The Rural Voice

The Rural Voice

Horsenalities parallel people’s personalities By Lisa Boonstoppel-Pot Vanessa Strike has long known horses are therapeutic and with the herd of six critically endangered Newfoundland ponies at Poppy’s Haven near Varna, she offers Equine Assisted Learning...
Radio Interview

Radio Interview

CBC Newfoundland Morning with Bernice Hillier, Martin Jones July 4, 2022 Poppy’s Haven co-owner Vanessa Strike’s interview with Bernice Hillier and Martin Jones on CBC Newfoundland Morning. Listen to the audio here:...
CTV News London

CTV News London

Critically endangered animal finding new life in Huron County CTV News London by Scott MillerJune 22, 2022 View Video and Article on CTV London Website “Pippi” is only a week old, but is considered a very special addition to the equine universe. Pippi is a...
Bayfield Breeze

Bayfield Breeze

Endangered Newfoundland Pony Foal Born Near Bayfield Bayfield Breeze Vol13  Week 26  Issue 676 – June 22, 2022 View Article on Bayfield Breeze Website In the early hours of June 16, a very important little filly, Poppy’s Haven’s Pippi Longstocking, was...