Adopting an animal is a unique and rewarding gift for any occasion, and for friends and family of all ages. Give the gift that makes a difference by symbolically adopting the Clydesdale and Shire as they are listed as vulnerable and at risk. (See chart below)  Help us support  The Rare Breeds Survival Trust’s conservation efforts to save these magnificent Horses.
By donating funds in the form of an animal adoption, you will help provide for these magnificent animals and support our important conservation program. All financial support, large and small, is precious to us. Your donation is tax deductible.  Your 12-month personalised adoption package will  include, a Personalised adoption certificate and photograph of Michael at the time you start your annual sponsorship, which can be framed on request.  A fact sheet about the Shire Horse and regular photographs of Michael as he grows and matures into the fine Stallion he will be.
Frequently Asked Questions: There is no limit to the number of people who can adopt Michael,  as you are supporting a species of animal and Michael is the appointed mascot.  You cannot take home Michael but you are welcome to come and visit him anytime.

In the very near future there will also be available a range of gift products that will have Michael and his mum Westie displayed on, from t-shirts, tote bags, tiles, plates  to mugs.  These will raise funds for Glenmeadows Shire Horse Centre which has a tentative Open Day of 22nd October 2009.

When your business or company adopts an animal, you are supporting one of Mother nature’s most treasured creations. Your adoption certificate displayed in public view will demonstrate your commitment to conservation and the local community icon that will be Glenmeadow Shire Horse Centre.

Horses/Ponies  – as found on “The Rare Breeds Survival Trust” at http://www.rbst.org.uk/watch-list/main

Category	Breed/s
1. Critical	Cleveland Bay horse; Eriskay pony; Suffolk horse
2. Endangered	Dales pony; Exmoor pony; Hackney horse and pony
3. Vulnerable	Clydesdale horse; Dartmoor pony; Welsh Mountain (Section A) Semi-Feral pony
4. At Risk	Fell pony; Highland pony; Shire horse
5. Minority	N/A
6. Other native breeds	New Forest pony; Shetland pony; Welsh pony & cob

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