Hooves & Paws is the choice of the San Diego Padres!
For several years, our ponies have traveled to Petco Park to give rides to the children of San Diego Padres players during Padres Family Day — a private annual event held inside the stadium for the MLB players and their families!

Hooves & Paws helps autistic children with the San Diego Padres' Orlando Hudson

Padre Orlando Hudson and his wife, Keisa, hosted a mobile petting zoo at PETCO Park for National Autism Awareness Month with the help of Hooves and Paws Mobile Petting Zoo and Pony Rides. Click here to see pictures from the event posted on NBC San Diego.

"Thanks so much for everything!! Hooves and Paws was a WONDERFUL addition to our San Diego Yacht Club Fiesta!!! They brought Finley, the miniaturedonkey. He was the hit of the night! Melissa and her husband were great to work with. We will definitely work with them again!!"

--- Rebecca Hartmann,
San Diego Yacht Club

"We can't thank you enough for the wonderful job you did at Nicole's party. Everyone is still raving about the event and it is all due to you. Thanks again. You were beyond wonderful!"

--- Jane W., Carlsbad

"Melissa, it was a pleasure to have you, your family and the wonderful animals at our daughter's party this weekend. This will be a memory we will cherish for years to come. Here is a picture of your adorable pony – Toby! Thanks so much!"

--- Charlene
P.S. – keep up the great work!

Our potbelly pig, Saki, made her television debut on the KUSI News Pigskin Report! (Oct. 8, 2010)

"Hooves and Paws made our anniversary celebration memorable for all of our customers. The set-up was very professional, the handlers were knowledgeable, and the kids AND adults loved the animals. I would recommend them for any event!"

--- Dawn Villela
La Jolla Farmer's Market

"Thank you so much! The kids had a great time. We will definitely remember you for all of our future petting zoo needs!"

--- Mary Rice, PTA President
Bonsall West Elementary

"We were absolutely blown away by your animals and your family. You helped make Annabelle's party a big success. She is still talking about petting the goats. I will definitely keep your contact info handy."

--- Laura R., Encinitas

"All your animals got rave reviews! I'm going to be sure to recommend you to anyone looking for a petting experience!"

--- Lindsay S., San Diego

"Thank you for the wonderful job at the party. We really appreciate how kind and gentle you were with all the children, and how you allowed Mary and Lily to help you with the animals. That really meant a lot to them. Mary fell in love with Brandy and Lily named her new stuffed pig Saki. Many of the parents commented on how nice your animals were and especially how clean. Your setup was really attractive. We’ll be sure to recommend you to all our friends."

--- Kate F., Carmel Valley

"Thank you for making my 9th birthday so special. My friends and I had a great time playing with all the animals. The best part was when we got to ride Toby the pony. I also had a great time with the rabbits. Your friend, Kirra Harrison."

"Hooves and Paws came to Ivey Ranch Elementary School for my third graders to enjoy. Many of them had never seen a miniature horse or donkey. They especially enjoyed learning about these friendly, gentle animals as they were able to pet them at the same time -- and also enjoyed interacting with the gentle pig, goats and rabbits. It was a very enjoyable experience for all of us."

--- Catherine Mock
Third grade teacher
Ivey Ranch Elementary
Oceanside, CA

"Thank you so much for everything today. Everyone had a wonderful time playing with the animals. I hope to work again with you in the future!"

--- Katherine M., Carlsbad

"Thank you so much for everything ... you guys were awesome. We will definitely call you again."

--- Laura P., Event Planner

"They all loved it! Thanks so much!"

--- Lani F., Ocean Beach

"Thanks so much for everything. I am getting so much feedback on how phenomenal your animals are. We have seen quite a few petting zoos, but nothing like yours. It was very unique and so professionally executed. We all had a blast, especially the birthday boy!!"

--- Shirin R., Rancho Santa Fe

"Melissa, thanks so much, Ella had a great birthday with Tucker and his friends!! "

--- Meg Beauchamp, Carlsbad