Walt Disney World has welcomed a new Shetland pony to Tri-Circle-D Ranch, who was just born yesterday. Dr. Mark Penning, the Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment division, announced the birth on Instagram, followed by another announcement on Twitter.
Shetland Pony Born at Walt Disney World
This sweet Shetland pony, seen on the left in the photo above with mom Lady on the right, is a girl, but has yet to have her name revealed. She was born with a white coat, which means she will one day help pull Cinderella’s coach. But for now, she is happily bonding with her mom in the ranch’s pasture.
Tri-Circle-D Ranch
The Tri-Circle-D Ranch is a horse ranch located near Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Guests visiting the ranch may enjoy pony rides as a walk-in experience or book trail rides in advance. Guests may also book a carriage ride year-round, or a sleigh ride excursion during the holiday season.
Disney describes the ranch as home to more than 90 of the “Happiest Horses on Earth:”
Stroll through the stable to visit Cinderella’s Ponies and the majestic horses of Main Street, U.S.A.. Discover the Dragon Calliope—the horse-drawn musical instrument that Walt Disney purchased for the Mickey Mouse Club Circus Parade at Disneyland Park in the 1950s.
Animal lovers of all ages will delight in the variety of breeds that live at Tri-Circle-D Ranch, including Appaloosas, Arabians, Belgians, Clydesdales, Percherons and Quarter Horses, plus Shetland Ponies.
From pony rides to carriage rides, browse fun offerings that are available throughout Walt Disney World Resort.
Will you be stopping by on your next visit to Walt Disney World to say hi to this cute little newcomer? We’d love to hear about your experiences at Tri-Circle-D Ranch in the comments.
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