The Falabella is one of the smallest horse breeds in the world, originating in Argentina during the mid-19th century. Developed by the Falabella family, these miniature horses were selectively bred from small horses of Criollo stock, along with other bloodlines such as Shetland Ponies and Thoroughbreds. The goal was to create a true horse breed in miniature form, rather than a pony. Falabellas typically stand between 28 and 34 inches (71–86 cm) tall, with refined proportions that resemble full-s