Pony Parties

Napoleon is available for private parties in Western Saddle for lead line pony rides.

Fri, Sat & Sun

Rate is $125 pr hour, with a 2 hour minimum and 4 hour maximum.

Mon-Thurs

Rate $85 pr hour, with a 2 hour minimum and 4 hour maximum.

Napoleon does NOT work 7 days a week. Once his calendar is booked with 4 dates, it's closed for the week. So book early to avoid missing your desired date. Mom & Dad might have questions regarding parties. Scroll down the page to read Frequent Questions.

The birthday boy or girl will receive

a special gift from Napoleon.

NAPOLEON'S REFERRALS

Booking fee is for locations within 35 miles of our home which includes towns of Alice, Kingsville, Mathis, George West, Odem, Sinton, Northwest Corpus Christi to the Southside of Corpus Christi.

We do our best to make you happy and earn our fees. If something comes up that you need to change your event date, please notify us as soon as possible.

Should bad weather occur on your date and we are not able to make your event, you may reschedule and get an extra hour for free. All rescheduling MUST be done in writing and within 90 days of your original event date, otherwise we will consider you no longer interested in our services and deposit is forfeited.

NOTE: IF WE ARE UNABLE TO MAKE YOUR EVENT BECAUSE OF LAMENESS or OTHER ISSUES DUE TO OUR SCHEDULE, WE WILL REFUND YOUR DEPOSIT or OFFER YOU AN ALTERNATE DATE.

Napoleon will show up to the party with his own treats for children to give him at the end of the riding. He will also bring his brush and comb so kids (particularly little girls) will enjoy brushing his long mane. We are also working on a Napoleon coloring book which will be available soon.

PLEASE REVIEW OUR PONY EVENT AGREEMENT AND SAFETY GUIDELINES BEFORE CONTACTING US. WE WILL EXPECT A SIGNED COPY OF THIS UPON BOOKING AND PRIOR TO THE EVENT.

Children really enjoy sending in these forms and feeling like they've made a difference in a horse's life. Some of the groups even have horses you can sponsor and receive updates about. Warning: Some links to horse abuse are difficult look at and believe humans can be so cruel. Parents should first visit the sites prior to allowing children access.

WARNING: UNDER TEXAS LAW (CHAPTER 87, CIVIL PRACTICE AND REMEDIES CODE), AN EQUINE PROFESSIONAL IS NOT LIABLE FOR AN INJURY TO OR THE DEATH OF A PARTICIPANT IN EQUINE ACTIVITIES RESULTING FROM THE INHERENT RISKS OF EQUINE ACTIVITIES.

A: Due to personal safety for our animals and internet predators we do not offer our phone number nor address on the internet. If you received our pony picture post card, the phone number is there. So you may first contact us via e-mail to establish you are a real person seeking a pony party with your name & event location.

A: We are able to perform pony rides just about anywhere as long as the surface is level, non-slippery and not comprised of loose gravel, stones or loose / vicious dogs. For pony rides we can utilize driveways, sidewalks, quiet streets, etc.

A: Please keep all dogs inside or put away for the duration of the event. If there is a loose dog, the pony will be stopped until the dog is put away. Excited dogs charging the pony, nipping the pony's heels, etc. ARE a SERIOUS safety hazard. This is for the safety of the children, the pony and the dog.

A: YES!!!!!! Ponies cannot work on any area that has been chemically treated (fertilizer or insecticide) within the past 7 days due to the danger of poisoning. Please be honest with us about this potential danger. Our pony is first and foremost a beloved family pet.

A: Please insure the set up area for the pony and or zoo is free of ant mounds, bee hives, wasp nests, etc. We will NOT set up in these dangerous areas. Please also insure the set up area is free of dangerous holes, dog or animal feces, glass, trash, etc...if we arrive and we find we have to "Clean UP" we will deduct that time from your party time. If we feel the area is unsafe for our animals or humans we will try to find an alternate location. If no suitable location we will not proceed and your deposit is forfeited.

A: We meticulously clean up after the pony during the party and after. However, some people want to keep the pony's manure for gardening purposes. If the host wants to keep the manure we will scoop it aside for you and out of the way while we are enjoying the pony rides.

A: For areas of the Alice, Kingsville, Robstown, Odem, Mathis and central Corpus Christi area there is no travel fee. But, unfortunately due to the high cost of fuel now we must charge a fee to offset our costs when we travel over the Harbor Bridge or into Flour Bluff. AFTER 35 miles from our home we charge a travel fee of $1.50 per mile one way from our address to your event location. We use mapquest.com to verify the distance from our home to your event location listed on your signed contract.

A: We do require a $100.00 non-refundable deposit. We do our best to make you happy and earn our fees. If something comes up that you need to change your event date, please notify us as soon as possible. We do not overbook and will book you at our next available date.

A: Should bad weather occur on your date and we are not able to make your event, you may reschedule and get an extra hour for free. Due to the nature of our weather here in South Texas it can be raining at our house west of Robstown and not in Corpus Christi or vice versa. Should it look like rain on your event date we'll be keeping in contact with you prior to our departure. Lightning can strike from distances over 15 miles. We will in no circumstances conduct our event / rides when lightening is present.

A: If we have obvious bad weather we'll have spoken with you prior to the event. If the weather is uncertain we will speak to you prior to leaving. Canceling due to weather can be done on the phone.

A: All rescheduling MUST be done in writing within 7 days of your event and rescheduled within 90 days of your original event date, otherwise we will consider you no longer interested in our services and deposit is forfeited. NOTE: IF WE ARE UNABLE TO MAKE YOUR EVENT BECAUSE OF LAMENESS or OTHER ISSUES DUE TO OUR SCHEDULE, WE WILL REFUND YOUR DEPOSIT or OFFER YOU AN ALTERNATE DATE.

A: We do not accept personal checks due to the risk of fraud in these days and times. The balance may be paid the day of the party, upon our arrival in cash, or postal money order only. If you would like to pay by credit card, you must let us know at least 5 days before your party so we can send you an invoice via PayPal. PLEASE NOTE: Credit cards are not accepted as payment on the day of the party. If you would like to pay with a credit card it must be done at least 5 days before your event. The only checks that we do accept are from established businesses or churches who are referred by friends.

Q: We booked a pony for 2 hours and paid the balance when you got here. But we're having so much fun we've gone over by an hour, how do we take care of that?

A: First we do keep you posted with a 30 minute last call prior to your booked hour being up. When you decide to go over your paid time, CASH prior to our departure is required.

A: For pony rides only we allow 15 minutes for set up. Children are naturally very excited upon the pony's arrival. We'd like to use this time to offer some basic equine safety guidelines and reminders and answer any questions the children may have.

A: Yes, at this time we limit the weight for Napoleon to about 55 lbs. Charm is currently in foal and not scheduled to join parties until a later date. She will be able to accomodate children to 100 lbs.

A: The best way to contact us is by email; Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays book well in advance.....so please check early. There is always a chance that a date will be open, so don't hesitate to email us and inquire. However, your party is not considered booked until the deposit and contract are received. After your initial e-mail we will send you our phone number. If you call and get voice mail, please leave a message. We will return your phone call usually within 12 hours.

A: Wet Bathing Suits: If you are also having a water slide / pool party on the day of your event, please make sure that all of the children are dry before riding the pony. Wet bathing suits will not be allowed on the saddle.

A: Yes, if the set up area is near or in an area with vegetation they will eat it. Animals love flowers, etc....Please note we are not responsible for damage to people, property, trees, branches, bushes, grass, flowers, sprinkler heads, potted plants, etc. It is up to you to find a safe, level, preferably grassy area for our set up. If we need to conduct rides on pavement or sidewalks, please note we will only do so if the area is free from vicious or roaming dogs. Also OAK TREE ACORNS ARE POISONOUS TO EQUINES. We ask that you rake away acorns as best as possible.

A: At this time we do not offer discounts, our rates are firm. Our rates are $125.00 per hour, 2 hour minimum with 4 hour maximum for Friday, Saturday & Sunday and any holidays that fall on a week-day (Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day etc). Our slower scheduled days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday which we decided to offer for $85 per hour with 2 hour minimum and 4 hour maximum. This particular rate is great for areas such as year-round schools such as Annaville & Robstown which have intercessions and kids are out of school.

A: If you feel that you disagree or dispute the following in any way, please do not bother to book an event with us. As a host you agree to be wholly and entirely responsible for every person or animal at your event regardless of being invited or not. It may be a good idea to refer to your homeowners insurance policy regarding this type of event. In Texas there is a civil remedies code that reads as follows: WARNING: UNDER TEXAS LAW (CHAPTER 87, CIVIL PRACTICE AND REMEDIES CODE), AN EQUINE PROFESSIONAL IS NOT LIABLE FOR AN INJURY TO OR THE DEATH OF A PARTICIPANT IN EQUINE ACTIVITIES RESULTING FROM THE INHERENT RISKS OF EQUINE ACTIVITIES.

I took a look at the pictures you had posted on the website and my daughters picture was not one of them. I do understand it was quite a long day and I think I can speak on behalf of all parents, Thank you and Napoleon for making our children so happy. I was so excited, Thalia is 30 months old and is getting braver to try new things. First we got there around 1:30pm. When she saw you all she told me " Mom I want to get on the pony. " I couldn't believe it. Thalia waited patiently for ten kids were still in front of her. You guys made my day!! She was wearing a green and blue spaghetti strap shirt with bluejean shorts and brown sandles. If you come across it, I would really appreciate it if you would post it so i can see it.

You sure may use my comments on your website. I have really enjoyed reading your stories. I look forward to see my daughters picture with Napoleon. Thanks again for your wonderful service. To know this was once your dream and now to share your wonderful " Napoleon " with all the children around the world. Thank You for making my daughter's day a fun day!! To this day she asks " Where's the pretty pony ". Thanks again Penny and Napoleon !!!

To our readers: Family Fun Day was free pony rides & pictures for the kids who attended. We had no idea the response for was going to be so huge. It goes without saying that the line almost never stopped. We had to take regular breaks, not so much that Napoleon was tired, but my handsome assistant & son Jackson & I needed the breaks. Well we are were just thrilled to do the family day event in Alice, TX. Little Thalia was one of the last group of kids that got to ride Napoleon for the day. As you can read above, she waited patiently while 10 other kids were in front of her. We are so glad she had patience. We're posting her cute little candid photo here. She is a doll and I'm sure a great future horsewoman.

I JUST WANT TO TELL YOU THAT PENNY AND NAPOLEON ARE THE GREATEST. THEY CAME FOR MY GRANDSON JUSTIN'S 4th BIRTHDAY PARTY LAST SUMMER. THE KIDS ALL HAD A BALL . THEY ALL LOVED NAPOLEON. HE WAS SO GENTLE WITH THE KIDS. THEY ALL GOT TO PET HIM AND RIDE THE CART. IT WAS THE TALK OF THE NEIGHBOR HOOD. MS. PENNY WAS SO MUCH FUN. OF COURSE AFTER SUCH A WONDERFUL TIME EVERY CHILD HAS WANTED THEIR OWN PONY. MY GRANDKIDS HAD SO MUCH FUN WE HAD TO SCHEDULE ANOTHER FUN RIDE AROUND CHRISTMAS. AGAIN FUN WAS HAD BY ALL. I'M NOT SURE WHICH IS MORE FUN, WATCHING YOUR CHILDREN LAUGHING SO HARD OR JUST BEING AROUND NAPOLEON AND MS. PENNY. WE LOOK FORWARD TO MANY MORE SPECIAL RIDES IN THE FUTURE.