Waar kan ik een Exmoor Pony kopen in Vlaanderen?

Bij Sheela Farm in Rumst (provincie Antwerpen) kun je terecht voor Exmoor Ponies. Wij selecteren zorgvuldig dieren die geschikt zijn voor extensieve begrazing, leveren begeleiding bij aankoop en houden rekening met transport in Vlaanderen/België.

Wat is de geschiedenis van de Exmoor Pony?

De Exmoor Pony behoort tot de oudste Britse ponymachten, oorspronkelijk levend op het Exmoor‑moorland, en is sinds de middeleeuwen geregistreerd. Het ras is aangepast aan ruige omstandigheden, graast al eeuwen op heidevelden en werd later ook buiten het native gebied verspreid. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Wat is het beste paard geschikt voor natuurbegrazing?

Voor natuurbegrazing is de Exmoor Pony een uitstekende keuze: het ras is bestand tegen ruig terrein, heeft een robuuste constitutie, vereist weinig externe input, beschadigt de bodem nauwelijks dankzij zijn compacte en efficiënte graasgedrag. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

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Exmoor pony

At Sheela Farm, we're proud to celebrate the unique Exmoor pony. This breed descends directly from the wild ancestral ponies that once roamed Europe. There are only about 2,000 left worldwide, and we believe it's important to help protect these magnificent ponies. That's why we use them for natural grazing—they're perfect for outdoor work, as they're accustomed to harsh weather. We also breed these ponies specifically for sale. In this way, we contribute to the conservation and propagation of this remarkable breed.

Back in the days

The Exmoor pony is one of the last truly wild ponies, alongside the Przewalski's horse. In southwest England, in the Exmoor region, they have managed to retain their wild character. They have not been mixed with "improved" horse breeds, so they remain very close to the original wild ponies.

They even resemble the horses once depicted in Ice Age cave paintings. Their isolated habitat makes them strong and healthy, with little disease. After nearly disappearing in the last century, thousands of genetically pure Exmoor ponies now live there again. Here in Flanders, we help them preserve these wild qualities and use them for nature conservation.

Good to know

Exmoor ponies are small but powerful. Mares grow to about 1.15 to 1.30 meters (3.5 to 4.3 feet) tall. They typically have a light to dark brown coat, with a distinctive light ring around the eyes and a grayish "meal muzzle" around the nose and mouth.

They have a sturdy body, short, strong legs, and thick hooves. In winter, they grow a dense, warm coat that protects them from the cold. In summer, their fur shines copper-colored in the sun. They are strong, move easily, and have enormous stamina.

Did you know that

Can Exmoor ponies easily carry the weight of an adult?

Interested in one of our ponies?

At Sheela Farm, we consciously choose quality over quantity. We sell our animals primarily to enthusiasts. Interested in an Exmoor pony? Reach out or read more in our FAQ section.

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