Breed Qualities
Most importantly the Nooitgedacht is famed for its incredibly soft nature
and intelligence. They are known to be “mense-liewend” translated as
“people loving”. Their affinity for people cannot be over emphasized.
They must be a strongly built, with the emphasis on ride-ability and
endurance.
Hardiness is vital, with a sturdy bone structure, strong muscles and
excellent feet.
A compact build, short back, sloping shoulders and comfortable gaits,
enables them to carry a heavy man (80-90 kg) for long distances without
becoming tired or tiring the rider.
Another characteristic of the breed is its surefootedness and hooves that
do not need to be shod.
Because they require so little care and they are able to live on the veldt
they are very easy to keep. This is a trait of the Basuto Pony from which
they emanate.
There is a minimum height requirement of 13.2 hh with 15 hh being the
ideal.
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