Sounds of the Sanctuary

Welcome to the Christmas Special of Sounds of the Sanctuary - the  podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode we will introduce you to an especially festive resident, handsome Drummer. You will find out about his connection to Christmas, and hear from Redwings Senior Field Officer Julie as she remembers Drummer's rescue. Then,  we talk to Rehoming Team Leaders Kayleigh and Lucy as we find out all about Drummer's search for a new Guardian home this Christmas. Plus, we sit down with Redwings CEO Lynn Cutress as she reflects on what has been another extraordinary year for Redwings, and shares her wishes for the new year too. Merry Christmas podcast listeners! 

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way!   In this episode we talk to Rehoming Administration Manager Amber Fox as she talks us through the steps involved in becoming a Guardian and offering a home to a rescued Redwings resident. For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about rehomed pony Redwings Matty and his Guardian Sarah.  Matty came to Redwings as an emaciated and dehydrated orphan foal with a wound to his hoof. At Redwings he met Sarah, one of our veterinary surgeons, and it was love at first sight. Four years later Sarah rehomed Matty, and in this episode you will find out more about their lives together, and get a ring-side seat at the Norfolk Equestrian Show as they take to the show ring together.  Plus, you'll also get to meet Matty's very special companion, Redwings Oak.You can also hear from Rehoming Team Leaders Kayleigh and Lucy as they share how much it means to our rehoming teams to see our rescued horses thriving in Guardian homes. 

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way!    In this episode we're back with welfare vet Nicola Berryman as she tells us all about 'donkey differences' and the special care that our rescued donkeys, mules and hinnies need here at Redwings.For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about Adoption Star Esther - a little donkey who was rescued from appalling conditions when she was just two months old. This week, we head to Redwings Caldecott to speak to equine carer Jess Cook about Esther and our largest long-eared herd, plus we drop into the visitor centre's gift shop to catch-up with Retail Development Manager Gareth Austin-Mills who explains some of the products supporters can purchase to help fund the care of Esther and her friends, providing some perfect Christmas shopping ideas!

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way!    In this episode we're back with Redwings' Head of Welfare and Behaviour Nic who explains the laws that protect animal welfare, how we work with them when we head out on a rescue and the latest legislative updates.For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about the veterinary care we provide at Redwings as we tell you the story of Arista - one of eight ponies rescued in February this year after suffering neglect.This week, Head of Welfare and Behaviour Nic de Brauwere discusses the challenges of welfare work and the large scale rescues Redwings often gets asked to help with. Then, Welfare Veterinary Surgeon Alex Gibbons tells us all about Arista's rescue and the ongoing care she continues to receive at Redwings as a result of the conditions she was rescued from. 

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way!   In this episode we sit down with Redwings' Head of Welfare and Behaviour Nic who tells us about some of the vital welfare work we've been undertaking on the moors and commons across the UK, which has helped to save the lives of many ponies including Arthur! For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment!  

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about the veterinary care we provide at Redwings as we tell you the story of Arthur - a pony rescued from Bodmin Moor who was given just a 10% chance of survival. This week, Welfare Vet Nicola Berryman tells us how she worked with the Redwings vet teams to save his life, and Nursing Manager Louise Gedge shines a spotlight on the work of our veterinary nursing team, and tells us how horses can donate blood! Then, podcast hosts Steph, Jude and Jennie chat with Redwings CEO Lynn Cutress as we pay tribute to Phoenix, the foal who came to Redwings after being the victim of a cruel arson attack and who sadly passed away last month. We remember him, and honour the enormous impact he had on our staff and supporters alike. You can read more about Phoenix at www.redwings.org.uk.  

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way! In this episode we sit down with Redwings' Policy and Research Manager Helen as she tells us all about horsey body language and how they communicate. For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about the care we provide in the Sanctuary as we share the story of Gibson - a Redwings Adoption Star who came to Redwings Mountains as an orphaned foal at just two days old. This week, Welfare Vet Nicola Berryman talks us through what happens when foals are born to rescued mares at Redwings, and Equine Behaviour Manager Sarah tells us how we go about training foals to set them up for success as they grow up. Meanwhile Kirsten from Redwings Mountains tells us all about Gibson's story and how the team at Mountains, along with the help of some all-important foster parents, raised him to be the star he is today!Please note: This episode includes a section on our dear resident Phoenix, a foal who came to Redwings after being the victim of a cruel arson attack. He sadly passed away not long after this was recorded and everyone at the Sanctuary is devastated at his loss. In this episode you can join us as we deliver his early morning feed and spend time with him in his stable. He will be very much missed. You can read more about Phoenix at www.redwings.org.uk.  

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way! In this episode we sit down with Redwings' Equine Behaviour Manager Sarah Hallsworth to talk about how to create the perfect environment for horses, and enable them to express their natural behaviours.For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about the care we provide in the Sanctuary as we share the story of Riley - a hinny who came to Redwings with very challenging behavioural needs, and spent time at our specialist Behaviour Centre as our teams pulled together to ensure he could live a peaceful, stress-free life - a far cry from what he had known. Meet Senior Veterinary Surgeon Nic De Brauwere as he tells us the steps our veterinary teams took to try and help Riley. Then, Equine Behaviour Manager Sarah tells us how her team, along with the help of two very special donkeys, finally managed to create the perfect environment for Riley. 

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way! In this episode we sit down with Redwings' Head of Norfolk Equine Operations Rachel Angell  to talk about how our rehoming team prepares horses for their new homes - with lots of practical advice for horse owners training their own horses too. For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about the care we provide in the Sanctuary as we share the story of Galena  -  a native pony who will soon be leaving Redwings to start her new life in a Redwings Guardian home. Meet Head of Norfolk Equine Operations Rachel who tells us just why rehoming is such an important part of Redwings' work. Plus,  Rehoming Senior Team Leaders Kayleigh and Lucy share with us more about how they prepare horses for their new homes, and Jade tells us all about our exciting new rehoming facilities at Redwings Oxhill in Warwickshire. 

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way! In this episode we sit down with Redwings' Head of Norfolk Equine Services Rachel Angell  to talk about the importance of good pasture management for horses. For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about the care we provide in the Sanctuary as we share the story of Faith  - a cob cross found abandoned in a field, so emaciated and weak that she was unable to stand. Once at Redwings, Faith was supported by our specialist Anderson sling - a life-saving resource made possible by our veterinary and maintenance teams. Meet Senior Veterinary Surgeon Nicky Jarvis who shares just why a sling is essential for cases like Faith, and hear from Maintenance Foreman Karl Boggis who tells us more about his vital team. Plus, in this episode we have a very special update about Phoenix, the foal found with life-threatening burns after a suspected arson attack. Nicky tells us more about his care and how his character is starting to shine!

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way! In this episode we sit down with Redwings' Head of Veterinary Services (and all round fantastic vet!) Nicky Jarvis  to talk about all thing worms, parasites and poisonous plants - something that sadly caused Amigo to suffer the damage to his liver. For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this episode you can discover more about the care we provide in the Sanctuary as we introduce you to Amigo - a cob living with the long-term effects of liver damage, which means he will require specialist care for the rest of his life. Meet vet Nicola Berryman who helped rescue him, and the team at Redwings Aylsham who continue to provide all the care he needs. Discover more about visiting Redwings, and meet Amigo himself!

Welcome to Field Notes - the companion podcast to Sounds of the Sanctuary from Redwings. Here we delve deeper into how the UK's largest horse sanctuary cares for its rescued residents on a daily basis and learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at Redwings, how the staff cope with all the challenges of caring for over 1,500 horses and ponies, and share the advice we've learnt along the way! In this episode we sit down with Senior Campaigns Officer Helen Whitelegg to talk about the basic care every horse needs to enjoy a happy and healthy life - something that was sadly not given to Matilda who was rescued in a very poor condition.For horse care tips and rescue stories that will warm your heart, subscribe to the new Redwings podcasts and never miss a moment! 

Welcome to Sounds of the Sanctuary - the brand new podcast from Redwings Horse Sanctuary. In this first episode you can discover more about our rescue work as we share the story of Matilda - a young cob who was discovered in very poor condition. Meet the team who saved her and continue to provide her with all the loving care she needs, and find out more about our specialist Reception Centre for new arrivals. Plus, we've got a special update on Phoenix - the young foal who was sadly a victim of an arson attack - as he begins his long road to recovery at Redwings.