They are ok ponies, but Connemaras or icelandics are good for a child of young age.
i think a shetland pony is a good jumper
Any dog as long as its well trained, really no dogs are exactly mean i do know that these dog breeds are great with children!!!: Irish Setter American Water Spaniel Field Spaniel Welsh Springer...
I have found that Rhode Island reds are great with the kids,If you live in Australia Brown Iris" are exellant pets.
Yes they are not the best with children but they are good with children over the age of 8mons.