They are athletic and natural jumpers, and can excel at disciplines such as dressage, pony racing, and Pony Club eventing and tetrathlon. Can Welsh Cobs jump? Today, the modern Welsh Pony and Cob breeds are used for many equestrian competitive disciplines, including showing, jumping, and driving, as well as for Read more…
In contrast to the Welsh pony (Section B), the Pony of Cob Type is heavier, more coblike and compact. They have a moderate amount of feathering on their legs. The Welsh Pony of Cob Type first resulted from cross-breeding between the Welsh mountain pony (Section A) and the Welsh Cob Read more…
Native to Great Britain, Welsh ponies and cobs are believed to have existed in Wales for thousands of years. They likely developed from crossing native ponies with Arabian, thoroughbred, and hackney bloodlines. Where is the Welsh cob from? WalesThe Welsh Pony and Cob is a group of four closely-related horse Read more…
The Welsh Cob is a hardy equine, and as with other Welsh ponies they will enjoy a pasture situation. Are Welsh cobs good jumpers? 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 Read more…
The Welsh Cob (Section D) is the largest size within the Welsh Pony and Cob breed registries. They must be taller than 13.2 hands (54 inches, 137 cm), with no upper height limit. They are used as riding horses for both adults and children, and are also used for driving. Read more…
Wales. Vital Stats HEIGHT: 13.2hh or taller BEST FOR: Leisure riding, harness driving and more ORIGIN: Wales Where did Welsh Cobs originate? WalesPART-BRED WELSH Welsh Ponies and Cobs are well-known for their friendly personalities and even temperaments; they are extremely intelligent and easily trained. They originated in the mountainous region Read more…