Brittany Wunsch is a 17-year-old high school student. But after class, she takes on a much more adult role running her family business in New Port Richey.



It's called Pony Tails Farm. The business offers pony and trail rides, as well as lessons and a petting zoo.

The farm was was the dream of Britany's mother, Judy Mandel. It's a dream Mandel says her husband, Bob, made a reality not long after Brittany was born.

Bob passed away two years ago, and times got tough. Especially with Judy suffering from the medical condition fibromyalgia.



"Brittany saw I was having trouble, and she just stepped in and said, 'mom, don't worry about it. I'll take care of it,' " Judy says.



Brittany and her boyfriend, Nic Wilson, promised to have the place back on track in six months. So Judy hired Nic, and the two teens got to work.



"I'll be dumping buckets, he'll be filling buckets," Brittany says.



"It's just a lot of teamwork and a lot of cooperation," says Nic.



That was a year ago. Now, Judy says the phones are ringing off the hook.



"Sometimes I look at Brittany, and I can't believe she was the little girl that ran around here pulling pony tails," Judy says. "It's a huge source of pride for me."



Looking at the young couple, Judy says she can't help but reminisce. She and her husband were high school sweethearts, too. And now, Judy says, a new generation is taking over.



In an effort to drum up even more business, as well as raise money for the farm, Pony Tails is holding a fundraiser Saturday afternoon from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Admission is $3 per child and includes two pony rides. There will also be a petting zoo, a bounce house, raffle and more.

For more information on Pony Tails Farm and any upcoming events, visit the farm's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/PonyTailsFarm?ref=ts&fref=ts.