In this episode of HoofNotes, Robert shares a scorcher of a week — from surviving the Saintfield Show heatwave to taking home Reserve Champion with his beloved donkeys. Hear what it means to show animals, and why Tourism Northern Ireland’s recent visit could change everything. We’ve got outreach visits, a surprise appearance from the ever-demanding Luna, and a mid-podcast interruption from Branston the cat — naturally about 30 minutes in. Settle in for a warm, honest, and very donkey-filled ride through rural life.

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After a much-needed pause to rest and reset, Robert returns with an extended episode of HoofNotes. In this heartfelt catch-up, we visit a wedding where the donkeys wore umbrellas, enjoy some hilarious and moving care home moments, visit from a Scottish family, and experience the chaos of 9 donkeys on one trek.

Plus: a beautiful listener question all about donkey foaling, the practical aspects and the little joys surrounding birth.

It’s a longer listen this week, packed with stories. Grab a cuppa, and come walk with us through mayhem, laughter, and the magic of farm life.

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This week on HoofNotes, the gates are closed — but the stories haven’t stopped. As Robert takes time for some long-overdue maintenance around the farm, the animals step up with their usual mix of drama and heart.

There’s a sheep stuck in a fence, another sheep launching a surprise headbutt, and a deeply moving moment as one visitor finds peace during a goat meditation session. With donkeys providing comfort, goats mirroring emotions, and one very determined woman who overcame anxiety just to show up — it’s a gentle reminder that being still with animals can be the best therapy.

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