It all began with Tina and James. Growing up in the countryside with dogs and ponies, Tina was always that child who spent her pocket money on three-legged horses in gift shops. James was a city boy who discovered a natural bond with animals.

First to join the menagerie were Barry and Barbara, a pair of rescued ducks, quickly followed by a flock of chickens and Tobias the turkey. Poppy the naughty donkey and toy horse Rocky added to the family soon after.

After a serious and life-changing accident, James found a special symbiotic relationship with the animals beneficial to both his physical and mental health.