Resident Ponies
These are the ponies that are currently residing at Munchkins and, for various reasons, cannot be rehomed. They will live out their days here and are available to sponsor.
Arthur
Arthur was abandoned.
Health problems: He has had surgery on a hernia.
Why Arthur can't be rehomed: He is being retained as a therapy/petting pony.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2016
Bam Bam
Bam Bam was abandoned in the back garden of a pub.
Health problems: He has a deformed hip, has had colic and had a severe virus in 2022. He struggles to maintain condition and needs expert care.
Why Bam Bam can't be rehomed: He has ongoing health problems and is bonded with Lady.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born 11 July 2011
Bear
Bear was referred to Munchkins via our welfare advisor.
Health problems: He is unhandleable.
Why Bear can't be rehomed: Bear was taken away from his mum at a very young age and is terrified of people. He is gradually beginning to trust others.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2021
Bert
Bert's owner was too ill to care for him.
Health problems: Bert had a serious virus and nearly died.
Why Bert can't be rehomed: He is elderly with poor teeth and cannot eat hay and is bonded with Rolo.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 1997
Blossom
Blossom was neglected and emaciated on arrival.
Health problems: Blossom was starved so is always hungry. She also had a traumatic background.
Why Blossom can't be rehomed: When Blossom arrived, she was un-handleable and emaciated. She is now settled with her friend Christie and it would be too traumatic to move her.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 1999
Bonnie
Bonnie was rescued from Wales.
Health problems: Dwarfism and behavioural issues.
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnie's dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible conformation in her hind legs.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2010
Christie
Christie was rescued and brought to Munchkins.
Health problems: She had awful teeth which needed major work. She also has advanced arthritis.
Why Christie can't be rehomed: She is extremely bonded with Blossom and will remain at Munchkins.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 1992
Cracker
Cracker was abandoned.
Health problems: Behavioural issues, resource guards food and will kick.
Why Cracker can't be rehomed: Not ready
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2020
Crumble
Crumble's owner could no longer care for him.
Health problems: Dwarfism, club feet, dental problems and prone to laminitis.
Why Crumble can't be rehomed: Due to having dwarfism, he will have a short life span and needs careful monitoring. His hooves also need trimming every 2 weeks due to his club feet.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2005
Daisy, Daphne & Dandy
Daisy and her two foals came to us after their owner could no longer care for them.
Health problems: The foals were bottle fed after Dandy's mum died so Daisy took him on as well as her own foal.
Why they can't be rehomed: Not ready.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2008
Dottie
Dottie was part of an RSPCA rescue case.
Health problems: She has sweet itch, prone to laminitis, and she has had surgery on a hind leg ligament.
Why Dottie can't be rehomed: Too many health problems and may require additional surgery.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2007
Eve
Eve was rescued from Wales.
Health problems: A very frightened pony.
Why Eve can't be rehomed: She is a very frightened, traumatised pony. She is best friends with Velvet and both will remain at Munchkins as they are pair bonded.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2005
Felicity
Felicity's owner could no longer care for her.
Health problems: Spondylosis in her spine, arthritis in her neck and hind legs, cushings (PPID).
Why Felicity can't be rehomed: Too many health issues.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2003
Hector
Hector's owner could no longer care for him.
Health problems: Prone to laminitis, and has advanced arthritis in his hind legs.
Why Hector can't be rehomed: Hector will remain at Munchkins.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2008
Herbie
Herbie's owner could no longer care for him.
Health problems: Articular facet spinal joint arthritis requiring steroid injections and ongoing physio and rehabilitation.
Why Herbie can't be rehomed: Too many health issues.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2004
Honey
Honey's owner could no longer care for her.
Health problems: Prone to laminitis and behavioural problems.
Why Honey can't be rehomed: Honey would not cope with being rehomed.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2003
January
January was abandoned and emaciated.
Health problems: She has arthritis, cataracts, and behavioural problems.
Why January can't be rehomed: She is too old and nervous so it would be very traumatic for her to move homes now.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2000
Lady
Lady was rescued from an abusive situation.
Health problems: Prone to laminitis, back problems, and stiff hind legs.
Why Lady can't be rehomed: She is pair bonded with Bam Bam and very nervous.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2007
Luna
Luna was abandoned on the side of a main road.
Health problems: Completely blind, and has equine metabolic syndrome.
Why Luna can't be rehomed: She needs stability at Munchkins and is bonded with Mabel.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2005
Mabel
Mabel's owner could no longer care for her.
Health problems: She has behavioural issues, dwarfism, arthritis and twisted back legs.
Why Mabel can't be rehomed: Mabel is Luna's guide.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2010
Nutmeg
Nutmeg was an unhandled ex brood mare.
Health problems: She has arthritis and is very nervous.
Why Nutmeg can't be rehomed: She has had numerous homes and it would be to traumatic for her to move again.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2001
Poppet
Poppet was an emergency rescue case and severely neglected (body score 0.2).
Health problems: Poppet has arthritis and terrible teeth.
Why Poppet can't be rehomed: She is too old and needs to be safe for the rest of her life.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 1993
Rolo
Rolo was a welfare neglect case.
Health problems: He has very poor teeth, is very nervous, and is partially sighted.
Why Rolo can't be rehomed: He is too old and moving homes would be too traumatic for him.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 1996
Sherbet
Sherbet's owner could no longer care for her.
Health problems: She has cushings (PPID), and major arthritis in her pelvic area. She is also prone to laminitis.
Why Sherbet can't be rehomed: Multiple health complaints.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2001
Silver
Silver was referred from another rescue centre.
Health problems: Silver has pelvis and stifle problems and is due for surgery.
Why Silver can't be rehomed: Due to her health problems.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2005
Skye
Skye was rescued as her owner could no longer care for her.
Health problems: It is believed she is partially sighted, is extremely nervous and needs specialist care and attention.
Why Skye can't be rehomed: She is very frightened, head shy and needs experienced ongoing training with our behavioural expert.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2009
Toffee
Toffee came from a multi agency rescue.
Health problems: Cushings (PPID), laminitis, sweet itch, EMS, allergies, and severe front hoof problems.
Why Toffee can't be rehomed: Due to her health problems.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2008
Tiny Tim
Tim was rescued as his owner could no longer care for him.
Health problems: Prone to laminitis, cushings (PPID). He cannot take prascend.
Why Tim can't be rehomed: He was very ill before he came to us and was in a vet hospital due to a reaction to his cushings medication. He needs specialist monitoring.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2010
Tom
Tom's owner could no longer care for him.
Health problems: Potential stomach ulcers, anxiety and a nervous twitch.
Why Tom can't be rehomed: Not ready. Still investigating health issues.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2014
Twinkle
Twinkle was rescued as her owner could no longer care for her.
Health problems: Advanced arthritis.
Why Twinkle can't be rehomed: She is too old and settled at Munchkins.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 1995
Velvet
Velvet was rescued and then sent to Munchkins.
Health problems: Velvet is in her late 20's and came from a horrific background of abuse. She has very few grinding teeth and needs several bowls of soft mash a day in winter.
Why Velvet can't be rehomed: Velvet has had an awful life and is petrified of people. She needs time to learn to trust again and will live out her days here at Munchkins.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 1998
Whisper
Whisper was rescued as her owner could no longer care for her.
Health problems: Cushings (PPID), partially sighted and has had a cancerous tumour removed.
Why Whisper can't be rehomed: Too many health complaints.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 1996
Womble
Womble was rescued and brought to Munchkins.
Health problems: Cow hocks and twisted fetlocks.
Why Womble can't be rehomed: Being retained as a petting pony.
Bonnie is from Wales
Health problems: Dwarfism and Behavioural Issues
Why Bonnie can't be rehomed: Because of Bonnies dwarfism, she has a short life span and needs careful monitoring. She has terrible condormation in her hind legs.
Born in 2021