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difference between a horse, a donkey, and a pony:

🐎 Horse
Size: Generally tall, usually over 14.2 hands (about 58 inches) at the shoulder

Body: Long legs, muscular build, elegant posture

Ears: Short and upright

Tail: Long, flowing tail

Sound: Neigh or whinny

Temperament: Energetic, fast, often used for riding and racing

Hooves: Large and strong

Uses: Riding, racing, work, shows, police, therapy

🐴 Donkey
Size: Smaller than horses, but can vary

Body: Stockier, with shorter legs

Ears: Long and upright — very noticeable

Tail: Shorter, with a tuft at the end

Sound: Bray (a loud “hee-haw”)

Temperament: More cautious and calm, very strong for their size

Hooves: Small and narrow

Uses: Carrying loads, guarding livestock, companionship

🐎 Pony
Size: Under 14.2 hands (about 58 inches), smaller than a horse

Body: Sturdy and thick-bodied, shorter legs

Ears: Similar to horses, but proportionally smaller

Tail: Like horses, but often thicker

Sound: Neigh or whinny

Temperament: Intelligent and strong-willed, often good for kids

Hooves: Tough and durable

Uses: Riding (especially for children), driving, shows, work

In summary:

Horse = tall, elegant, fast

Donkey = shorter, long ears, strong and calm

Pony = small horse, sturdy, good for kids