The Florida cracker horse is another rare breed. It is also called the Florida horse, woods pony, indian pony, prarie pony or florida cow pony. The breed was created by natural selection among the herds o wild horses in florida, and it became a favorite cattle driver. Later however, farmers started using bigger horses for this task, almost causing the extinction of the florida cracker horse.
DESCRIPTION
It is a smaller horse, only about 13.5 hands high. It has an elegant head with lively eyes, the back is short and strong with rounded loins. The horse has a natural alertness, power and stamina. It isborn with a fast gait. They come in any equine colors but are mostly solid or gray.
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