Willows was asked if it could provide a home for an elderly pony and her mule offspring. Their current owner was moving abroad and she was very concerned that a safe home be found for them. She also expressed her concern that there was another resident in their field – an elderly horse who was also facing an uncertain future. As all three equines had shared a field for the past 15 years it was decided that Willows would offer a home to all three.

 In due course Muffin and his two companions arrived and were placed in adjoining stables for assessment. It was clear that the third horse which we named Ginger was in a very poor state of health. However with intensive care he is now looking much better and he and Caramel (Muffin’s mum) are enjoying their retirement.

 After a while when Muffin was feeling settled at Willows we introduced him to the other residents. Muffin is now a happy member of Willows Animal Sanctuary and will stay here in safety for the rest of his life.