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A Tiny Pony Hopped Onto a Bichon Puppy and Called It a Ride

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The tiny brown pony has climbed on top of a white Bichon Frise puppy and is riding him across the lawn as if it were the most natural thing in the world. The puppy trots forward with his tongue out and a big happy grin, his round, curly face shining like a powder puff. The pony's shaggy mane flops over its eyes, its hooves tucked on the puppy's back. A fence, a shrub and a wall of siding frame the yard.

We can call the pony Clover and the puppy Marshmallow. Clover looks pleased with her position and holds steady, while Marshmallow's bouncing steps make her mane sway. Neither seems to be in any rush.

Miniature horses and ponies can live happily around dogs when they are properly introduced, and many farms have just such a pair. Ponies are herd animals, so they appreciate company, and a friendly dog can make them feel calm. Bichon Frise puppies are cheerful, social little dogs that need regular grooming and gentle handling, and they are not built to carry weight, so a real puppy should never be ridden. Hooves are heavy and a kick can hurt a small dog, so supervise any meeting between a pony and a puppy, keep sessions short, and let the puppy approach slowly. Talk to your vet about vaccines for both animals.

Clover and Marshmallow make it look easy, and the ride looks delightful for both of them.

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