Our mission is to support mental health through the therapeutic powers of animals.
About Our 4 Legged Friends
Our 4 Legged Friends CIC is a small community farm based in Mobberley near Knutsford providing a nurturing environment for young people, families and adults to connect with animals and nature. Our focus is mental health, relaxation and fostering connections with animals, which has proven benefits for reducing stress and anxiety, enhancing overall wellbeing.
Message from Jim
Hi, I’m Jim and I set up Our 4 Legged Friends CIC to follow my passion of working with animals. It all started 15 years ago when I took my dog Ellie into see visit my Auntie Patricia who had dementia. Fast forward to today, and we are on a mission to show how animals can play a really important role in helping improve mental health, building relationships and navigate challenges.
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At 4 Legged Friends, we have a fabulous team of equines that keep us on our hooves. Our crew includes Rio and Molly, two stately horses, along with Marley and Zac, our two miniature horses, who firmly believe size doesn’t matter. Then there are Sam and Ely, our donkeys, who bring endless affection—and a touch of mischief. There’s something truly magical about the connection and energy that horses bring. These majestic animals have superpowers to sense emotions and have a calming effect that makes you forget they just tried to steal your carrot snack.
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Dogs are where it all started for us with Ellie the therapy dog; fast forward 10 years we now have eight dogs including four rescues: Tallulah, Cody, Lola and Roxy. Each one has their own unique story, personality, and quirks, and they’ve become cherished members of our family. The rescues remind us daily not only of the importance of giving animals a second chance and how much better farm chores are with a wagging tail by your side. Their unconditional love (and occasional stolen sandwiches) make it all worthwhile.
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Where do we even begin with cats? Jim got his first cat Mary when he was just 10 years old. Fast forward 35 years, and he adopted Tobias, a stray he found while on holiday in Greece. Little did he know that this would spark the creation of a cat rescue and sanctuary with 25 cats. Cats bring immense therapeutic benefits to our visitors, who love spending time relaxing with these affectionate feline.
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Our 4 Legged Friends CIC
We are located in Mobberley, Cheshire at various farm locations where our animals are live.
Registered Address
Our 4 Legged Friends CIC, C/O The Apprentice Academy
St James’s Building, 79 Oxford Street Manchester M1 6FQ
07511 145823
hello@our4leggedfriends.org