Nipper
Rehome Classification: Companion
Age: 14
Breed: Moorland Pony
Height: 10.2hh
Gender: Gelding
Colour/Markings: Black
Personality
Nipper is gentle, laid back and confident. He likes to mutually groom with his equine companions, gets on well with other ponies in the field and keeps himself out of the way. He loves enrichment, such as snuffle mats and treat balls and a rummage box. He is good with vet and farrier visits, good to catch, groom, worm, and bath.
Health and Training
Health Status:
Nipper is susceptible laminitis due to his equine metabolic syndrome. Recently we have been treating this with metformin and he is on pain relief to maintain his comfort levels with his previous lameness issues. Nipper is on daily medication. He is being rehomed on our Prime Pastures scheme, where we can contribute towards the cost of his veterinary care.
Training Level:
Nipper is not currently in any training. He is good and relaxed when routine care is needed for the vets and farrier. Nipper has been ridden in the past, but due to health issues, has now retired from all ridden work.


Nipper's Past
Nipper came to the Sanctuary as part of our 2018 merger with another charity. We have few details of his life before this.
Nipper's Future
Rehoming Fee: Not applicable. (Prime Pastures scheme).
Nipper needs to have his grazing restricted throughout the year to manage his weight. His ideal home would be with another pony with similar needs and management, with someone experienced with laminitis-prone equines.
