Pindos Pony

Pindos
Other names Pindhosor Thessalonian
Country of origin Greece
Traits
Distinguishing features Long head and limbs, light frame

The Pindos (Greek αλογάκι της Πίνδου) is a pony native to the Pindus mountain range in Thessaly and Epirus, Greece.

The Pindos is believed to be a descendant of the ancient Thessalian horse. It is used for riding, driving, and as a pack and draught animal. Its hooves are very strong and Pindos are rarely shod. The usual height for a Pindos is thirteen hands, and the typical coloring is black, bay, or brown.

As of 2002, there were 464 breeding mares and 81 stallions.

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