Big things come in small packages, and when it comes to horses, it seems cuter things come in smaller packages, too.
This KFOR news video introduces the world to Itty Bitty Hope, a foal born in early summer of 2015 at the Mystic Rock Miniatures Ranch in Guthrie, Okla. The video's star amazes viewers by being tiny even by miniature horse standards.
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"I had an idea she was going to be small," says breeder Diana Gilger. "Her mother wasn't really showing in the pregnancy."
Even though Itty Bitty's parents, including ever-attentive mother Jazz, are both miniatures, no one expected Itty Bitty Hope to be a record holder. At only 13 pounds, the foal ties the world record for the smallest horse ever born.
Owners of the Mystic Rock Miniature Ranch believe this newest, smallest member of their ranch will become a star attraction among visitors. Although Itty Bitty Hope is expected to grow some, she will remain small — and adorable — for many years to come.
In fact, according to The Guide Horse Foundation, miniature horses can live a third longer than large horses. This is similar to dog breeds, where smaller dogs often outlive larger breeds.
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