Adorable pony brings smiles to Buckingham care home residents

A new friendly face trotted into a Buckingham care home to meet residents for a special afternoon of animal therapy.

Residents at Care UK’s Maids Moreton Hall, in Church Street, gathered to meet Teddy the pony and shower him with lots of love and attention.

As part of the animal therapy session hosted by Ollie and Friends, residents learned how to care for ponies as well as interesting facts about the calming, friendly animals. Many of the residents commented on how well-behaved Teddy was and enjoyed having the opportunity to meet him.    

Iain Shann, aged 87, said: “It was lovely to see something different in the home. I got to stroke Teddy the pony, he was very soft.”

Ina Almasan, General Manager at Maids Moreton Hall, said: “We had a wonderful afternoon welcoming our very special guest, Teddy.

“At Maids Moreton Hall, we understand how beneficial animal therapy sessions can be for residents. Time spent in the company of animals can help lift a person’s mood and encourage social interaction, especially for those living with dementia. Ponies are gentle, social animals who enjoy interacting with humans, making them perfect for spending time with residents. 

“Thank you to Ollie and Friends for bringing Teddy to the home. We look forward to welcoming other animals to Maids Moreton Hall in the future.”

Designed to enable residents to live active and fulfilled lives, while also promoting independence, Maids Moreton Hall incorporates space for hobby and leisure activities. The layout of the home has been configured to facilitate the creation of close-knit communities and encourage social interaction among the residents.