Shetland pony

American  

noun

1. one of a breed of small but sturdy, rough-coated ponies, raised originally in the Shetland Islands.

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Shetland pony British  

noun

1. Also called: sheltie.  a very small sturdy breed of pony with a long shaggy mane and tail

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Etymology

Origin of Shetland pony

First recorded in 1795–1805

Example Sentences

That is as far north as the lower parts of Alaska, or the Shetland Islands of Scotland, birthplace of the famously brave and rugged Shetland ponies.

From Literature

He is strikingly similar in size to a Shetland pony but large dogs have always been part of 27-year-old Amy's life.

From BBC

A farmer from South Uist claims sea eagles are behind the disappearance of five Shetland pony foals from his hillside croft.

From BBC

Two of six Shetland ponies that went missing from a national park have been reunited with their owner after being found by a member of the public.

From BBC

A UK-wide search has been launched after six Shetland ponies went missing from a national park.

From BBC