The Faroe pony Faeroes Pony or Faroese Horse is a small pony its height is between 11.1 to 12.1 hands (45 to 49 inches 114 to 124 cm) Because of its height it is technically a pony but people on the Faroe Islands call it a horse because of its strength. The colors of the pony are mainly brown chestnut and black. It is known to be very hardy friendly adaptable and surefooted pony.