Bleakholt's 12 animals of Christmas

Date published: 09 December 2022

Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary hopes to have some of their inhabitants settled in front of a fire in their forever homes by Christmas. 

The Edenfield sanctuary rehomes cats, dogs and small animals while horses, donkeys, mules, goats, pigs and more live out their lives at the 55-acre site so sponsorship for these makes an ideal Christmas present if you can't open your home.

Meet 12 of their current residents who could be your newest companion:

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1 Zeeke 

Zeeke is Bleakholt’s calendar boy this year – and they hope his cover story will get him a home!  

Zeeke is a three-year-old lurcher who has been at the sanctuary a while.  

He is playful, inquisitive, loving and friendly but does have anxiety issues.  

 

 

Millie 

Little lady Millie is a seven-year-old staffy. Millie is a sweet girl that loves to be with you and does have separation anxiety so needs a home that is understanding of this.
Millie loves her walks and enjoys sniffing, playing and going on adventures. 

 

 

Podge and Cookie 

Siblings Podge and Cookie and are six-years-old and love each other. They always stand on the same side of each other - it's so cute! 

They came to Bleakholt when their owner sadly passed away.  

They are very nervous and will need plenty of time and patience.  

 

 

Chase and Bubble 

Guinea pigs Chase and Bubble need a new home together. They are a bonded female pair and are just over one-year-old. They were much-loved pets but their owner was unable to keep them due to a change of circumstances. Both have lovely natures but are a bit shy so need a quiet home.

 

 

Freda 

Freda originally came from a feral colony so is understandably a little nervous around new people at times. Freda would suit a very quiet and understanding home. Since being at Bleakholt, Freda has enjoyed the staff giving head scratches and strokes on her own terms, so she is definitely coming around.

 

 

Drifter 

Drifter is almost 14 years old and is a flashy Piebald gelding. He’s cheeky and loves being out in the field with his friends, getting covered in mud.

 

 

Barclay 

Barclay, commonly known as ‘Batman’ amongst the staff, is a 10-year-old black Shetland pony gelding. He came to Bleakholt in 2013 with Elliot but since his arrival he has found a new best friend in Jeff and the love of his life in Dee Dee. They do make a very good couple.

 

 

Randy 

Randy is best friends with Bracken after both arriving at the sanctuary around the same time in 2010.  

Randy is nearly 17 and is a handsome Welsh pony. He is a friendly yet cheeky young man who quite likes being the centre of attention. Randy enjoys play fighting in the field. 

 

 

Mario and Gascoigne 

Rabbits Mario and Gascoigne are brothers who are five months old and were hand-reared at Bleakholt after their mother died. They are extremely tame. 

 

 

Kenko 

Kenko is a recently neutered, one-year-old, male lionhead. Kenko is very active and full of mischief! 

 

 

Bev 

Bev came to us after her owners left her behind when they moved. She is a very confident lady and would suit an active household. She will need outdoor access once settled. 

 

 

Sharon 

Sharon can be a little bossy at times, as she is an independent lady who likes her own space and likes to have all four paws on the floor. She is sassy and loves curling up on her favourite blanket, watching the world go by.