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Those who defined the BREED STANDARD were the caretakers of the day who
saw a need to have a general registry for the breeding records, getting
them out of each farmer's dining room, and recording them in a central
location, for all to see and have access to. They were only the breeders
of the DAY. The Welsh breed was centuries old, and much commented about in
old Celtic writings, and already established when Julius Caesar invaded
Brittany in 55 a.d. 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 |
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| Ancient History | Welsh Articles | More Articles | The Welsh Pony Book circa 1914 | Criban Victor | The White Issue | ||||||||||||||||||
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New Jersey Pony Breeders & Owners, Inc. Website Information, Prize Lists, Membership |
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THE WELSH PONY AND
COB SOCIETY OF AMERICA Articles of Incorporation, ByLaws, Rules, etc. |
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| Rules for Not-For-Profit Corporations | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Don't forget to send in your Stallion Reports - Report Form Here | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| WPCSA Stallion Directory Ad Information and Form | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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| See an article on some outstanding Welsh Pony Promotion here | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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WPCSA Transfers List
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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!
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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
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| view articles and pictures of years gone by from the WPCSA Yearbooks and local Welsh Pony Associations here. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Judging the Welsh
Breeds - Mrs. Alison Mountain (1974) |
Words on Welsh - 1981
Pony Journal |
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| WPCS Breed Standard Pamphlet given to new members in the 1970's | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Again the U.K. WPCS members and Council take the lead in
preserving the Welsh Breed Standard as it is meant to be. |
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At the meeting of Members Services on Tuesday 13th November, the subject of white markings was discussed. A solution was framed to go before Council on Monday December 10th 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. |
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| At the insistence of their membership The Welsh Pony and Cob Society of Great Britain hired a Consultant to review the organization and make recommendations to improve their methods of operation, and the perception of the organization by members and the public. See the information here. | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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| The Breed Standard vs. the White Issue | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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Confused about Piebald/Skewbald/Tobiano/Overo - Definitive Information at this site: |
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The Welsh Pony and Cob Breed Standard CORRECT CONFORMATION |
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