Shetland Pony Taken at Ardmore Point on 22nd April 2021 using Nikon D500 with Sigma 600 mm lens.   Taken at Ardmore Point on 20th March 2020 using Nikon D500 with Sigma 600 mm lens. Taken at Ardmore Point on 24th March 2017 using Nikon D5200with Sigma 600 mm lens.   Shetland Pony. Species: Order: Family: A.K.A. Equus ferus caballus. Perissodactyla. Equidae. Height: Description: Feature: Minimum 7.0 hands. Maximum 10.2 hands. Shetlands have small heads, sometimes with dished faces, widely spaced eyes and small and alert ears. The original breed has a short, muscular neck; a compact, stocky body; short, strong legs; and a shorter-than-normal cannon bone in relation to its size. A short broad back and deep girth are universal characteristics, as is a springy stride. Shetlands have long thick manes and tails and dense double winter coats to withstand harsh weather. Shetland ponies are generally gentle, good-tempered, and very intelligent by nature. They make good children's ponies, and are sometimes noted for having a "brave" character. They can be very opinionated or "cheeky", and can be impatient, snappy, and sometimes become uncooperative. Due in part to their intelligence and size, they are easily spoiled and can be very headstrong if not well-trained.