Adoption: Photo of Cookie

Cookie

Stunning spotty pony Cookie is a survivor of Spindle Farm in Amersham, isn't he handsome?!

Location: Aylsham, Norfolk

Height: 11hh

Breed: Native Cross

Colour: Appaloosa

Hi there! My name is Cookie!

Did you know I was announced as a new Adoption Star in March 2018 to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of one of Redwings' biggest ever rescues? Sadly, I was one of over 100 horses and donkeys rescued from the terrifying conditions of Spindle Farm, Amersham. With barely any food or water, many of us were too weak to stand and some had simply stopped fighting to survive and had passed away.

Redwings thought one of the best ways to honour those who fought so hard to help me and my friends - from the rescuers to our kind supporters who gave donations toward our care - was to make me an Adoption Star to help raise funds for other horses, ponies and donkeys in the need. With my standout spots and handsome looks it's no wonder they picked me!

While I loved my time in the spotlight as an Adoption Star, but as I got older my carers felt I should step back from my duties and enjoy a more relaxed pace of life. However I still live at Redwings Aylsham and very much enjoy a cuddle with my fans.

Adopt a new friend today

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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Adoption: Photos of the gangsters

The Gangsters

A group of cuddly miniature Shetlands who love to cause mischief!

Read The's bio
Adoption: Wiggins and Wacko

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Now they've found each other, Wiggins and Wacko will never be lonely again.

Read Wiggins's bio
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Monarch

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