The Hokkaido pony is another offshoot of the Mongolian
pony, and has the characteristic dun coloring with an eel stripe and black points. It is tough
and frugal, and stands around 13 hh. It is used for general riding, packing, and transportation.
Check out these websites to find out more about the Hokkaido Pony!
http://www.paralumun.com/ponyhokkaido.htm
http://www.agri.pref.hokkaido.jp/sintoku/beef/english/dobutu/Animals/
horse/hokkaidopony.html (pictures)
http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/hokkaido/
http://www.maxpages.com/equistuff/Breed_info_G_H_and_I_page
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