Dartmoor
Animal identity

Recognize what makes this population itself.

The Dartmoor Pony Society formed in 1924. Joan Dunning's imports and the establishment of an American registry in 1936 became part of the North American story. Dartmoors are small ponies associated with substantial manes and tails, useful movement and children's riding or driving. A pony living on Dartmoor is not automatically a registered purebred Dartmoor.

Appearance introduces the animal; a registry standard explains a documented breeding population. A photograph, color or familiar informal name alone cannot establish every individual’s membership.

Recorded roles

Riding, Driving

Adult Weight

450-500 lbs.

Temperament

Docile, Calm, Friendly, Spirited

Experience Level

Novice

Adult Height

Average 12 hands

Reference values from the breed’s conservation profile. Weight describes a reference animal, not a universal feeding or fitness target. Temperament varies with breeding, individual experience and handling.