Looking to create an event that kids—and adults—will remember for years to come? A petting zoo is the perfect way to add wholesome, hands-on fun to your party or celebration. For over 33 years, Pony Parties By Dawn has brought the joy of animals to countless events throughout San Antonio, TX, the Hill Country, and South Texas. Our mobile petting zoos are clean, safe, and full of adorable, friendly animals that your guests will love meeting.
Whether you're planning a children’s birthday party, a school fundraiser, a church festival, or a large-scale fair, we bring the farmyard magic directly to you.
Unique, Healthy Animals That Kids Love
At Pony Parties By Dawn, we don’t bring the same old animals you might find in your own backyard. We specialize in unique, healthy, and well-cared-for creatures that are gentle, interactive, and a joy to meet. Kids are fascinated by the variety, and parents are always impressed by how clean and well-mannered our animals are.
One of our biggest showstoppers? Our miniature cattle—the smallest breed of cattle in the world! These tiny bovines are always a favorite with guests and add something truly special to every event.
A Petting Zoo Experience Like No Other
We go above and beyond to provide an engaging and educational experience. Our petting zoo is designed for safe interaction, giving kids the chance to pet, feed, and learn about the animals in a calm and controlled environment. Each animal is hand-picked for its temperament and trained to be around children, noise, and busy event settings.
And if you have a specific animal in mind, just ask! We’re always open to special requests and love customizing our petting zoos to match your party’s theme or guest preferences.
Serving San Antonio and Beyond
Based in San Antonio, TX, we proudly serve the entire Hill Country and South Texas region, bringing our mobile petting zoos to homes, parks, churches, schools, and event venues of all types. No event is too small or too big. Whether it’s a cozy gathering with a few kids or a major community festival, we’ve got the animals (and the experience) to make it a success.
Petting Zoo Perfect for Every Kind of Event
Birthday Parties
School Events & Carnivals
Church Festivals
Community Fairs & Parades
Family Reunions & Picnics
Backyard Barbecues
Holiday Celebrations
Agricultural or Western-Themed Events
From toddlers to teens—and even the grown-ups—everyone loves getting up close with our friendly animals.
Animals You Might See in Our Petting Zoo
Every event is unique, but here are just a few of the animals we may bring along:
Miniature goats
Sheep
Bunnies
Chickens & Roosters
Ducks
Mini Pigs
Miniature Cattle (the smallest breed in the world!)
Ponies
(ask about adding rides!)
We rotate our animals to keep them happy, healthy, and ready for fun, so every visit may be a little different, but always unforgettable.
Professional, Reliable, and Animal-Loving
We are fully insured, USDA licensed, and veterinarian approved, so you can rest easy knowing you’re working with true professionals. Our team has decades of hands-on animal experience and takes enormous pride in the health, cleanliness, and behavior of every animal we bring to your event. Clean animals, shiny coats, and gentle personalities —that’s what you can expect every single time. And yes, we love what we do, and it shows!
We also offer special
discounts for churches and schools, and we’re proud to support our veterans with
5% off every booking.
Contact Us to Book Your Event Petting Zoo
Don’t miss out on the fun! Contact us to book your petting zoo rental today! Whether you're planning a birthday party in San Antonio, TX, or a festival anywhere in South Texas, Pony Parties By Dawn is ready to bring the animals and the smiles.