Miniature therapy ponies have been bringing joy to elderly patients at care homes and hospitals. The ponies travel across Scotland with owners Elaine and John Sangster from West Lothian, both 60, and ...

A care home resident with dementia was left overjoyed when she was surprised by a visit from a Shetland pony. Jean Halls, 92, lives at Harleston House Care Home in Lowestoft, Suffolk, and was ...

Two ponies have visited a care home to spend time with the residents. Jammy and Sugar, from A Million Memories Pony Parties ...

Adding to the joy, Bonnie, a lovable Labrador therapy dog, recently joined residents for a game of doggy bingo before making individual visits. Her friendly demeanour provided comfort and encouraged ...

The breed’s average lifespan is 30 to 40 years. The Connemara pony is an adaptable companion equally at home being ridden by children or competing in the show jumping arena. The breed’s Irish ...