Today, the American miniature horse is one of the world's
fastest growing and most beloved equine breeds. Give a big hand
to the little horsey. Classically elegant, gentle by nature and
appealing to people of all abilities, this unique equine --
standing no taller than 38 inches at the withers, as measured
from the last hairs of the mane -- is truly the main-event
"Horse For Everyone." Size does matter here -- and it's good to
be imp. A scaled-down version of the standard-size horse, the
American miniature horse may indeed be a horse of a different
color, flashing by in a rainbow of coat colors and patterns, and
several body types, including draft and Arabian. After nearly
400 years of Big smiles come from the moment of introduction to
this little critter. Youth, adults, individuals with special
needs and the elderly enjoy this small breed in many ways: as
investments, show partners or companions. Children who may be
afraid of the standard-size horse often jump at the chance to
embrace a miniature horse or fo