must be of true cob type.

How fat should a cob be?

A healthy fat covering is a score of 2.5 – 3 out of 5 for most horses, unless your vet advises otherwise.

What makes a good cob?

The cob should be well-mannered and ideal for nervous or elderly riders. Cobs should have sensible heads, (sometimes Roman nosed), a full, generous eye, shapely neck, well muscled… and with a well-defined wither.”

How much does a 16hh cob weigh?

A Thoroughbred horse that’s primarily used for racing would be expected to weigh in at around 500kg (1,100lbs) on average, ranging from about 400kg (900lbs) for a 15hh horse to roughly 600kg (1,300lbs) for a 16.3hh horse.

Is a cob a good first horse?

Cobs are often considered as the most suitable horses for beginners, but not all of them are fit for first-time horse owners. The Welsh Section D, for example, can be quite fiery and a sharp ride, and would not be classified as an ideal choice of mount for a less than capable or confident rider.

What is the lifespan of a cob?

Gypsy Vanner (also called the Gypsy Horse, Irish Cob, or Traditional Gypsy Cob): 25-30+ years. Hackney: 25-30 years.

What age are cobs fully grown?

By around 12 months old, the horse will have reached roughly 90 percent of their height. After this rapid growth period, the growth rate slows down substantially, typically taking another 4 to 6 years for them to finally reach their maximum height and weight.

How often should I ride my cob?

If you are someone who likes to casually ride your horse, riding at least twice a week for 20-30 minutes at a time can help your horse be at the correct level of fitness. This should include some extended periods of trotting and cantering in order to get the horse’s heart rate up.

Can cobs jump high?

Cobs are renowned for their versatility. Commonly assumed to be sedate and sensible, a fit cob can equally be forward going, fast, fiery and fun. They will take most disciplines in their stride and are often capable jumpers.

How big is a 13.2 pony?

54-56 inches
Equine Size-Chart

DESCRIPTION HANDS INCHES
PONY 13.2 H 54-56 inches
HORSE 14 H 56-58 inches
14.2 H 58-60 inches
15 H 60-62 inches

Is 13.3 a large pony?

For some competitions, ponies have to be measured to obtain an official “pony card.” The card puts them in the appropriate height category: Small ponies measure 12.2 hands and under. Medium ponies measure 12.3 hands to 13.2 hands. Large ponies measure 13.3 to 14.2 hands.

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