A tiny pony, who stands at just 28 inches tall, is now an adored member of the World Horse Welfare herd after being rescued in a desperate state last year.
When charity field officer, Charlotte, found Pickle he was so weak he couldn’t even stand and his breathing was extremely laboured.
A multi-agency operation led to the removal of Pickle and a number of other horses from the site.
Pickle was taken to World Horse Welfare’s holding yard where he tested positive for multiple illnesses including strangles, equine flu and salmonella. He was so weak that he kept collapsing.
“The team worked so hard to nurse him back to health,” said Charlotte. “The vet said she’s never known a pony test positive for salmonella as many times as he did.
“He very nearly didn’t make it but eventually turned a corner and started to recover.”
Pickle was eventually well enough to travel to World Horse Welfare Penny Farm where he is now thriving, winning the hearts of visitors as well as becoming a popular member of the equine herd.
“Despite his awful start to life, Pickle now has a much brighter future ahead of him surrounded by expert care, kindness and the chance to finally enjoy being a young pony,” added a World Horse Welfare spokesman.
Yearling Pickle is enjoying life at Penny Farm and will be up for rehoming in the future. Take a look at World Horse Welfare’s horses and ponies currently available for rehoming here.
