“I thought I’d be cuddling animals… but I clean, I ache, and I wouldn’t change it. I feel lost without the sanctuary.”

“Cyril the donkey stole my heart — I’d take him home if I could! Sponsoring animals like him for £3/month changes everything.”

From welly-boot nerves to stable-side chats, Erin found calm, connection, and courage through volunteering at Crosskennan.

“I’m 40 and just getting started – Crosskennan didn’t just rescue animals, it rescued me. I’ve never been happier.”