{-Faroese Horse-}

Other names:

Färöer Pferd — Faroese horse — Faroe Pony — Faeroes pony — Färöerpony — Faeroe Island Horse — Føroyski Hesturin — Føroyska rossið — føroysk ross — føroyski hesturin — Færøsk hest — Féroé

The rare Faroese horse is slightly smaller than the popular Icelandic horse, with which it is closely related. Similarly to this breed, there are individuals who can have five gaits (walk, trot, tölt, pass, gallop). However, die Faroe Horse is an independent breed, as was proved by blood tests and most recently by a DNA analysis in September 2004.

Pictures:

Origin and history of the Faroese horse

The ancestors of the Faroese horse were probably brought to the Faroe Islands together with other domestic animals firstly in the 7th century by the Irish monks and secondly later during the land grab by Vikings from the 9th century onwards. It has adapted well to the harsh Faroese nature, as a result the horses are resistant, frugal and hard.

Character and features of the Faroese horse:

Faroese horses have a gentle and patient character, but can also tend to be headstrong. In relation to their small size, they are very strong, persistent and sure-footed. The robust and extremely frugal ponies are adapted to the harsh climate of the Faroe Islands, but they live outdoors all year round and brave wind, rain and storms. Faroese horses can have additional gaits such as tölt and passport.

Sources: - Pictures and information taken from the website below.

https://thepixelnomad.com/faroese-horse/

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Pleaseeeeee help me get these adorable little guys added to HP!!

-Players intrested in the breed-

_{(i can't quite remember how many players are needed to get a breed added.) xD}

1. binx

2. buoy

3. piston

4. naima

5. friction 

Why not?! I'm in! :)

I would be interested in breeding them if they were added!

I'll do one pair

woo!! Thank you both soo much! I got you both added to the list, just need one more intrested player then I can message Koni! :D

I'll do a pair!

woooo!! :D  - I just sent a message to Koni about getting them added! :D

bumppp

Added! 

Please note: As of January 2025, all breeds getting added are on a 3-month 'probation' period. During this period, I will check on each committed breeder to ensure they are actively breeding the added breed. If it is noticed that the committed breeders are no longer actively training/breeding, the breed will be removed and unable to be re-added for another 6 months. 

We have noticed a huge spike lately in players who request a breed to be added to the game, or sign up to help get a breed added and then do not follow through in breeding/training them past the first few weeks of being on the game. Any player noticed committing to breeds regularly and then not continuing with the breed will be noted, and after enough instances, will no longer be counted in the total number of committed breeders. If we see this continuing, we will change the requirements for getting breeds added to ensure breeds are active in the game.  

Super fun - the Faroe Pony used to be here for a time and I had a small line going. I may pick them up again once my life calms down.