Here is the first series of photos for my mini horse project! I have been waiting for the good weather and it’s here at last. I have been in touch with many mini horse owners over the past few months and have a bunch of sessions planned for this summer. I’m so thrilled about it. I have always been horse-crazy, but when my mini May showed up I fell head over hoof. I never knew how wonderful minis are. I’m crazy for them now.
Minis are everywhere on Prince Edward Island. These four minis live across the road from me. They are HILARIOUS. I was laughing and giddy the whole time. The followed me all over the place so incredibly curious about me and what I was doing in their field. Luckily three of them lost interest in me after a while so I was able to get some shots, but there was one who just wouldn’t stop following me and snuggling… I can’t wait to go back for more!
Miniature horses are not ponies. While miniature horses are usually less than 34–38 inches, they are considered “horses” by their respective registries because they retain horse characteristics. (Ponies have different characteristics altogether.) Minis have various colors and coat patterns. They are very funny and friendly and are often kept as family pets and primarily serve as a companion animal. They can be ridden, pull carts, and are also trained as service animals for people with disabilities. Yes, you heard me. I was quite surprised. One of my sessions this summer is with a woman here on PEI who uses minis as service and therapy animals. While miniature horses can be trained to work indoors, they are still real horses and are healthier when allowed to live outdoors with proper shelter and room to run. They are generally quite hardy, often living longer on average than some full-sized horse breeds; the average life span of miniature horses is from 25 to 35 years. They are very wonderful little beings that will fill you up with joy.
Pretty indeed. They seem to have very rough coats.
Excellent work as well. Beautiful photography! I look forward to your next installment!
Wow, amazing details in these Heather & the lighting is incredible. They really are pretty!
Heather your work with minis is awesome. As a mini horse owner I would love for you to take come pictures of mine, but the only problem is I live in the US in Washington state quite a ways from PEI :). Keep up the good work I to am anxious for your next group of pics.
I have a wonderful mini in Pennsylvania, please come and visit and photograph her. She even has her own Facebook spot !! She has a beautiful heart and soul and is full of attitude also. Get in touch.
They have very thick coats from Winter, but when they shed out they have beautiful shiny coats. I just bought my first 2 minis about 2 months ago. =]
Beautiful pictures that portray the little horses so well. I assume you are talking about Mary Gallant’s Lucky Hooves Therapy Minis? We are a like organization in Austin, TX, USA – Mary and I are FB and internet friends.
Cheers!
Sally
Minis and Friends
http://www.minisandfriends.org
Beautiful Pics! I have two minis and have searched for (mini stuff) such as post cards, christmas cards etc. and can not find any. Might be an idea for you.
Thank you Debra! I will be offering some products soon!
Just visited your site for first time. Looking forward to coming back frequently.