Raising Scottish ponies
Living the Country Life Radio Program
As long as there have been people living in the highlands and islands of Scotland -- and perhaps longer -- beautiful Scottish Highland ponies have lived alongside them. They have been used for everything from agriculture, to hunting, to the military, but even today's domesticated ponies haven't completely lost their wild side. Many have retained primitive markings like stripes on the back, shoulders and legs. That's just one of the unique features making these beloved horses so popular.
Radio interview source: Tommy Ghrist, owner, Hillock Farms
Learn more about these beautiful ponies:
Highland ponies: Learn all about this breed -- and other horse breeds -- in the "Breeds of Livestock" database from Oklahoma State University Extension.
Highland Pony Society: Visit the official site of the Society for information, news and links for those interested in Highlands. You'll also find a gallery of photos of these beautiful ponies, and information on buying your own registered Highland.
Cowboy Heaven: Learn more about the history of the Highland, and the traits specific to this breed.
Photograph: Oklahoma State University Extension
