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Rescue & Adoption Program – Rescues
Since its inception of our Rescue & Adoption Program in August of 2010, Animal Place has rescued, rehomed or provided permanent refuge to: 24,690 hens, 229 roosters, 36 goats, 25 turkeys, 11 sheep, 10 pigs, 4 ducks, and 24 pigeons. (As of 8/1/2017) 2017 July 29 – 1 rooster, misidentified as a hen after being attacked by […]
The Truth About Chicken Farming
Chickens are descendants of the red and grey junglefowl. Artificial selection created the estimated 400 chicken breeds. Their social interactions and family structure have not much changed from their wild brethren. A flock is still comprised of lead roosters, subordinate males, hens and their chicks. They still have the proclivity to roost up high, scratch […]
The Truth About Petting Zoos
As a kid during the festival and fair season, getting to touch and interact with the animals in petting zoos was a favorite activity. I pet and fed goats, sheep, and even the occasional llama! As an animal lover, this was a dream come true. Now, as an adult, I understand that petting zoos are […]
Animal Place’s Vegan Lifestyle Guide
While diet might be the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the term “vegan”, it can also apply to clothing, cosmetics, and more! Animal Place promotes ethical veganism. This means a person’s choices and lifestyle seeks to avoid cruelty and suffering at all practical costs. Below is a list of companies that […]
Your help needed for Evelyn the piglet!
Meet Evelyn, one of six piglets who arrived from a hoarding rescue!
8 Reasons Activists Fast on World Day for Farmed Animals
Each October 2nd, activists across the globe fast in honor of the billions of animals who are slaughtered for their flesh. Below are 8 of the many reasons individuals fast.Farmed animals are often deprived of water and food for hours, sometimes DAYS, leading up to their slaughter. In the United States, farmed animals can be […]
Three Baby Goats Arrive!
After a long drive up, three baby goats arrived to Animal Place yesterday, and we couldn’t be more excited! The three came from a dairy farm, where they were unwanted because they are male and cannot produce milk. Typically on goat dairy farms, males are sold for slaughter. They are often castrated without pain relief, […]
Juanita
Name: Juanita Age: 1.5 years old Weight: 15 – 17 lbs Juanita is a happy-go-lucky puparoon who wants to go on jogs, hikes, walk, and also snooze on the cough and play with some toys. She gets along with other doggos and would enjoy a small or large pack of them to cavort with. She […]