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No the Welsh ponies did not look as they do today, but more like the Celtic root stock, which is where they came from. Most of those native ponies looked more or less alike; however the deep valleys and high mountains, and harsh terrain did separate the regions, and 'subspecies', if you will, developed and in time became different breeds off the main stem.

I think we strive to defend the traditional standard because that is how Welsh were defined over a century ago, by the stewards who not only had ponies, but were livestockmen of the highest order. And, in the case of Criban, had been breeding Welsh for over 400 years on their Brecon Beacons. They owned all in the area, including that mountain range and more, until unfortunately a dam flooded much of the valley land and their old home place.

Those original ponies, before outside blood (Arab, Thoroughbred, etc.), were small, mostly dark primitive colors, straight headed, but still possessed the pluck and hardness they were noted for down through the centuries.

The Welsh Pony has had a close relationship with man over the centuries, serving him in many capacities. He has doubtlessly gone through many changes down through the years, all certainly not for the good. NONE of our ponies are of 'original' type, but some are of more original type than most, and are possessors of those wonderful qualities and conformation of a century ago.

Trying to protect and perpetuate any breed against 'change' is a daunting task, certainly not an easy one, when the winds of change blow hard, and it is human nature to 'better' everything on earth.

We all have known TRUE WELSH and that is the core of why we will do our thing, run against the tide, and try so hard to keep some of them for generations in the future.

Cherry Wilson

WPCSA Transfers List

Ever wonder just where are the ponies being sold to or did that person ever send in the transfer of ownership?  The WPCSA offers a monthly list of all transfers of ownership processed.  This service is $20 per year for members and includes the following information: animal's registration number, registered name, date of transfer, seller(s) name & purchaser(s) name & address.

Driving Digest - Co-Op Advertising

This is an exciting time for Welsh!  We all know that our Welsh excel in all kinds of activities – now it is time to let everyone else know what we have known all along.

Co-Operative advertising is an excellent way for a group to share the cost of expensive advertising in major publications.  We need to keep the content and the organization orderly and timely in order to make this work for everyone.  With this in mind, we have determined that the best way to utilize this type of advertising is to point advertisers directly to your website where you can develop, detail and showcase your Welsh further.  If you do not have a website, we will use your phone number to drive your customers directly to your home!

EQUINE JOURNAL - Co-Op Advertising

Equine Journal will feature a Welsh Breed Profile in its upcoming

June, 2008 issue

This is an exciting time for Welsh!  We all know that our Welsh excel in all kinds of activities – now it is time to let everyone else know what we have known all along.

Co-Operative advertising is an excellent way for a group to share the cost of expensive advertising in major publications.  We need to keep the content and the organization orderly and timely in order to make this work for everyone.  With this in mind, we have determined that the best way to utilize this type of advertising is to point advertisers directly to your website where you can develop, detail and showcase your Welsh further.  If you do not have a website, we will use your phone number to drive your customers directly to your home!

Advertising Coordinator 

Martha L. Stover

WPCSA Co-Op Advertising Coordinator

269-668-3588 home

269-668-8096 fax

stoverpaw2@aol.com

Judging the Welsh Breeds - Mrs. Alison Mountain (1974)
The Royal Welsh Show 1976

Words on Welsh - 1981 Pony Journal
The future of Welsh Cobs in the US - 1988 Welsh Roundabout
Creating a Legacy - Ponies 1988
Welsh Section B - Welsh Roundabout 1992

Again the U.K. WPCS members and Council take the lead in preserving the Welsh Breed Standard as it is meant to be.
We admire their tenacity and determination in preserving the true Welsh Breed Standard.

At the meeting of Members Services on Tuesday 13^th November, the subject of white markings was discussed. A solution was framed to go before Council on Monday December 10^th where it was passed unanimously. As the subject is of significant interest to members we feel it appropriate to post the general outline of the solution accepted by the Council in advance of the minutes.

The Council of the WP&CS has agreed to amend the regulations for entry to the Stud Book to read:

Colour: Any colour, except piebald and skewbald including tobiano and overo patterns.

Excessive white should be discouraged. In the showring Judges will be empowered to judge according to personal preference. This will be highlighted in the Judging and Showing Handbook that will be published in January.

Penalties for not supplying the correct colour and markings would be immediate withdrawal of the members’ right to complete colour and markings on registrations. Further penalties could extend to disciplinary proceedings or trading standards.

Following this clarification of regulations, animals registered within Section X of the Stud Book can be reviewed by the Members Services Committee. Individuals wishing to appeal should do so in writing to the Society at 6 Chalybeate Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1HP.

Confused about Piebald/Skewbald/Tobiano/Overo - Definitive Information at this site:

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