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Breeds of Livestock - Nooitgedacht Pony
Nooitgedacht Pony
Also Known By: Nooitgedachtperd, Nooitgedachter
The Nooitgedacht Pony is found in the eastern Transvaal region of South Africa. It used for both riding and draft. The breed was developed during the 1950s from the Basuto Pony with some Boer and Arab blood at the Nooitgedacht Research Station near Ermelo. The breed is rare.
Reference:Mason, I.L. 1996. A World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties. Fourth Edition. C.A.B International. 273 pp.Photographs:Nicci Kotkis, South AfricaAngelique Viljoen & Quinton Candiotes, South Africa
