What does PINO mean in UNCLASSIFIED

PINO stands for “pony in name only.” It is used to describe a breed of horse that looks like a pony but it is actually larger than a typical pony when measured by height.

The primary measure used to determine whether an animal falls into the category of "pony" or "horse" is the height at the withers, which refers to the highest point of the shoulder blades. If the equine's height falls between certain thresholds, then it is typically considered a pony rather than a horse.

Not necessarily - while ponies may generally be smaller and have thicker manes and tails than horses, there are some breeds that look like ponies but are actually too large to fit within the definition of one. In these cases, they are referred to as PINOs — “pony in name only” — because their physical characteristics make them appear like ponies despite their large size.

You can measure your equine's height at the withers with either a measuring stick or weight tape; if its height falls within certain thresholds, it will likely be classified as either a pony or horse depending on how tall it is. If your equine exceeds those limits, however, then it might be classified as a PINO.

Apart from overall size, there may also be other distinctions between ponies and PINOs such as head shape and leg length. Additionally, due to their larger size, PINOs may also have up to twice as much strength as smaller ponies and can reach higher speeds during galloping events.