Pleasure Pony
A Human Pony whose role emphasises companionship, sensuality or ornamental presence rather than working tasks.
Definition
A Pleasure Pony is a Human Pony whose role centres on companionship, sensual presence, ornamental gear or ceremonial appearance rather than driving or competitive work. Pleasure Ponies may still train, but the emphasis is on the aesthetic and relational qualities of the role.
Historical background
The Pleasure Pony specialisation grew as Pony Play developed a wider vocabulary of Pony roles beyond harness and dressage.
Discussion
The distinction between Pleasure, Working and Show Ponies is fluid, and many Ponies inhabit more than one register.