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When her mum first brought home an injured but sweet-natured donkey nearly a decade ago, Sophia Holland never imagined the encounter would spark a lifelong bond with the unique pet.
The Pratten woman said she was only 14 when she first met Kiwi the donkey, who was recovering from a number of injuries after birthing complications and surgery.
After spending every afternoon after school making her new-found friend feel at home and calm, Sophia said it was her mum’s idea to start riding the donkey that truly cemented the pair’s bond. Pratten resident Sophia Holland said her donkey Matilda s best friend was her husband Liam s horse, named Tinker.