..beautiful ponies as companions, pets and for showing   about us young stock stallions mares gallery     ponies for sale   contact us     We operate a continuous breeding program at Shangrila Shetlands, providing an ever changing stock of young and more mature ponies. Please call us with your requirements and we will be happy to provide details on our current stock, and which animals may best suit. Some general information on Shetland ponies is provided below.   The UK Shetland Pony Stud-Book Society sets the breed standard for registered Shetland ponies world-wide. Although the upper height limit for Shetlands is 42", the breed has "miniature" ponies of 34" or under and "standard" ponies of 34" - 42". All colours known in horses are permitted with the exception of spotted ponies. Shetlands have a "double coat" in winter to help repel the rain and wind which is extremely waterproof. The pony's long, thick mane and tail help keep it warm, even in the often harsh winter climate of the Shetland Isles.     The hardiness of the Shetland pony is legendary, as is its strength - pound for pound the Shetland is believed to be the strongest equine known. This hardiness and strength has come about through years of adaptation to the environment in the pony's native heath.  Shangrila Shetlands, call Bobbi or Dave on 01934 820393 - 7 days a week. To contact us by email click here