Glasgow care home residents have been left with the 'biggest smiles' on their faces after a special visit. 

Residents at Haydale Care Home, based in Tollcross, were today visited by therapy ponies - Flicker and Wilson.

The Shetland ponies, who were dressed as reindeers and even seen wearing red converse shoes, helped kick off Haydale's Christmas celebrations with lots of 'cuddles and pets.

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The residents were left completely thrilled by the visit. 

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Rose McLean, 97, said: "It's not every day I get to cuddle a reindeer in my bedroom."

Alice Softly, 67, added: "I'd like to keep them and we can have a big garden here for ponies."

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The East End care home has previously used therapy ponies, which have proved to be a great benefit for the residents, helping to boost their self esteem and mood. 

Isabel Cummings, wellbeing co-ordinator at Haydale, said: "What better way to kick off Christmas here at Haydale than by lifting everyone's moods with cute animals and lots of cuddles." 

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Haydale Care Home is located at 17 Corbet Street in Tollcross. 

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