Miniature horse exercises with skateboarder during Sydney’s lockdown

A black miniature stallion spreads cheer during lockdown as he pulls along his owner on wheels.

A miniature horse and his skateboarding pal have attracted a “colt” following in Sydney‘s south as they take to the streets for a unique form of essential exercise.

Jimmy the 20-year-old black miniature stallion is reining in all the attention from neighbours on his weekly canter down the streets of Kurnell in the Sutherland Shire as he pulls along owner Shane Hendricks on wheels.

The dynamic duo is eager on spreading local cheer into the locked down community and continuing the trotting tradition that keeps them both fit and healthy.

“Lots of people know Jimmy, and you’ll see us out once every couple of weeks if the weather’s good. The road is bit hard on his hoofs, so we go depending on how he’s holding up,” Mr Hendricks, 34, said.

“He’s great. Everyone smiles, laughs and follows him. It’s a good time for everyone and I’m out getting my exercise.

“I’ll often stop so kids can pat him and get to meet a little horse.”

Shane Hendricks taking his miniature horse Jimmy for a run in Kurnell while he skateboards along side him. Picture: Toby Zerna

Jimmy hits the sand after a run along the esplanade. Picture: Toby Zerna

Jimmy and Shane have delighted locals for around 10 years with their unusual outings. Picture: Toby Zerna

At 20 years old, Jimmy is said to be at his peak physical fitness and often takes the lead during the pair’s regular runs.

“We’ve had him for about 20 years, and he should go till about 35, so really, he’s in his prime,” Hendricks said.

“It’s a bit hard to interact with other animals because he’s on a mission [but] he’s completely dog friendly.

“He’s just a frisky young horse and it’s the best way to get the steam out of him. He’s a bit too much if he’s not run properly. He loves it. We fly (down the street).”

Local resident Brett Lobwein was lucky enough to spot the famous pair speeding down the street while out taking a casual stroll with his wife and dog.

“My wife and I were walking our Labrador Charlie [and] we stopped to pick up litter from the verge near the drains that lead to Silver Beach when we saw Shane and Jimmy cruising past. [It was] such a cool lockdown moment,” Mr Lobwein said.