Meet the animals
Many animals live in the sanctuary. Each has their own story and journey.
Libby
Libby’s previous owner reached out because Libby didn’t fit in with her herd. Sadly, Libby had been shifted on several occasions, and we hope this move will be her last…
Milly
Milly came to Hidden Valley Farm Sanctuary as a much loved pet, sadly due to her human companion’s personal circumstances Milly’s future was uncertain. Milly settled in well to the…
Jazz
Terri has known Jazz for many years, as she belonged to a friend. Her friend’s circumstance meant she could no longer care for Jazz, heart broken she handed her over…
BB
BB arrived named Tui but didn’t seem to react to that name much, so gained a nick name that has since stuck, BB meaning Big Boss. BB was accompanied by…
Alan
Alan the alpaca arrived at Hidden Valley Farm with his bestie BB (Horse). They are inseparable. Alan is very shy but starting to come out of his shell. He loves…
Derek
Terri found Derek as an abandoned lamb and took him home to warm up in front of the fire. Terri & Jim had only lived on the property for a…
Little Blue
Little Blue was given to us by a friend, who had too many. He competes with Big Blue and until he grows his fan of feathers he will be on…
Pecker Friends
Hidden Valley Farm has had an ongoing cry of help to take in chooks and roosters. Some have been generously sponsored, others on occasion just left at the gate. Here…
Forest
Forest first arrived at Hidden Valley Farm due to a sad situation of his owner having terminal cancer. We were able to fulfill her wish to keep them together in…
Bo
Bo arrived with Chief. She is probably the oldest pony here and has given years of love to children. She was reluctantly given up by her owners. However they knew…
Zeb
Zebby is a stunning Mini Shetland Pony, however he is an unknown mix and is the largest of the Shetlands. Zeb never fails to turn heads. He is strong-willed and…
Rosie
Rosie is the daughter of Pixi and a pretty Appaloosa type. She is young and full of beans but needs some handling and training. She will be a lovely friend…
Pippi
Pipi is a typical example of a hand reared goat, who grew up and took over her owners lives and heart. It became apparent she needed to reintegrate into farm…
Tyla
Tyla came to HVF in March 2024 as her long term owner needed to go overseas for an undetermined time. Tyla is fully sponsored by her owner. She keeps full…
Nellie
Nellie; born to Pixi and Obiwan on 10th December 2023. Nellie from day one has been strong bright and curious. Nellie was named, after a helpxchange visitor (seen in one…
Gail
It was always Terri’s dream to rescue dairy calves. Gail arrived at only 5 days old with Stormy, another calf who sadly didn’t make the trauma. Gail is now a…
Turkey Crew
We have two male and two female turkeys, they used to live completely self-sufficient in the Hidden Valley. In the winter, we shared a few treats, so they came back…
Ashby
Ashby was purchased as a paddock mate for Russel when Terri first arrived at Hidden Valley Farm, from the first day she has been a hit with everyone, she loves…
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Choose the farm animal you’d love to support and become part of the Hidden Valley Story. Come and spend time with your adopted pet on a sunny day and enjoy cuddles and make memories together, while we take care of all the day-to-day care, whatever the weather. Sponsorship is a wonderful way to connect with animals, support their life at the sanctuary, and have a little furry or feathered friend waiting for you when you visit.