Meet Peter and Michelle Patterson your Angels With Hooves Hosts
About Us - Peter and Michelle Patterson
In 2000, Peter and Michelle Patterson began a kids party and event entertainment company called Balloonaversal Entertainments which specialises in events that help to create memorable family moments through unforgettable kids parties and event entertainment. Well recognised for their amazing balloon creations, beautiful face painting and ... pony rides and mini pony grooming activities. They are still active with this today.
How the Therapy Pony activities started
Angels With Hooves evolved from an invitation to bring the very calm, kids party experienced mini ponies to a Aged Care Home in Templestowe in 2005 and from there, both Peter and Michelle were hooked.
Our Vision
To create a world where the gentle presence of animals, particularly ponies, inspires healing, joy, and connection — enriching lives emotionally, physically, and socially through meaningful moments of interaction.
Our Mission
To bring comfort, confidence, and connection to people of all ages through safe, compassionate, and engaging animal-assisted activities. By harnessing the unique bond between humans and ponies, we create uplifting experiences that promote wellbeing, build community, and inspire lasting joy.
Our Values
At the heart of our work is a deep respect for the dignity, wisdom, and life experience of every individual we serve. We believe in creating moments of joy and connection through the gentle presence of animals, enriching emotional, physical, and social wellbeing.
We value family and community, recognising that caring for our elderly and special needs people is a shared responsibility and a privilege. By fostering trust, safety, and compassion in every interaction, we aim to support not only the people we visit, but also the families who love them.
Our commitment is to bring warmth, comfort, and companionship — reminding every person that they are valued, cared for, and never alone.
What makes Angels With Hooves an obvious choice for Animal Assisted Activities?
Peter and Michelle have been bringing joy to children and families through their entertainment company, Balloonaversal Entertainments for more than 25 years, and their warm, people-focused personalities reflect a genuine love for what they do. Their ponies share that same loving spirit — calm, gently, friendly, and perfectly at ease in the company of people.
