Our Animals for Sponsorship
At Ferne we have over three-hundred resident animals that need life-long care.
Your sponsorship means we can feed, care for and provide further enrichment for our much-loved residents.
Sponsorship packs include a sponsorship certificate with animal photograph and story, a free one-day pass to visit your sponsored animal, our @Ferne Magazine issued three times a year and updates on your sponsored animal. Please note if purchasing sponsorship by Direct Debit, your pack will be sent upon receipt of the first payment. Sponsorship packs are posted to UK addresses only, however digital packs can be sent for orders overseas.
Why don’t you make a gift of your sponsorship? Choose who you would like to sponsor and give it to the person who has everything! Or treat yourself, or a child – you’ll feel great and our animals will be happy and content.
Pendleton
Animal : Duck
Sex : Male
Colour : White
About me :
Pendleton began life as the only viable egg of 4. When he finally hatched, his guardian was surprised to discover not a chick, but a tiny duckling. His early days were far from easy. Before even leaving the nest, Pendleton suffered an injury. Weak and vulnerable, he relied on the warmth, protection and comfort of his feathered foster parents. With their care, and veterinary treatment, he slowly grew stronger and made a full recovery. Now, Pendleton has found a forever home at Ferne but still prefers the familiar company of chickens. He is a polite little guy and always avoids any potential mischief!
Priscilla
Animal : Cat
Breed : Persian
Sex : Female
About me :
Priscilla is a very special girl who arrived at Ferne in March 2024. She came to us after being found as a stray, so badly matted that she had to be sedated and shaved. Although nervous at first, Priscilla has since blossomed into a true sanctuary favourite, often seen seeking affection from staff and visitors alike. It’s no surprise that everyone who meets her instantly falls in love.
Arnie
Animal : Pony
Breed : Miniature Shetland
Sex : Male
Colour : Cream Dun
About me :
Arnie is a miniature Shetland and he stands at an impressive 30 inches tall! Arnie was a companion for his owners Daughters horse who was sold so he was then no longer needed. He was really well looked after by his owners and is in excellent condition, considering his health issues. Arnie has Equine Metabolic Syndrome, Cushings and Sarcoids, which makes him extremely difficult to re-home due to him needing very careful management and requiring medication twice daily for the rest of his life (this is likely to increase as he ages). He is only 9 years old and he could live into his 30s, maybe longer!! Despite his young age, he is a bit like a little old man! He is really sweet and quiet, although he will give Wotsit as good as he gets if there is a bit of hay they both want.
Ferne’s Cockerels
About us :
Did you know that cockerels act as watchful protectors of their flock? They will often confront predators to keep their companions safe and, while the flock pecks and forages, cockerels frequently keep one eye on the sky, remaining on constant watch. This Father's Day, you can sponsor one of Ferne's cockerels as a meaningful gift to celebrate the supportive father figure in your own family. Unfortunately, cockerels are among the animals often thoughtlessly abandoned. Because they do not lay eggs, some people wrongly see them as ‘useless’. In the last few months alone, we have dealt with two separate cases of abandoned cockerels. Whether they remain with us for life or go on to loving new homes, your sponsorship will help provide food, shelter and care for these deserving birds. Sponsor a cockerel today and help give them the future they deserve.
