It's A Pony Party can custom tailor a party depending of your needs.
It's A Pony Party: 2 Ponies
-This party would include 2 ponies delivered to your party.
-One decorated horse shoe with the birthday child's name on it. (Go to the very bottom of this page to see pics.)
-Treats for the children to feed the ponies at the end of the party.
A pony party for a childs birthday typically lasts 1 1/2 hours depending on the number of kids, etc.. . It could include the format below. Depending on the ages of the children the format may or may not be altered. For children 3 or under, they are more interested in petting, feeding, and riding the ponies. Some kids just want to ride and feed the ponies so we may go straight to riding after safety instructions. We can customize a party to fit your child and your party. During the planning process we will suggest which may be best for your party. We also will match bows and color schemes that ponies my wear, to the color scheme of your party. In addition, we provide all treats that the children will feed to the ponies.
(Parents please note: (The Shetland ponies can carry up to 100 lbs. and Midnight no more than 140 lbs. Part of this is due to the size of the saddles. Any questions please ask.)
Call (414-2737) or email for pricing. Prices are based on travel time and distance, number of ponies needed, and any other party requirements. (Most of our pony parties are less expensive than hiring a clown or other on-site attractions.) Parties are not reserved until the contract and deposit are received. Saturdays book 1-2 months in advance and are very popular year round, especially in the warmer months. Please call if any questions.
A Pony Party: 2 Ponies
I. Introductions
A. Let the kids meet and greet the ponies
B. Kids line up evenly divided beside each pony
C. Explanation of format for the party
II. Basic Safety around horses
A. Basic guidelines on approaching ponies
B. Where to stand/where not to stand when petting/grooming/etc...
C. How to pet the ponies/how not to pet the ponies
III. Ponies: what are they?
A. What are Ponies? Differences between horses and ponies.
B. General information on Ponies and Horses.
C. Horse psychology 101
D. Parts of the pony
IV. Let's ride
A. Proper mounting
B. Taking turns
C. Proper dis-mounting
V. Treats
A. Feeding the ponies treats (we provide the treats)
B. How to hold your hand so the pony can eat the treat
VI. Adios
A. Kissing the ponies bye
B. Hugging the ponies bye.
Call or email for pricing. Variations apply depending on the location of the party.
Parents please familiarize yourselves with this before the ponies arrive.
(Every party there is always one little child that wants to crawl underneath or behind one of the ponies. Other than an unusual glance from the pony we have never had a problem. The ponies are gentle as kittens, but they are ponies, not kittens.)
SAFETY RULES!
1. Do not go behind the pony/horses.
2. No yelling, screaming, or horseplay around the pony/horses.
3. No noise makers (balloons, poppers, fireworks, etc...) around the pony/horses.
4. Do not approach/ride the pony/horses unless accompanied by an It's A Pony Party Representative.
5. Think safety at all times.
6. Not responsible for accidents/injury.
7. Ensure children are attended at all times.
8. No spooking the pony/horses.
9. Do not feed the pony/horses unless accompanied by an It's A Pony Party Representative.
10. All children should wash their hands after riding and after playing with the ponies. Do not eat or drink while petting or riding the ponies.
11. Only Its A Pony Party representatives may lead or handle the ponies. Parents may assist in putting children on the ponies
THANK YOU.
