Jeremiah Shares Morning Tea With New Friends
Meet Jeremiah — our much-loved miniature therapy pony who has been bringing joy to children, families, and aged care residents for more than 10 years. With his chocolate-brown coat and distinctive white star on his forehead, Jeremiah is as charming to look at as he is to spend time with. But it’s his calm, gentle personality that truly makes him unforgettable.
From the time he was a foal, Jeremiah has shown an incredible patience and willingness to please. Always eager to connect with people, he has been a favourite at children’s parties, where his gentle nature and fun-loving spirit have made countless birthdays extra magical. Over the years, he’s also become a regular visitor at aged care centres and special needs organisations, where his quiet presence has a way of brightening hearts and lifting spirits.
What makes Jeremiah extra special is not just his temperament, but also his talent. Trick trained, Jeremiah can perform a variety of delightful acts — from nodding his head yes or shaking it no, to counting with his hooves. He can bow gracefully, rear up on command, and even flash a cheeky smile for the camera. These tricks never fail to bring laughter and amazement to audiences young and old, sparking moments of connection that live long in memory.
But sometimes, it’s the unscripted moments that capture hearts the most. On one of his recent aged care visits, Jeremiah wandered up to a table where a group of elderly residents were enjoying their morning tea. Ever the curious pony, he stretched his nose toward the table to investigate what was in their cups. The ladies laughed at his interest and, in a moment of pure delight, poured a little tea into a saucer and offered Jeremiah his very own “cuppa.” With gentle encouragement, Jeremiah lowered his head and sipped politely, sharing in the moment as though he were just another guest at the table. The room filled with laughter and chatter, and for those few minutes, everyone was simply enjoying life together. It’s memories like these that show the true magic of animal-assisted activities — simple interactions that bring joy, connection, and companionship in the most unexpected ways.
As Jeremiah has grown older, it’s as though he has grown wiser, too. He seems to instinctively sense when someone needs extra gentleness. In aged care centres, he lowers his head carefully into the hands of residents, standing quietly so they can stroke his soft coat. With children and adults with special needs, he remains still and calm, creating a safe and reassuring experience. It’s this sensitivity and intuition that make him one of a kind.
Jeremiah may be small in size, but he has an enormous heart. For over a decade, he has shared joy, laughter, and companionship with people of all ages. Whether he is on stage performing and delighting a crowd with his tricks, joining residents for a cheeky “cuppa,” or simply standing quietly beside someone who needs comfort, Jeremiah reminds us of the extraordinary bond between humans and animals.
Yes, Jeremiah really is one of a kind - and if you ask the ladies at morning tea, he makes a wonderful tea-tine companion too.
