Pecan

Pecan came to Bransby Horses in 2016 and is a mini Shetland. He sadly suffers from breathing problems and he is being closely observed by our team of welfare staff and vets. He has additional medication to make sure this is monitored effectively, but this never dampens his spirits. He’s a real charmer! Pecan can be found at the Visitor Centre with the rest of his Shetland herd.

Did you know? Miniature Shetlands are not taller than 38 inches high, The coat of a Shetland is rough and thick, but the coat of a miniature pony is smooth.

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Updates

Pecan and friends have moved around fields twice over the last month. They are having some fencing repaired in their usually spot, this has also allowed them to make the most of the last of the fresh grass before the dreaded winter. He is not looking forward to the winds that creep in during winter. Sometimes they are so strong he has to come in, so he doesn’t get knocked over. He had to say a happy farewell to long time friend Willbery as he has gone to a new home this week. These two grew up together as foals and would spend a lot of time racing each other around.This month we opened ‘Pecan’s Pumpkin Patch’ which he is very proud of. There is even a sign that is bigger than him! To find out more click here.

Pecan has been busy this month. Going for walks with Willberry and taking the role of ‘big brother’ to Ewan. He is very cheeky and full of energy so Pecan has been taking care of him and teaching him about herd life. Pecan doesn’t appreciate baths even in the hot weather but sometimes its necessary to keep him cool.

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Pecan is loving going on walks and adventures with his best friend Willberry and the rest of the herd. He likes to trot around the Visitor Centre Yard and meet new ponies. Pecans favourite thing is going in the riding school, he likes to jump from standstill as high as he can whenever the poles and jumps are out.

Pecan and his friends have settled in well with the bigger Shetland boys. The little ones have all worked out that Piper is the go to one for playtime and McCauley is the guy to be with if you just want a relaxed life.

Pecan did not enjoy having his wormer this week and made loads of mess around the tube. Naughty Pecan! In April, he with moved with his friends; Lance Pegasus and Willberry, to another herd. The new herd has some larger, older Shetlands; Cracker, Piper, McCauley and Smokey Jo. To start with there was a little divide between the two groups however Pecan previously lived with Cracker so he should remember him!