Meet The Minis
Romeo
Romeo (mini horse - estimated birth year 2013) was the first mini trained to be part of the mini therapy program. Romeo was bought at a kill pen in Pennsylvania. He lives up to his name as he loves the ladies, but he also loves visiting with children in particular. As a matter of fact, during the pandemic he stayed with a little girl and her family as her very own Pandemic Pony. She was able to ride and love on him every day, truly the best therapy in the world during a time when children were suffering so much. Please donate to support Romeo and his mission with us.
Pixie
Pixie (mini horse born in 2015) was received from another rescue. Pixie was a starvation/neglect case that came to us with a badly injured eye. Once the vet examined her it was obvious that her eye needed to come out. Horses do very well and recover pretty quickly after this type of surgery but it did take some work to get her to trust people again and feel comfortable with things happening on her blind side. Now she is a rock star at our events and despite Romeo's best efforts, Pixie is Fluff's girlfriend. Please donate to support Pixie and her mission with us.
Fluffanutter
Fluffanutter (mini horse - estimated birth year 1994) is the eldest of the herd. He was one of several miniature horses seized from a difficult situation in Maine. He was brought to the farm underweight and with an untreated medical condition. After getting his health back on track it was obvious that with his gentle nature he would make an excellent therapy mini. Fluff has been on many visits and is also the official "Pride Pony" for the Town of Swampscott. Please donate to support Fluffanutter and his mission with us.
Flossy
Flossy (mini donkey - born on April 11, 2018) was born to a donkey rescued from a kill pen. She received her name after dental floss was used to stop bleeding from her umbilicus shortly after birth. She is confident and curious and is the first donkey to walk up to anything newly introduced to the paddock. This makes her a great donkey for our events. Flossy also loves having her backside scratched and within minutes will invite your scratches and even sit on your lap if allowed. She is the lucky recipient of Bucko’s love, but it is unrequited. Please donate to support Flossy and her mission with us.
Bucko
Bucko (mini donkey - estimated birth year 2000). He was saved from a poor living situation where he was alone for many years. Donkeys are very social and need companions. He had escaped from his home and found his way to one of the MWAM founders’ front yard and was soon adopted. Bucko is a very gentle, sweet and smart soul. He is a perfect therapy donkey and gets asked to join Christmas and Easter events and is very gentle with the very young, old and sick. Bucko does love Flossy and will stay by her side for safety and comfort. He will bray for you when he wants attention. Please donate to support Bucko and his mission with us.
Kitty
Kitty (standard size donkey - estimated birth year 2015) was rescued from a kill pen. Soon after her arrival it was clear that she was pregnant. Donkeys have a 12 to 14 month pregnancy! It was an honor to care for her during that time. Kitty has a wonderful sweet and calm demeanor. She often stands in the background watching the action going on around her but is very approachable. She loves her human time including going for walks, getting groomed, and basic manners training. MWAM had the opportunity to adopt her and her baby Emma, so they could have a forever home and not be returned to the auction pipeline. Kitty is beginning to join our events. Donations are instrumental in allowing us to expand our herd and give these wonderful donkeys a new chance at life. Please donate to support Kitty and her mission with us.
Emma
Emma, (standard size donkey - born on April 16, 2021) is the daughter of Kitty. Emma was born with ears as tall as her legs. A fun quote that reminds us of Emma reads “…donkeys ears are so large to allow them to listen to what the world has to say and if we are willing to listen to them, just imagine what they can teach us?” Emma is a quick learner, willing to try new things, and has taught us so much in the process. Caring for her since her birth has been a blessing. Emma is a wonderful addition to our herd and is beginning to join our events. Please donate to support Emma and her mission with us.