Morgan has retired with us recently due to leg problems, which makes him un-rideable.
He has a lovely nature, and is enjoying his retirement.
Connie has had some bad experiences, one of which was being hit round the
head, which has caused trust issues. She has not been here long, but we are beginning the long road of mutual trust. Our relaxed, no rush way
makes for happy animals.
Sparky (left) and Remy (right) are stunning ponies. When they came in they
had not had much done with them. They were scared of grooming and picking out their feet. With time they have settled in well. Remy has
an ability to know when an electric fence is not working and climbs through it leaving the fence intact. We used to often find him on the other side - after
all, the grass is always greener..
Purdie is a Flabella X miniature and was born deformed with a clubfoot. She
spent the first six years of her life in a back garden. Despite her size, she is a little madam and easily holds her own.
Saul has been completely blind since the age of 18 months, but copes
very well in the herd by listening and following. His mouth acts as his eyes and if we are not careful we get the odd nip or two. His other
senses are so heightened that you could possibly be mistaken and think he can see.
Seamus came to Raystede as a stallion and with the character of a wild
pony. You would not believe that now, as he is such a softie! He is best friends with Purdie.
Cloud - when she came in she had some trust issues but the natural, quiet
way we look after the equines soon brought her round.
Albert is an ex-driving pony full of character. He is also very intelligent
and knows every trick in the book.
Brandy is an old boy who has been at Raystede for quite a few years. He likes
the quiet life with plenty of love, oh, and a big bucket of food!
Sam is one of the longest residents. He likes a quiet life, which is why
he is happiest with the larger horses or donkeys as they leave him in peace, unlike the ponies which are too lively for him.
Master Boffin arrived February 2009. He is a 26 year old Bay gelding. He has
had a long loving home prior to coming to us; his owner knew he needed friends, as a horse on their own is not natural. He is a well natured boy.
Also, he has cataracts in both eyes so he may lose his sight, but is settling in with new horse friends who will show him the way if his sight
deterioriates that much.
Cascade, or Cassie to her friends, is a 25 year old Arab mare, who
arrived February 2009. She came from a loving home, but was living on her own. She loves loads of attention, until it's time to put on her
rug, that's when she threatens to bite you! Otherwise, she is very sweet natured.
Danny is a very quiet little pony who just wants to plod about and hang
out with his friend, Blue.
Cherry is a very cheeky little mare. She is not scared or bothered by
much and likes nothing more than to pick a scrap or two with the others in the herd when coming in for a groom. Because of this she usually
gets tied up first.
Blue was a very nervous chap and it used to take a while to catch him.
With time however, his sweet character has come out.
