Ian Stark at Fence 17, 18 and 19 (Gatehouse New Pond) on the 2016 Cross Country Course of the Badminton Mitsubishi Motors Horse Trials, in the grounds of Badminton House in the village of Badminton near Malmesbury in Gloucestershire, UK on 18th April 2016 , Ian Stark at Fence 17, 18 and 19 (Gatehouse New Pond) on the 2016 Cross Country Course of the Badminton Mitsubishi Motors Horse Trials, in the grounds of Badminton House in the village of Badminton near Malmesbury in Gloucestershire, UK on 18th April 2016
The family was offered a home at the sanctuary when their owner began to struggle due to health problems and contacted Redwings for help.
“Everyone at Redwings is absolutely smitten with Amos,” said the charity’s chief executive Lynn Cutress.
“He is only the fifth donkey foal to arrive at the sanctuary in the past ten years so to say his arrival has caused a lot of excitement would be an understatement.
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“We’re delighted that by offering our help and expertise, this young family can remain together and receive the specialist care they need for the rest of their lives.
“It is thanks to the generosity of our supporters that we are able to provide a home for all three donkeys.”
The donkeys have settled in well and within minutes of their arrival, Amos was “playfully jumping in the shavings and suckling from Mum”.
A spokesman for the charity said Redwings has an “open door policy” for donkeys.
He added the trio will remain under the “watchful eye” of Redwings’ veterinary and equine care team for the next few months.
“While this site is closed to the public, it is hoped the gorgeous trio will be able to join a donkey herd at one of the charity’s visitor centres in the future,” he said.
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Lucy is an experienced news journalist, reporter and presenter. Since joining the Horse & Hound team in 2015, Lucy has reported from major global sporting events including the Tokyo Paralympic Games and multiple European Championships, as well as Badminton, Burghley and London, to name a few. She has covered current affairs and sports news across the full spectrum of equestrian disciplines and racing, as well as human and equine welfare, industry news and court cases.
