The Gentle Pocket Equine of European Royalty

In the 1600s, European nobility bred tiny horses as royal pets for aristocratic children. Later, these sturdy miniature horses worked in coal mines pulling small coal carts through narrow underground shafts. Today, the Miniature Horse is celebrated as a devoted companion and official service animal!

Standing under 34 inches tall at the shoulders, Minis possess all the grace and beauty of full-sized horses in a compact, gentle frame.

🐴 The ADA Service Animal Superpower

Miniature Horses possess qualities that make them extraordinary service companions:

• Long Lifespan: Minis live for 30 to 35 years, providing decades of continuous assistance.
• Calm Temperament: Their natural herd instinct and 300-degree field of vision make them steady, reliable guides.

🌾 Pasture & Hoof Care

• Grass Management: Because Minis process food efficiently, pasture grazing must be managed to prevent obesity.
• Farrier Care: Regular hoof trimming every 6 to 8 weeks keeps their small hooves balanced and healthy.

🏡 Designing a Miniature Horse Sanctuary

• Herd Companionship: Minis are herd animals and need another mini horse, pony, or goat as a pasture buddy!
• Run-In Shelter: A dry, three-sided shed protects them from wind, rain, and hot summer sun.