Tipsy was born on 22 July 2024, and from the very beginning, life asked more of her than most. She was born with partial paralysis, leaving her back legs weak and uncoordinated. Standing, walking, and keeping up with other lambs did not come easily to her, but determination meant she never stopped trying.

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When her family reached out for help, it was clear that Tipsy needed more support than they could provide. She came to Little Oak Sanctuary as a young lamb, unsure on her feet but already showing signs of a determined spirit.

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As Tipsy settled in, her personality began to shine. She formed close friendships with Theo, Grace, and Bubba, finding confidence in her surroundings and comfort in her flock. Despite the challenges her body presented, Tipsy never stopped trying. She wanted to move, explore, and be involved in everything happening around her.

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One of the most defining moments in Tipsy’s journey came when she was fitted with her first wheelchair. What followed surprised everyone. With the right support beneath her, Tipsy did not just walk, she ran. She learned to jump, play, and race across the yard with such enthusiasm that her wheelchair has needed extra reinforcements just to keep up with her.

Today, Tipsy is no longer a little lamb. She is a young sheep with a bold personality, boundless energy, and determination personified. She plays hard, keeps pace with her friends, and approaches life head on, refusing to be limited by what she was born with.

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Tipsy’s life is a powerful reminder that disability does not define ability, and that with care, patience, and the right support, animals can thrive in ways that challenge our expectations. By sponsoring Tipsy, you help provide ongoing veterinary care, physiotherapy support, mobility equipment, and everything she needs to live a full and enriched life. Most importantly, you help ensure Tipsy is valued simply for who she is.