Adoption: Photo of Gibson

Adopt Gibson

Orphaned foal Gibson has grown into a playful and mischievous horse!

Location: Mountains, Scotland

Height: 14.1hh

Breed: Cob

Colour: Skewbald (brown and white)

 
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Adopt Gibson today for as little as £2 a month (via Direct Debit) or a one off payment from just £15.

Who is the adoption for?

Hey, nice to meet you!

My name is Gibson and I live at Redwings Mountains in Angus, Scotland. Did you know my full name is Gibson Fraser and I'm named after the late founder of Mountains Animal Sanctuary, Alan Fraser? What an honour!

If it wasn't for the Sanctuary, I'm not sure what would have happened to me. I came here when I was just two days old in 2014 after my mum sadly passed away. Unfortunately, my owners were unable to provide the 24-hour care a newborn foal needs so turned to the Sanctuary for help which welcomed me with open arms. To help me learn the ways of becoming a horse, I was taken under the wing (or perhaps that should be hoof?!) of my foster mum, Maggie, and foster dad, Nico. Thanks to everyone's efforts, I grew into a very happy and playful chap, and I love to share my tales of mischief with my supporters!

Adopt Gibson today for as little as £2 a month (via Direct Debit) or a one off payment from just £15.

Who is the adoption for?

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"Gibson is such a character! He loves nothing more than playing with his pals and tearing around his field showing off to visitors! Even though he's growing up quickly, I think he will always be young at heart."

Redwings Mountains Visitor Centre Manager

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Adoption pack

Receive a wonderful adoption pack

Sponsor a horse or donkey from as little as £2 a month via direct debit or make a one-off donation and you’ll receive a wonderful adoption pack.

What’s included

  • Three postal updates a year from your new friend including one at Christmas!
  • Your Adoption Star’s photo and rescue story
  • Quarterly email updates with photos from your Adoption Star Friend
  • An invitation to their birthday party – yes really!
  • A certificate of adoption
  • A factsheet all about your chosen animal
  • A bookmark featuring your Adoption Star

You will also receive our twice-yearly newsletter or children’s magazine so you can keep up with all the latest news from Redwings!

How adoption works

1. Pick a horse or donkey to sponsor

Whether you’re a fan of a good sing-song or love nothing more than snooze, find your perfect Adoption Star partner for yourself or your loved one!

2. Set up your adoption

For gift adoptions we will need to get a few extra details to know who to send adoption star updates too.

3. Receive your adoption star pack

Your wonderful adoption pack includes a special certificate, stunning photo of your new friend and their story.

4. Get regular updates

We'll keep you up to date on how you're supporting our vital work including sending your adoption star updates with photos and stories throughout the year.

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Adoption scheme FAQs

We aim to send your pack as quickly as possible and you can usually expect it to arrive within five working days. However, delivery can take up to 21 days, especially in busy times, so please be patient. x

You can renew your adoption here or call our supporter engagement team on 01508 505246.

The majority of our adoption stars all live at one of our visitor centres around the UK. 

Opening times vary, you can find all the details here. Entry is free of charge and as part of your adoption package you'll receive an invite to their birthday party at the centre where they live - yes really!

Monarch is a 'special adoption' who currently lives at a closed site but we hope you'll be able to visit him in the not too distant future when he's had a bit more training!

Of course you can! Adopting a horse or a donkey for a loved one or friends makes a thoughtful and unique gift – perfect for Christmas, Easter or birthdays!

When you come to purchase your adoption, you can choose to have the adoption pack posted directly to the recipient, or you can opt to have the pack posted directly to you so you can give the gift at a time of your choosing.

After many years as well-loved Adoption Stars, we feel it’s only right that these wonderful residents have the chance to enjoy a peaceful retirement in their golden years.

If your Adoption Star retires, it doesn’t mean you still can’t sponsor them. It just means we won’t be accepting any new sponsors for that particular Adoption Star. You’ll still receive updates from your four-legged friend and can give them a cuddle at the visitor centre where they live.

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