Mufasa and Fudge are scratching withers in the field but what does this mean and why do they do it?
When the ponies live in a natural herd outside together like ours do, you often find the ponies standing together with a friend rubbing the top of their withers.
The wither is the point at the top of the legs and bottom of the mane.
The ponies scratch each other’s withers to make friends within the heard and it is something that they learnt from their mothers when they were little foals. It’s very comforting for the ponies to be scratched on the withers. Can you see which ponies are making friends in the field together?
In the springtime the ponies scratch more so that their winter coats comes out. Which ponies are helping each other lose their winter coats?
So if you want to make friends with your pony it’s a good idea to give him a scratch on his withers then he will be your friend for life.
Watch the video to find out more: Scratching withers, why do Shetland Ponies do that?
Autumn Programme:
We close at the end of November 2022 (weekend 26th/27th). We reopen at the beginning of March 2023.
Shetland Pony Walking is the perfect way for older children, teenagers and grown-ups to enjoy Shetland Ponies in the lovely Surrey countryside. Come and spend time, enjoying and leading your very own Shetland pony. £45/ person.
- Sunday 20 November, 2:15pm- Spaces
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Shetland Pony Club Gift Vouchers: are a wonderful gift for anyone who loves Shetland ponies. We have online vouchers or beautiful hard copy vouchers. £45 – £135. You can purchase them here. Or call the office, 01372 844 077 / 07734 950309.
The School Trot Book– The School Trot is a beautifully illustrated children’s hardback bedtime story book, written by Rosemary, founder of Shetland Pony Club. It’s all about her very first Shetland pony, Billyboon and Camilla, who really did ride to school on a Shetland Pony. This book is a perfect short bedtime story and makes a lovely gift. It is published in hardback only and is £8.99 +p&p. You can purchase here.
Adopt a pony, Robin Hood– rescued pony at Shetland Pony Club. Receive a beautiful pony gift pack, access to Robin Hood’s own website, email updates and a voucher to visit him. Learn all about him and show you care. All proceeds go to help other horses in need. By adopting Robin Hood you are supporting our current horse charity, The Horse Trust. £45 +p&p. Find out more about Adopt a pony here.
Pony Share Membership-You can experience a pony of your own, the easy way, with Pony Share Membership. Learn to ride, build a bond with your pony, come regularly to our club and enjoy pony fun in the countryside. £175-£250/ month during the months of March- November. Join our waitlist for 2023.
Shetland Pony Parties – back on for 3-year-olds! Amazing pony parties for children aged 3 -10 years old. Use of a private facility with 6 ponies, creating magical memories for your child’s birthday. One and a half hours – £650 for 10 children. Extra riding children (up to 18), £25 each. Very popular- Sold out for this season. To book your party for 2023 please contact the office: 07734 950 309 or email us: info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk
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From Rosemary, the Shetland Pony Club Team and all the Shetland ponies
