Question about Welsh Cobs?

Question

Alright so I'm planning on buying a Welsh Cob that will be 14.2 hh. I would like to know what types of activities I should/can do with one and the size of tack I would need for one. I have owned for 4 years now only Western horses and this will be my first English horse but with what I've heard about their disposition I thought it would be a great first English horse. Please tell me EVERYTHING you can about Welsh Cobs. Thank You.

Answer 1

Welsh COns are suitable for most English riding activities.  

~You can show them in Mountain and Moorland Classes (judged on conformation etc.)

~Working Hunter Classes (Jump a round of rustic fences before being judged on conformation)

~Hacking out - they tend not to be too spooky (bar a few!)

~Jumping - they have a good jump and can also do Cross Country

~Showing in Family Pony etc. classes

~Riding Club Activities

~Dressage but they will probably not make Grand Prix level!

~Being give lots of love and attention!

As far as tack is concerend a cob size should be fine.  Go for a chunkier bridle as this will compliment their native look.  Rug  will have to be measured but numnahs/saddlecloths/boots/headcollars should be fine in a cob size.

Welsh Cobs have a lovely temperment and as they are native have sure-footing.  I would suggest keeping the feathers on their legs as this will protect them but you can give them a tidying up for a smarter look!

As you are planning on getting a 14.2hh Welsh, this will probably be a Welsh Section D.  These come predominantly in Bays, Browns, Blacks etc. (solid colours) but there are a few exceptions.

Good luck with your new Welsh Cob and I'm sure you'll have lots of fun together! :)

Answer 2

U can do pretty much anythign with a Welsh cob

They are all rounders

not sure about  tack tho.

Probs Cob for bridle and halter.

Answer 3

They are tough and can do most things. If you plan on showing in M&M you have to leave the feathers on or you'll get marked down. They can live out unrugged in most weathers as long as they are not clipped ( maybe not if you're in Alaska or somewhere that gets extreme lows - think English weather and they're fine with that.)

Generally they are good-doers and can get fat on fresh air or so it seems sometimes so you'll be watching his weight to make sure he doesn't pile it on as soon as he sees grass.

Temperament -wise they are great, calm, sensible and generally easy going.

http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horse...