American Miniature Horse

American Miniature Horse
A registered stallion of Arab type
Conservation status
  • FAO (2007): not at risk:127
  • DAD-IS (2022): at risk
Other namesAmerican Miniature
Country of originUnited States
StandardAmerican Miniature Horse Association
Traits
Height
  • not over 38 in (97 cm)
Colorany

The American Miniature Horse is an American breed of small or miniature horse. It has been selectively bred to display in miniature the physical characteristics of a full-sized horse, and usually stands no taller than about 38 in (97 cm). It frequently has the appearance of either a small Arab or a small draft horse; genetically it is no different to pony breeds such as the Shetland.:434:432