PONY LEASING: ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR NEW OWNERS

When you choose to Adopt A Pony, you enjoy the joys of having ponies for kids without the full responsibility that comes with owning your own horse or pony, such as:

🐴 No feeding duties required – You won't have to feed your pony or wait around while it finishes dinner each night. We'll take care of all the daily feeding for you.

🧥 No rug changes morning and night – Taking rugs off in the morning and putting them back on at night is all part of our care routine.

👣 No farrier appointments to attend – When it's time for hoof trims, we'll organise and manage everything.

🩺 No vet visits to schedule – If your pony needs veterinary care, we'll handle the arrangements and ongoing management.

💰 No unexpected vet or farrier bills – We cover those costs, saving you hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars each year.

🌱 No paddock cleaning duties – Forget about collecting pony poo and maintaining paddocks. We've got that covered too!

🧰 No tack or equipment expenses – Saddles, bridles, grooming gear, repairs and maintenance are all included.

💛 All the joy, without the worry or addtional expense – Enjoy the fun, friendship and connection of having a pony in your life, without the full-time responsibilities of ownership.

But you will get to enjoy this aspect of pony 'ownership' with the Adopt A Pony leasing program, which is something that you don't get to experience often (if at all) when you're enrolled in a riding school. 

With Adopt A Pony, you’ll have the chance to:

🐴 Catch your pony – Start your visit by heading out to the paddock and bringing your pony in. It's all part of building that special connection.

🪮 Groom and prepare – Give your pony a good brush, a little pampering, and get them looking their best before your ride.

🐎 Saddle up and ride – Once you're ready, it's time to enjoy your pony adventure!

👨‍👩‍👧 Lead your child on a ride – Parents are welcome to stay and lead younger children on their pony ride and enjoy the experience together.

🌟 Independent riders welcome – Older, more confident riders can enjoy their pony time independently while developing their horsemanship skills.

🧹 Unsaddle and groom again – After your ride, remove your tack and give your pony another brush to thank them for a job well done.

🥕 Prepare a thank-you feed – Mix up a small feed and treat your pony after your ride. They’ll love seeing you arrive with their special reward!

🌾 Return your pony to the paddock – Once your pony is happy and settled, it's time to take them back to their paddock friends.

🪣 Pack away your equipment – Put away any buckets, grooming tools or equipment you've used during your visit.

✨ Leave things tidy – Help keep our facilities looking great by cleaning up any droppings from the tie-up area before you leave.

💛 Enjoy the rewards of caring for a pony -  as if you owned it. Experience the fun, friendship and responsibility of having a pony in your life, while we take care of the bigger day-to-day jobs behind the scenes.