Animal Sponsorship
We want to make sure our animals feel at home; by committing to our sponsorship scheme, you will give them the best present imaginable.
For just £30 for a one year sponsor pack, you can make a difference!
Physical Pack includes: Sponsorship certificate, Cuddly toy, Information pack, a Keyring with your sponsor animal, Postcard from sponsor animal, Regular updates and more!
You can also sponsor for just £2 per month by texting your animals name to 70480 - No physical pack included
Tarquin
Sponsor Tarquin our Oldest Oak Tree Resident! Tarquin is a very beautiful boy who enjoys nothing better than kicking his hooves up in the field!
Tarquin loves his food; he will happily stand all day long getting groomed with a hay net to nibble on. He loves to meet new people and enjoys socialising with the other ponies at Oak Tree and going on adventures in the woodland!
Obie
Meet Obie, our resident Miniature Spotted Shetland. He’s spritely and full of energy. He loves doing agility in our SandSchool. Obie has a friendly nature and shows off a big character! Obie enjoys grazing in the paddock, chilling out in his stable and most of all getting lots of attention! Obie loves to go on woodland walks with his best friend Tarquin.
Kora
Kora has the sweetest nature and a very friendly character. She loves spending time out in the paddock and getting groomed. Kora came to us at Oak Tree in 2025 after she became the only pony at her residence. Kora is so friendly and social she loves being in the company of the other Shetlands. Kora has bonded well with her next-door neighbour Obie and loves playing with him!
Gizmo
Gizmo - Meet Gizmo, Oak Tree’s cheekiest resident! Gizmo is a Toggenburg Goat who loves getting as much attention as he possibly can! Gizmo lives with his best friends, Amos and Seth. Gizmo is very vocal; you may hear him bleating as you walk by his paddock. Gizmo enjoys getting regular grooming, especially on his head. His favourite treat is a minty polo!
Seth
Seth, our smallest big goat! Seth is an Alpine Goat. He can be shy in front of new people. Once he becomes familiar with you, he relaxes and starts to gain trust, especially if there’s a treat involved! Seth’s favourite treat is sticky weed! Seth enjoys snoozing in his paddock, you may find him in a sunspot as he loves warm weather. Seth enjoys climbing and digging, he will dig a shallow hole so he can dustbathe and rest.
Amos
Amos is an Alpine Goat. His best friend is Seth, who he arrived with. Amos, like many goats in the wild is very inquisitive. Amos likes to climb and play and his favourite activity is eating the hedgerow plants. In his paddock you will see large tyres, logs, barrels and a climbing frame. Having different enrichment and various heights encourages Amos and his friends to explore.
Charlie
Charlie was born in 2008, he was brought to Oak Tree in 2021 from the Manchester Donkey Sanctuary. Charlie is very friendly and will often approach people. He loves cuddles and has a lot of personality. Charlie is brown with a stripe on his side also known as a dorsal stripe.
Margo
Margo was born in 2006 and was rescued with Zak. Margo is thought to be in her mid-teens. Before she was rescued she was a beach donkey. Margo is quite shy and often unsure around people. Margo has a sensitive eye, she previously had a condition called Uveitis, which can flare up when irritated. This is why she wears a fly mask, it protects her eyes from sunlight and debris. Margo is a skewbald donkey and is our only Jenny (female).
Zak
Zak was born in 2006 and was rescued with Margo. He can be a little shy, but once he’s realised there is no danger present, he is very friendly and cuddly! Zak is a grey colour and has a roan pattern. He struggles with losing weight, this is something we have to monitor carefully. We are helping him work towards healthier goals!
Dudley
Meet Dudley, our resident Runner Duck. He’s quirky and full of personality. With his upright stance and quick little steps, Dudley is always on the move, keeping everyone entertained. He loves splashing about in the pond, foraging in the grass, and following his friends around the yard. Dudley’s curious nature and comical waddle make him a real favourite with visitors!
Dotty
Meet Dotty, our lovely Runner Duck. She’s gentle, sweet-natured, and never far from Dudley’s side. Dotty enjoys paddling in the pond, dabbling for tasty treats, and pottering about the yard with her duck friends. With her calm personality and charming looks, Dotty always wins hearts wherever she waddles!
Hazel
This is Hazel, our rescued Battery Hen. She’s brave, resilient, and full of character after her tough start in life. Hazel loves nothing more than scratching around in the grass, dust-bathing in the stable yard, and enjoying her newfound freedom. With her gentle clucks and curious nature, Hazel shows everyone just how wonderful rescue hens can be!
Why Sponsor For The Animals?
The welfare of every animal our charity cares for is our priority. To ensure that care is of the highest standard we require money for facilities, maintenance and on going living costs.
Buying an Animal Sponsorship means that your contributions go towards food, veterinary bills, enrichment and bedding. They also go towards costs associated with accommodation such as heating and water. The welfare of the animals here at Oak Tree is our top priority and your sponsorship will be fundamental to making sure their needs are met.
By joining our sponsorship scheme, you can play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and happiness of our permanent residents.
Oak Tree depends heavily on the generosity of its supporters, without it we simply wouldn’t exist.
You could be a part of our mission to provide a safe place for animals in need!
