Icelandic Horse

Iceland, 13 to 14 hands, famous for the smooth five-beat tolt gait. Calm and great for beginners.

Andalusian Horse

Spain, 15 to 16.2 hands, elegant and athletic, a top choice for dressage.

American Paint Horse

United States, 14.2 to 16.2 hands, known for its bold two-toned coat.

Domestic Donkey

Descended from the African wild ass, standing 9 to 12 hands and living 25 to 35 years. Hardy and low-maintenance.

Miniature Horse

Under 34 to 38 inches, all colors, and lives 25 to 35 years. Gentle, easy to keep, and often trained as a service animal.

Miniature Donkey

From Sardinia and Sicily, standing 28 to 36 inches and living 25 to 30 years. Social and affectionate, great for beginners.

Miniature Hereford

Around 42 inches with the classic red and white coat, living 15 to 20 years. Eats far less than full-sized cattle and makes a great backyard pet.

Domestic Rabbit

Ranges from 2.5 to 20-plus pounds depending on breed and lives 8 to 12 years. Social, low-maintenance, and great for kids and beginners.