{"id":190115,"date":"2023-02-12T05:50:12","date_gmt":"2023-02-12T05:50:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/"},"modified":"2023-02-13T09:29:40","modified_gmt":"2023-02-13T09:29:40","slug":"when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/","title":{"rendered":"When can kids start riding ponies?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#When_can_kids_start_riding_ponies\" title=\"When can kids start riding ponies?\">When can kids start riding ponies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_is_the_best_pony_for_beginners\" title=\"What is the best pony for beginners?\">What is the best pony for beginners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#How_much_does_a_riding_pony_cost\" title=\"How much does a riding pony cost?\">How much does a riding pony cost?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#How_old_should_a_pony_be_before_you_ride_it\" title=\"How old should a pony be before you ride it?\">How old should a pony be before you ride it?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#Can_toddlers_ride_ponies\" title=\"Can toddlers ride ponies?\">Can toddlers ride ponies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_age_should_a_horse_be_to_start_riding\" title=\"What age should a horse be to start riding?\">What age should a horse be to start riding?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_is_the_best_breed_for_a_first_pony\" title=\"What is the best breed for a first pony?\">What is the best breed for a first pony?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_is_the_most_kid_friendly_horse\" title=\"What is the most kid friendly horse?\">What is the most kid friendly horse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_breed_of_horse_is_best_for_a_first_horse\" title=\"What breed of horse is best for a first horse?\">What breed of horse is best for a first horse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#Are_Shetland_ponies_good_for_beginners\" title=\"Are Shetland ponies good for beginners?\">Are Shetland ponies good for beginners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#How_much_does_a_nice_riding_horse_cost\" title=\"How much does a nice riding horse cost?\">How much does a nice riding horse cost?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#Is_owning_a_pony_expensive\" title=\"Is owning a pony expensive?\">Is owning a pony expensive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#How_much_does_a_pony_cost_per_year\" title=\"How much does a pony cost per year?\">How much does a pony cost per year?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_is_more_expensive_a_pony_or_a_horse\" title=\"What is more expensive a pony or a horse?\">What is more expensive a pony or a horse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_age_should_horses_start_being_ridden\" title=\"What age should horses start being ridden?\">What age should horses start being ridden?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#How_old_does_a_pony_have_to_be_to_ride\" title=\"How old does a pony have to be to ride?\">How old does a pony have to be to ride?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#When_can_you_start_a_pony_under_saddle\" title=\"When can you start a pony under saddle?\">When can you start a pony under saddle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#Can_horses_be_ridden_at_2_years_old\" title=\"Can horses be ridden at 2 years old?\">Can horses be ridden at 2 years old?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#How_old_should_a_child_be_before_riding_a_horse\" title=\"How old should a child be before riding a horse?\">How old should a child be before riding a horse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#Are_ponies_safe_for_kids\" title=\"Are ponies safe for kids?\">Are ponies safe for kids?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#Are_ponies_easier_to_ride_than_horses\" title=\"Are ponies easier to ride than horses?\">Are ponies easier to ride than horses?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#How_early_can_you_start_riding_a_horse\" title=\"How early can you start riding a horse?\">How early can you start riding a horse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_age_should_a_horse_be_started_under_saddle\" title=\"What age should a horse be started under saddle?\">What age should a horse be started under saddle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#Can_you_ride_a_1_year_old_horse\" title=\"Can you ride a 1 year old horse?\">Can you ride a 1 year old horse?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/when-can-kids-start-riding-ponies\/#What_is_the_best_pony_for_a_beginner\" title=\"What is the best pony for a beginner?\">What is the best pony for a beginner?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_can_kids_start_riding_ponies\"><\/span>When can kids start riding ponies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general, with proper supervision, kids can start riding a (smaller) horse or a pony as young as <b>2-3 years old. Some schools do offer courses for toddlers as the earlier a child gets introduced to a horse, the easier it becomes to be comfortable around them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_pony_for_beginners\"><\/span>What is the best pony for beginners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Top 5 Pony Breeds For Children And Small Adults<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Welsh Pony. Welsh Ponies are not only athletic, but also sturdy and dependable.<\/li>\n<li>Pony of Americas. You&#8217;ll be seeing a whole of spots with the Pony of Americas or POA.<\/li>\n<li>Shetland Pony.<\/li>\n<li>Connemara Pony.<\/li>\n<li>Quarter Pony.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-much-does-a-pony-horse-cost\/\">How much does a pony horse cost?<\/a><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_riding_pony_cost\"><\/span>How much does a riding pony cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ponies might be smaller in stature than horses, but that doesn&#8217;t mean their purchase or upkeep costs are proportionally smaller. The cost of a good pony can be the same or higher than a horse. Expect prices for suitable first ponies to be about <b>$1,000 and upwards<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-199678 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-much-does-a-riding-pony-cost.jpeg\" alt=\"How much does a riding pony cost?\" width=\"1063\" height=\"709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-much-does-a-riding-pony-cost.jpeg 1000w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-much-does-a-riding-pony-cost-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/How-much-does-a-riding-pony-cost-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1063px) 100vw, 1063px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_should_a_pony_be_before_you_ride_it\"><\/span>How old should a pony be before you ride it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Young horses should not be ridden hard until they have physically matured enough to safely carry weight. For most breeds, this will occur when the horse is approximately <b>2 years old<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_toddlers_ride_ponies\"><\/span>Can toddlers ride ponies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In general, <b>with proper supervision, kids can start riding a (smaller) horse or a pony as young as 2-3 years old. Some schools do offer courses for toddlers as the earlier a child gets introduced to a horse, the easier it becomes to be comfortable around them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_should_a_horse_be_to_start_riding\"><\/span>What age should a horse be to start riding?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>On average, it&#8217;s safe to introduce a horse to a rider at the age of four. That&#8217;s not to say equipment and ground work shouldn&#8217;t be done younger. In fact, it&#8217;s advisable to give your horse a solid foundation before even thinking about adding a rider. Your horse&#8217;s workload can increase at the age of five.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_breed_for_a_first_pony\"><\/span>What is the best breed for a first pony?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are seven horse breeds that are often touted as ideal for novice riders<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Morgan Horse.<\/li>\n<li>Friesian Horse.<\/li>\n<li>Icelandic Horse.<\/li>\n<li>American Quarter Horse.<\/li>\n<li>Tennessee Walking Horse.<\/li>\n<li>Connemara Pony.<\/li>\n<li>Welsh Cob.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_most_kid_friendly_horse\"><\/span>What is the most kid friendly horse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Best Horse and Pony Breeds for Kids<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Shetland Pony.<\/li>\n<li>Pony of the Americas.<\/li>\n<li>Welsh Pony and Cob.<\/li>\n<li>Miniature Horse.<\/li>\n<li>American Quarter Horse.<\/li>\n<li>Morgan.<\/li>\n<li>Grade Horse or Pony.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Hxm56tAENx0\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_breed_of_horse_is_best_for_a_first_horse\"><\/span>What breed of horse is best for a first horse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are 11 horse breeds that are traditionally strong fits for first-time owners:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>American Quarter Horse.<\/li>\n<li>American Paint Horse.<\/li>\n<li>Morgan Horse.<\/li>\n<li>Tennessee Walking Horse.<\/li>\n<li>Appaloosa.<\/li>\n<li>Arabian.<\/li>\n<li>Mustang.<\/li>\n<li>Icelandic Horse.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Shetland_ponies_good_for_beginners\"><\/span>Are Shetland ponies good for beginners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Shetland ponies are intelligent, friendly, and loyal. They are strong for their size and <b>may take advantage of more timid beginner riders because of their size, it can be difficult for an adult trainer to hop on and fix problems.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_nice_riding_horse_cost\"><\/span>How much does a nice riding horse cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To buy a horse, you can expect to pay between <b>$100 $10,000, depending on the horse breed&#8217;s pedigree, how you are planning to use the horse, and your location. The average cost of a hobby horse is about $3,000. According to Seriously Equestrian, the most expensive horse breeds can cost up to $250,000.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_owning_a_pony_expensive\"><\/span>Is owning a pony expensive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The initial cost of the horse can vary from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on the pedigree, condition, and level of training. The average cost of a horse used by the hobby horse owners in the survey was $3,000. This is a one-time cost. Board.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_pony_cost_per_year\"><\/span>How much does a pony cost per year?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So while you may be able to find a rescue pony for just a couple hundred dollars, don&#8217;t let that fool you into making a purchase. Responses to a horse-ownership survey from the University of Maine found that the average annual cost of horse ownership is <b>$3,876 per horse, while the median cost is $2,419.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_more_expensive_a_pony_or_a_horse\"><\/span>What is more expensive a pony or a horse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As a general rule, <b>ponies are less expensive than horses. Outside of the initial cost of investment, ponies are also cheaper to keep as they require less feed and have fewer day-to-day costs associated with their care.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_should_horses_start_being_ridden\"><\/span>What age should horses start being ridden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>On average, it&#8217;s safe to introduce a horse to a rider at the age of four. That&#8217;s not to say equipment and groundwork shouldn&#8217;t be done younger. In fact, it&#8217;s advisable to give your horse a solid foundation before even thinking about adding a rider. Your horse&#8217;s workload can increase at the age of five.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-199679\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-age-should-horses-start-being-ridden.jpeg\" alt=\"What age should horses start being ridden?\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-age-should-horses-start-being-ridden.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-age-should-horses-start-being-ridden-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-age-should-horses-start-being-ridden-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-age-should-horses-start-being-ridden-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_does_a_pony_have_to_be_to_ride\"><\/span>How old does a pony have to be to ride?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Best practices advise that ponies be <b>at least 4+1u20442 years old. Stallions are not appropriate for pony rides, and when mares are used, they should not work while they are in heat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_can_you_start_a_pony_under_saddle\"><\/span>When can you start a pony under saddle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Realistically, horses can be started under saddle at an older age, although there is perhaps an optimum time when they can be easily developed mentally and emotionally and that is usually <b>under the age of maturity (7-8 years).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_horses_be_ridden_at_2_years_old\"><\/span>Can horses be ridden at 2 years old?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Young horses should not be ridden hard until they have physically matured enough to safely carry weight. For most breeds, this will occur when the horse is approximately 2 years old.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_should_a_child_be_before_riding_a_horse\"><\/span>How old should a child be before riding a horse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>3 years old<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ponies_safe_for_kids\"><\/span>Are ponies safe for kids?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Welsh ponies of all sizes can make suitable mounts for children. A child could advance from childhood to adulthood riding a small Welsh pony to a slightly larger Welsh cob. They are generally hardy, athletic, intelligent, and versatile animals. You can also train them to ride with Western or English saddles.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_ponies_easier_to_ride_than_horses\"><\/span>Are ponies easier to ride than horses?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But, <b>horses are typically easier to ride for the beginner rider. In turn, making them safer. Ponies are cute and small, and their backs and legs are short. They have a short back which means their two sets of legs are closer together, which leads to a fast, choppy hard to ride gait.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_early_can_you_start_riding_a_horse\"><\/span>How early can you start riding a horse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While some trainers believe it is acceptable to work a two-year-old under saddle, many believe that riding is best put off until the horse is more mature. Many wait until a horse is <b>up to four or five years old to begin training under saddle.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_age_should_a_horse_be_started_under_saddle\"><\/span>What age should a horse be started under saddle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Realistically, horses can be started under saddle at an older age, although there is perhaps an optimum time when they can be easily developed mentally and emotionally and that is usually under the age of maturity (<b>7-8 years).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_ride_a_1_year_old_horse\"><\/span>Can you ride a 1 year old horse?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although a horse&#8217;s bones and joints aren&#8217;t mature enough to carry a rider until they are 2 to 3 years old, <b>gentle unmounted training with 1-year-old horses (called yearlings) can help prepare horses for mounted training.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_pony_for_a_beginner\"><\/span>What is the best pony for a beginner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>American Quarter Horse<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Quarter Horses are arguably the most popular breed for beginners.<\/li>\n<li>Photo Credit: Erin Brown.<\/li>\n<li>Paint Horses are notoriously athletic and calm.<\/li>\n<li>Morgans are great horses for beginners because of their willing and sweet demeanor.<\/li>\n<li>Missouri Fox Trotters can be a smooth and safe option for beginners.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CnmIKw1tb4s\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents When can kids start riding ponies?What is the best pony for beginners?How much does a riding pony cost?How old should a pony be before you ride it?Can toddlers ride ponies?What age should a horse be to start riding?What is the best breed for a first pony?What is the most kid friendly horse?What&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":199677,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/When-can-kids-start-riding-ponies.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190115"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=190115"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190115\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":199680,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/190115\/revisions\/199680"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/199677"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=190115"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=190115"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=190115"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}