The cheeky Shetland pony!! by kimariehere
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Hello all!
Ran into this darling and very cheeky white Shetland pony on vacation in Michagan. I tried to get up close to do a macro shot of her as I did she showed me some attitude !! lol !! She was very spunky and nudged me and my cam a few times - lol no lie infact, when I bent over oppisite direction and attempted to pick up my bag she gave me a quick push on the rear - LOL got me from behind with her nuzzle !!... I did alot of post work to bring it out in humor today and also did some of my smudging , ... was going for a funny wide angel look here !
Most all of you I am sure know abou this breed horse , but here is a little info and history on it today I personally found interesting to read up on !..
The Shetland Pony
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The Shetland Pony originated from the Shetland Islands - North East of Scotland. The ancient ponies' roots are unknown, though it is believed that they are related to the ancient Scandinavian ponies from when the islands were joined with Scandinavia (up until 8000 BC). They were probably influenced by the Celtic Pony, taken by the Celts between 2000 and 1000 BC. The harsh climate and scarce food developed the ponies into extremely hardy animals.
They were first used for carrying peat and ploughing. Then, in the mid-19th century, when laws were passed prohibiting children from working in coal mines, thousands of Shetlands travelled to Mainland Britain to be 'pit ponies,' working underground their whole lives hauling coal. The United States mid-west coal mines also imported some of these animals.
Today, Shetlands are used as children's ponies and are also featured in the Shetland Pony Grand National, galloping around the course with their young jockeys.
Shetland Ponies are hardy and strong due to the fact that the breed evolved in the harsh conditions of the Shetland Islands. Even possibly the strongest breed relative to their size, and one of the toughest breeds of pony in the world. They are also especially long-lived.
Shetlands can be almost every color
In appearance, dished face, wide spaced eyes and small, alert ears. The original breed has a short, muscular neck, compact, stocky bodies, and short, strong legs and a shorter than normal cannon bone in relation to their size. In America, a more refined Shetland Pony has been bred over the past 150 years. American Shetland Ponies often have long thin "hooky" neck, a more refined body, and longer legs. A short broad back and deep girth are universal characteristics as are a springy stride. Shetlands have long thick manes and tails and a dense double winter coat to withstand harsh weather.
Shetland Ponies are generally gentle, good-tempered (though they can be snappy), and very intelligent by nature. Due in part to their intelligence and size, they are easily spoiled and can be very headstrong if not well-trained, and can make good children's ponies, but can be very cheeky.
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Thanks for your time and comments!
Love to you all!!
((( BIG HUGS !! )))
~Kimmers :O) !!! ♥
Comments (67)
brycek
Wonderful work Kim..great info!! ((Hugs))
npauling
I love the treatment you have given this super little pony, made me laugh. Great info too.
jocko500
hahahha that funny what he did to you. thanks for the laff too. This is very well done here. cool work
sharky_
I haven't seen one of these in a long long time. Beautiful capture. Aloha
goodoleboy
What a great perspective shot, Kimmie! A huge head that tapers down to a relatively small body and legs. Nice light and shadow effect. Did you use a wide angle lens or the skew or perspective tool in Photoshop? Beautiful big eyes and magnificent mane (or shock of hair). The Shetland looks like it came out of the movie, CHRONICLES OF NARNIA. Another winner, my dear!
Warblade
lol hey he's cool hun!
jonbg1
LOL, that gave me a chuckle... thanks. :)
tizjezzme
Funny :) Excellent photo, Kim (Kimmie, Kimmers - which do u prefer??) .. love how your softened the tail and mane.
2Loose2Trek
Very cool shot of a pony with lots o' personality. Well done Kimmers!
webdancer
You've actually captured the shetland personality to a "T"! Excellent photo and postwork!
lemonjim
fantastic and plastic lens distortion really hits home, and your story is a 'kink'. ROFLMAO.
rayburg
Excellent 3-D work...always love your stories...
redbeard
Great perspective and focus, a cute pony and a nice shot!
Biffowitz
hahaha..... funny story, funny shot. I think you've captured her temperament very well.
bpclarke
Shetlands can be little practical jokers. She looks like one of those. Great shot! You captured a great personality. Bunny
Richardphotos
awesome post Kimarie and the pony does look spunky and mischivious
emailandthings
Fantastic!!
Digimon
Very cool composition Kimmers!!! Love the way she breaks out of the frame!! Bursting with personality!!
evielouise
awwwwww what a cutieeeeeeeeeeeeee! they are lovely animals a friend had one once oh a long time ago and yes they can get stubborn but most of the time hers was tame and lazy lol: great photo and presentation !
DennisReed
Awesome effect with the head/body, almost surrealistic! Lucky it didn't take a bite! ;)
Sekadhar
You are right - full size much better shows all beauty of this photo! Love horses!!! Excellent and super capture!!!
Hidinthesierras
I love this one Kimmers! what a cool creation, I love the POV, and the creative way you prensented this 'cheeky pony' ! 8-)
romanceworks
Look at the BIG eyes on that darling pony. Just adore how you captured the personality. CC
frankiemas
Wow a wonderful shot of a pony and it looks so stunning!!! You really know how to capture animals, something I can't do, cause animals just don't stay still!!! Beautiful photography Kimmers, Gee, I always wanted a pony!!! Hugsss Frankie ^_^
nongo
You definately made this pony into artwork, I really like the frame too!!!!
idiot_sphinx
I adore the angel of this and the close up is perfect !! You always have such a unique and wonderful way with your captures !!~BRAVO~!!
annie5
What a cool shot Kim..funny story! Very nice photo :)
GiMi53
posted 4 hours ago only and already my comment will be on the second page... it says a lot about your popularity here and the quality of your pictures, Kimmie ! You did a great work here ! :~)
nattarious
OMG!!! Qhat a PONYYYYYY (Q_Q) hehehe.. Love the POV and that strange angle! :)) And yes.. It is a real artwork Ms... Loved your story Kimarie.. And seems that you had a lot of fun in MI alone tho :((.. Thank you for the post and have a nice day.. JOE
bogwoppet
A wonderful piece and I love the way you have him coming out of the frame - Nice one Kimmers - Bravo!