We had a very special treat this week! A visit from Marley the pony and his owner Lisa.

We all had a ride around the carpark on his cart,  helped groom him with a variety of special brushes. We were really impressed with his gold hooves and each got a hoof print to keep.  Big thankyou to Kai’s family for organising this.

Equines (horses or ponies) provide psycho-social, emotional and physical benefits for a variety of people. Ponies are sentient beings, and have a special emotional intelligence and tend to mirror humans which can teach us a lot about ourselves, and can bring a variety of benefits.

There are many ways in which it can benefit people, including:

  • reducing stress and anxiety

  • improving self esteem, confidence and trust

  • encouraging communication and sharing

  • improving mental and physical well-being

  • providing a tangible connection to animals and nature

  • managing emotions

  • encouraging empathy

  • encouraging the building of relationships

  • physical benefits of riding such as building muscle strength, mobility, coordination and balance

  • reduce blood pressure

  • shorten recovery time

  • release endorphins – which is particularly good for people who are depressed or lonely

  • and the best therapy of all, bringing happiness and a smile!

I have added the link if anyone is interested booking Marley

https://www.facebook.com/MiniPonyHire/

Have a wonderful weekend stay safe.

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