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Tell the Senate: Keep “Save Our Bacon” out of the Farm Bill
Your voice is making a difference. Thanks to the power of people like you, the Farm Bill draft released by Senate Agriculture Chair John Boozman does not include the dangerous Save Our Bacon Act. This is a major victory for animals. But the fight is far from over. The Save Our Bacon Act would threaten […]
Meet Harper: The LEAP Student Who Saved Her Sheep from Slaughter
Most FFA and 4-H students never question what happens after auction day. In traditional agriculture programs like FFA and 4-H, kids spend months raising an animal, feeding them, grooming them, often naming them, before selling them at a livestock auction, where the highest bidder typically sends them to slaughter. Here at Animal Place, we’ve welcomed […]
Animal Care Supervisor
The Animal Care Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of animal care staff and volunteers, as well as assisting in the cleaning, feeding, and medicating of the animal residents. This position works in conjunction with the RVT under the supervision of the Animal Care Director, and alongside a team of dedicated caregivers, providing 24/7 […]
Meet Rebecca Baylies: Getting to Know Animal Place’s New Executive Director
A conversation about cows, courage, and a more compassionate future. When we began the search for Animal Place’s next Executive Director, we weren’t simply looking for someone to lead an organization; we were looking for someone who shares our belief that every animal deserves compassion, respect, and the chance to live free from suffering. After […]
Mutton Bustin’ Returns to the Nevada County Fair: Here’s Why We’re Asking the Board to Get Rid of It
The Nevada County Fair returns August 12–16, and Mutton Bustin’ is back on the schedule. This is just one of several ways animals are used at fairs. We want to talk about what this event asks of the sheep that are forced to participate. What Mutton Busting Actually Is Here’s how it works. A sheep […]
What the State Fair Doesn’t Tell You About Animals
Behind the funnel cakes and Ferris wheels, animals are paying the price for a “family tradition.” The 2026 California State Fair opened July 17 at Cal Expo in Sacramento, and for 17 days, more than half a million visitors will stream through the gates for concerts, carnival rides, and deep-fried everything. They’ll also find livestock […]
Help Chia & August Thrive
On a warm day in June, two people witnessed a dog being abused. As you would have, they both called 911, and officers arrived shortly thereafter. After arresting the individual and rescuing the dog, the officers discovered a cat, a chick, and a mouse inside the person’s vehicle. 🥰You will be happy to know that […]
LEAPing into the Future: Preparing NextGen Animal Advocates
This year, Animal Place is proud to be working with LEAP (Leaders for Ethics, Animals and The Planet) to host our first-ever middle-school summer camp at the end of July. We recently sat down with Danielle Hanosh, co-founder and executive director of LEAP, to learn more about their important programs and initiatives. What is LEAP? […]
Benny is Hospitalized
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 […]