[citation needed] They are tough animals that are not shod and are remarkably sound, with hard feet, and strong legs.

[2] The ponies lack the traditionally "pretty" conformation,[citation needed] having a large and unrefined head,[1] and upright shoulder that produces short and choppy strides.

[citation needed] The chest and back are narrow, although the neck is usually of a good length.

It is possible that ancient stocks were brought to Indonesia by the Chinese Tang dynasty in the 7th century, recorded as being given to Dja-va (Kalingga kingdom), Dva-ha-la, and Dva-pa-tan (Bali).

However, they easily perform the tasks required by the native people, including carting coral and stones from the beach.