Shetland Ponies are originally from the Shetland Isles and are very strong for their size. Averaging 101 cm (40 inches) in height they are too small to be measured in hands like most ponies.
	Dingle arrived at the Farm after Ruby (see below), but is believed to be slightly older than her. We are unsure as to exactly how old he is. Despite his size he can pull heavy weights and is also very good for young children to ride. Dingle loves his food but because he's prone to laminitis he has to be kept on a strict diet! His favourite trick is to roll in the mud just after he's been groomed.

		Dingle is currently at Lambourne End Outdoor Centre to give him some company now that Ruby has been retired to the Horses Trust. We will be getting a new horse/pony at the Farm to replace Ruby (although she left very large horse-shoes to fill!) and as a friend for Dingle. Dingle is one of the animals in the Farm's Animal Share scheme.
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