One of our caregivers found Benny straining outside the barn during heat checks. His labored breathing and straining to pee indicated he was suffering from a urinary blockage – a medical emergency. This is an unexpected and expensive emergency. Your donation right now is critical in ensuring Benny receives the care he deserves. If you […]
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Recently, a mama skunk decided to make a den near the chicken pasture. On camera, we saw her with one baby. Then we realized she had four more! And while this family is absolutely adorable, the mama skunk has been seen stalking some of our smallest bantam chickens. It is uncommon for skunks to attack birds, ‘but
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It’s time for the sheep to get nekkid! With temperatures climbing, the sheep are ready to get a haircut and be free of their winter wool coats. This annual tradition keeps the sheep cooler during the summer months. And here is your chance to keep a sanctuary sheep comfortable and provide your local birds with
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How two pigs exploited for research are safe at sanctuary After more than two years in concrete pens, Claire and Maisy are taking their first steps on grass and soft earth. Please welcome these two lovelies to what we hope is many years in sanctuary. You can support their sanctuary journey here. Late last year,
The House Agriculture Committee is moving forward with a Farm Bill that strips voter-approved animal welfare laws, shields industrial agriculture from accountability, and ignores animal fighting. Here’s what you need to know and what you can do. The 2026 Farm Bill, formally known as the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, is working
I was chatting with our animal care director, Meg, about the goats and sheep we took on from a cruelty case in December and how far they have come. I was especially impressed by how much weight they’ve gained, including sweet Krista, a senior LaMancha goat with tiny ears and a soulful expression. Meg agreed,
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A week ago, a dog and cat shelter asked us to take in a goat named Gilbert. He had been a “shelter goat” for four years. The weekend prior, stray dogs attacked him and his friend. Gilbert’s friend had to be euthanized. 😭 Gilbert was left with multiple bite wounds on his back legs. He
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With your donation of $25 or more, you can sponsor one of the Sanctuary Sweethearts below! We will send you a digital certificate of your sponsored lovebugs. You can also send an e-card to the sweetheart in your life!
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Babe celebrates 25 years of life on January 16, 2026! She arrived five years ago, heavily pregnant and quite shy. She gave birth to Edgar and has done a phenomenal job of raising him! Your donation will provide Babe with her daily pain management, extra meals, and medical therapies needed to keep her comfortable. Last
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How a community of law enforcement and nonprofits came together Earlier this month, the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office (NCSO) responded to a call concerning starving and dead animals at a Grass Valley property. When an officer arrived, he discovered multiple dead and sick animals. NCSO’s Animal Control Division responded to check on the animals. What
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