Meet the Animals

 
The animals at Spring Brook Farm are important members of our team.
Farm animals are selected for the program based on temperament and size. Once an animal arrives at the farm, it is observed for a period of four weeks to give us time to evaluate its health and suitability for working with children. If the animal is appropriate for our program, it receives one-on-one time with our staff members becoming accustomed to the sound, appearance, and feel of wheelchairs, walkers and other support devices.

All of our animals receive regular veterinarian care, a healthy diet, ample exercise on our green pastures, and daily handling by our staff and volunteers.

We are proud of our animals and feel each is exceptional and well-suited to partner with children of varying abilities.

Geronimo is a 22 year old Appaloosa gelding and was rescued from conditions of severe neglect. He loves children and is a favorite in the barn. He enjoys hanging his head out of his stall and nuzzling people as they go past.

Bert and Ernie are miniature donkeys. They are half brothers and have been together since they were born 8 years ago. They are very kind and gentle guys and love a carrot now and then.

Mickey is a registered miniature horse and stands 34 inches tall. He is very social, loves people, and gives rides to our very small visitors.

Bonnie is a 17 year old miniature horse. She is a sweet little girl and loves to be brushed. Bonnie is the mother of Cricket.

Cricket is 1 1/2 years old and has personality plus. She is our smallest equine at only 31 inches tall. She is very curious and loves to run fast in the fields.

Little Red is a 23 year old Shetland pony. He is very sweet and shy.

Chester is a Dorset sheep. He is our gentle giant who will eat oyster crackers from a child's hand. A very large animal, but quiet and loves attention. Chester lives with five ewes: Dolly; Lamp Chop; Cinnamon; Sugar, and Yoshi.

Annabelle and Chloe are Nubian goats. They are very clever and can get out of, or into, many funny situations. They love to follow people around.

Kirby and Cotton are French Angora rabbits. They love to snuggle in a child’s arms. Carrots and alfalfa are favorite foods.

Jody, Pacer, Brussel and Sprout are pygmy goats. Brussel and Sprout were born here at the farm in May, 2007. They are very friendly and love attention.

Dreamer and Chestnut are miniature horses. The girls are half-sisters and are fours years old. They are very quiet and love to be handled and groomed.