It is an animal that prefers isolated environments, far from big cities. It is very resistant, independent and rustic, once trained it becomes docile and affectionate. Because of these qualities, it is a good breed for children and people with disabilities. It also has a small head and a short neck. A large forehead and a wide, short tail. It has short and sturdy legs and, being a perissodactyl mammal, it has legs ending in hooves with an odd number of toes. Ponies have an average weight of 100 kilograms.