In the summer of 2025, Hoppy the founder of Smokey Crow Emporium gained an unexpected — and unforgettable — mascot. While out on a dog walk, Hoppy , came across a baby crow in serious trouble. He was being attacked by two larger crows and appeared unable to escape. On closer inspection, he seemed to have injured legs and possible abdominal damage, and was clearly not going to survive without help. She brought him home, sought advice from RSPCA (who told her to leave him and l