Cookie
Background
Cookie came to us as an unbroken horse looking for a home. He has always been sweet-natured and laid back, but during his time with us has required significant care. He developed canker, a serious hoof condition that required intensive veterinary treatment, including surgery, long-term management, and careful rehabilitation. Thanks to that investment and ongoing rigorous hoof care, Cookie remains healthy, active, and able to enjoy his work.
Yearly Cost of Care £5280
Date of Birth
16th May 2010
Breed
Tb x Fell
Colour
Piebald
Medication
Iodine Treatment on hooves daily
Feeding
Biotin for hoof growth
About
Cookie has done a bit of everything during his time with us, with one of his biggest achievements being completing the Coast to Coast trail ride, an incredible 11-day journey across England. He is a versatile horse who suits both beginners and more advanced riders. He understands lateral work and, when he chooses, can be beautifully light and responsive. He enjoys variety in his work, mental stimulation, and plenty of time playing out in the field.
Personality Quirks
Cookie is playful and highly intelligent, often working things out for himself very quickly. He enjoys using his brain and loves learning tricks, thriving when he feels he is working in partnership rather than being told what to do. In the field, he is always up to something and keeps everyone entertained with his cheeky, playful nature.
Why we Love them
We love Cookie for his resilience as much as his personality. After undergoing a serious and high-risk operation for canker, he spent months in recovery while his hoof regrew. His journey is a testament to patience, care, and commitment. Today, he is sound, happy, and full of life, a horse who reminds us daily what is possible when you invest in their future.
Choose your monthly support level
Whether you want to give a little or a lot, every monthly donation helps us care for the horses who make our work possible.
Harness Digital Supporter
£10 per month
A simple, meaningful way to help.
You’ll receive:
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A digital thank-you and welcome message
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Information about the horses you are helping to support
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Quarterly email updates with yard news, stories and photographs
Perfect for those who want to make a difference and stay connected in a simple, affordable way.
Harness Supporter
£25 per month
A heartfelt connection and regular updates.
You’ll receive:
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A top trumps pack with information about each of the horses.
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A photograph from the herd
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Quarterly email updates with news and stories
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A Christmas card featuring one of the horses
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An invitation to attend a Meet and Greet event during one of our open days
Perfect for anyone who wants to support and stay connected to the horses in a more personal way.
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Harness Champion
£50 per month
Everything from Supporter, with some extra treats.
You’ll receive everything in the Supporter package, plus:
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A Harness Champion T-shirt
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Your choice of a keyring, car window sticker or mug
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The chance to join a photoshoot at the yard and receive digital photographs to keep
This is a brilliant option if you’d like to wear your support proudly and enjoy a closer connection to the work we do.
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Harness Guardian
Become a Harness Guardian if you believe deeply in the work we do and want to stand behind it. Your support strengthens the foundation that allows our horses to support children, young people and adults through our programmes. As a Guardian, you will make a big impact on helping us care for the horses and sustain the community they are part of.
£100 per month
You’ll receive everything in the Supporter and Champion packages, plus:
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Your choice of a bracelet made from one of the horses’ tail hair or a handmade leather handbag stamped with the Harness Change logo
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Your name on a plaque at the yard recognising you as a Harness Guardian
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An invitation to our annual Harness Change Celebration Event, a special day with the team, the horses and fellow supporters