Miniature horse
Appearance
Miniature horses are found all over the world and come in various colors and styles. The miniature horse is a "height" breed; they are a mix of bloodlines that have been bred down over a number of years.
Traditionally, there are two classes: A for horses under 34 inches and B for horses between 34 and 38 inches in height.
The Guide Horse Foundation was founded in 1999 as an experimental program to access the abilities of miniature horses as assistance animals. There is a critical shortage of guide animals for the blind.
In early experiments, Guide Horses have shown great promise as a mobility option, and people who have tried Guide Horses report that the Guide Horses perform exceptionally well at keeping their person safe.