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Miniature horses are present in several countries, including
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of a full-sized horse, but to be little over 100 cm (40 in) in height, or even less. Although such horses have the appearance of small horses, they are genetically much more similar to
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documentation of them from the late eighteenth century. In the first half of the twentieth century small horses were bred in
England by Lady Estella Mary Hope and her sister Lady Dorothea.
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Miniature horses are generally quite hardy. They often live for longer than is typical for full-sized horses of some breeds; the usual life span is from 25 to 35 years.
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Miniature horses are commonly kept as companion animals. They are often too small for any but the smallest riders to ride, but are well suited to
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Their pre-disposition to disease is markedly different from that of full-sized horses. They are only rarely affected by ailments such as
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