Crosskennan Lane Animal Sanctuary

04/03/2025

‼️ Lyn has a favour to ask of our supporters.‼️

She is getting some work done to her house and needs skirting boards lifted from IslandBawn Stores or somewhere similar asap. Ideally this morning. They are 4.8 metres in length so would need to be someone with a trailer or van.

This is for Lyn, NOT for the sanctuary and if anyone is able to help they will be PAID!

If you can help or know anyone who can please leave your phone number below and we will be in touch.

THANK YOU!

03/03/2025

We would like to give a huge shout out to our shavings supplier McEvoy Run Of The Mill 💙

These guys are brilliant and always go out of their way to get deliveries to us when we really need them. Not only are their products are great, but they always take great care in making sure the pallets are put neatly into our lean to where space is limited!

Times have been tough over the past few months and it’s often a case of trying to make what bedding we have last as long as possible, but when we need more we need more, and McEvoys always do their best to make this happen ✨

💙 THANK YOU 💙

03/03/2025

He already got a chance to show his own appreciation but we would also like to thank Tanya for her kind donation to Lucas today 🥰❤️🐴

02/03/2025

One of our very dedicated volunteers Deidre brought these rugs to us, that were kindly donated by her friend! ❤️

We really appreciate any donations of clean, usable rugs! 🐴

If they don’t fit any of our residents we are able to sell them, and through doing this recently we’ve managed to raise some funds to put toward the completion of our much needed new kennels! 🐕🐾

02/03/2025

📞 Answer machine now available 📞

Over the past few days our answer machine has been full, which may have prevented you from leaving a message. We’ve now cleared our backlog, and the service is available again.

If we missed your message or you have an enquiry, please get in touch again. You can also send an email to: [email protected]

For support or advice on surrendering/rehoming an animal, please contact: [email protected]

As a volunteer run organisation caring for 100+ animals around the clock, we truly appreciate your patience and understanding!

Thank you 🐕🐈🐴🐓

02/03/2025

Some of you may have followed Caelan’s journey. He was left at Monaghan Dog Pound - after spending his life tied to a chain outside. He has been with us for almost two months.

In that time, this incredible boy has made remarkable progress. From a life of isolation and uncertainty, he has learned to settle and feel safe with people. He goes to his bed when asked, listens well, and is very clean in his kennel. There’s nothing he loves more than running in the field with his friends - both human and canine!

He still has some slight anxiety in new situations, but given what he’s been through, his resilience is nothing short of amazing.

Caelan has been training closely with our sanctuary manager, Lyn. Now he’s ready to find his forever home. For anyone interested in adopting him, we’d love for you to come up to the sanctuary for a few visits. This will help you get to know him better, build a bond, and learn how to continue with his training.

Email [email protected] if you’d be interested in working with & adopting Caelan.

Or visit www.crosskennanlane.co.uk/support-us to support our ongoing work. We would love nothing more than to give more animals like Caelan the second chance they deserve.

01/03/2025

Want to send the animals some presents!

Check out our wishlist!

01/03/2025

Harper and Theodore’s Birthday Wishlist!

Can you help us spoil the pair?

Harper, her mother Tweedy, their friend Grace and of course Theodore share their days, their meals, their lives. So any presents for the pair will be shared, either with their immediate family or the whole barn!

We will be having some cake and pampering next Saturday afternoon! You can come and join us when we sing happy birthday and share out the cake; we will have limited space and ask for a donation to help with running costs; tickets will be available tomorrow afternoon onwards. A little bit of fun on a Saturday afternoon!

Wishlist

🐴 Pony headcollars - good sized pony headcollars. No particular colour; fit is the important bit. Their current headcollars are poor fitting so they beg borrow and steal! Leadropes welcome too! 💕🐴
🐴 2 inch holes, minimum 40” haynets - purple is their group colour if possible!
🐴 Devils Relief supplement
🐴 carrots and apples, horse treats,
🐴 Top Spec High Fibre cubes
🐴 Top Spec HiFi Lite Chaff
🐴 Breath Easy for Tweedy (Harper’s mummy who we don’t have a birth date for.)
🐴 Himalayan Salt Licks


💕🐴

01/03/2025

Hi I’m Betty

I was just 3 weeks old, when my sisters and I were found orphaned after my mother was discovered dead.

We were all severely underweight, covered in fleas, and had cat flu. We did not think we would make it.

Thankfully with Crosskennan nursing us back to health we defied all odds.

I watched as my sisters got homes but I was overlooked, despite my friendly nature - an issue many black cats have. I have found my home and happiness now here at the sanctuary.

If you would like to help towards my costs by sponsoring me for just £3 a month, please see link below - I would love you to come visit!

https://www.crosskennanlane.co.uk/sponsor-an-animal

28/02/2025

🎂🎁Birthdays coming up! 🎁🎂

Want to make a difference in the lives of the rescues? Theodore and his good friend Harper both have birthdays coming up, Harper is coming 11 and Theodore is turning 14!

They would love some pressies if anyone wanted to send them anything!

Harper’s birthday - 6th March
Theodore’s Birthday - 11th March

They are still putting together their wishlist! There are so many animals in our care we don’t have birthdays for, which is why when we do have their real birthdays it’s fun to make it special. And it’s even more special because it’s two good friends!

Keep an eye out as we may be opening up for the afternoon in a couple of weeks for their birthday party!

27/02/2025

Sanctuary founder and manager Lyn Friel bought ballot tickets to support Northern Ireland Obedience Team heading to Crufts 2025 & won this fab dog hamper🥰🥰little Faye was so excited she got to pick first🐶💜😍🥰video in comments

27/02/2025

🏡 Rehoming - Home from Home 🏡
Major
Collie
Age 3

This gorgeous boy was rescued after being tied up on a lawn! While the kind lady who took him in gave him safety, she is now struggling to care for him due to her age. So we are assisting in finding him a forever home.

As you can see in the video, he’s a super friendly boy. ♥️

If you feel you could offer Major a home, please get in touch with us by filling in the online form linked below:

https://www.crosskennanlane.co.uk/dog-re-homing-application

PLEASE NOTE - HOME FROM HOME - this dog is currently not at the sanctuary and will remain in his home until a new home is found.

Unfortunately, due to the large number of applications we can receive per dog, we do have to state that we may not be able to contact every unsuccessful home.

If this dog is not suitable for your home perhaps one of our other dogs looking for homes would be - do check them out on our website.

Adoptive homes will only be considered in NORTHERN IRELAND. We are sorry we cannot accommodate further afield but this ensures we can carry out effective home checks and you have a chance to meet the dog before adoption.

27/02/2025

Still no interest in Finn!

Please share to get this lovey boy a home.

Finn
5/6 years old
Collie

Finn is looking for a home where he has a large secure garden as he likes to spend time outside but loves nothing more than a rug in front of the fire and cuddles. He loves his walks and is good on the lead, loves playing ball and would benefit from mental games to keep him thinking.

He is a typical collie so will need someone who can give him plenty of play time. His herding instinct is strong so no young children, other dogs or cats.

Finn would be the perfect companion for a single female as this is what he prefers but with a few meets he will get comfortable with other family members.

If you feel you could offer Finn a home, please get in touch with us by filling in the online form linked below, as
https://www.crosskennanlane.co.uk/dog-re-homing-application

PLEASE NOTE - HOME FROM HOME - this dog is currently not at the sanctuary and will remain in his home until a new home is found.

Unfortunately, due to the large number of applications we can receive per dog, we do have to state that we may not be able to contact every unsuccessful home.

If this dog is not suitable for your home perhaps one of our other dogs looking for homes would be - do check them out on our website.

Adoptive homes will only be considered in NORTHERN IRELAND. We are sorry we cannot accommodate further afield but this ensures we can carry out effective home checks and you have a chance to meet the dog before adoption.

27/02/2025

This beautiful boy is still looking for a home!
He's a great dog who would fit in anywhere.

I know he looks like a big boy but he falls short of the XL ban so no exemption needed.

Konah
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
6 Years
Neutered

Konah is currently living with his littermate but she has started picking fights with him and with a baby in the house both dogs are having to spend more time in the barn. He is a gentle soul and is looking for a home of his own asap.

He can live with another dog and would definitely enjoy the company. He can live with children over the age of 5 (this is a guideline and is flexible as he is very friendly).
Konah has never been tested with cats.

Konah is healthy, well trained, walks well on the lead and has good recall. He greets other dogs gently and loves to play with dogs and people alike.

If you feel you could offer Konah a home, please get in touch with us by filling in the online form linked below, as
https://www.crosskennanlane.co.uk/dog-re-homing-application

PLEASE NOTE - HOME FROM HOME - this dog is currently not at the sanctuary and will remain in his home until a new home is found.

Unfortunately, due to the large number of applications we can receive per dog, we do have to state that we may not be able to contact every unsuccessful home.

If this dog is not suitable for your home perhaps one of our other dogs looking for homes would be - do check them out on our website.

Adoptive homes will only be considered in NORTHERN IRELAND. We are sorry we cannot accommodate further afield but this ensures we can carry out effective home checks and you have a chance to meet the dog before adoption.

25/02/2025

Our permanent residents, Willow and Benji, are looking so fresh and fabulous after their much needed haircuts! ✂️✨

Thank you Randal Hounds Dog Grooming 😊

25/02/2025

Thank you! Thank you all for the donations and support! Lucas and gang will be so appreciative! Every penny donated on this post will go to Lucas and Hercules - even if we get a rug donated that suits him they still need supplements, feed, etc. so every penny will help the boys!

🐴 Lucas Needs a New Rug – Can You Help?

Meet Lucas, our wise and gentle ex-racehorse who has been in our care for nearly 20 years. He is one of the most beloved members of our sanctuary family, helping so many people over the years with his patient and kind nature.

Lucas shares his life with his best friend, Hercules, and the two of them are inseparable. They wear the exact same size and type of rug (Horseware Amigo 6’3), as it fits them best and prevents rubbing. Unfortunately, Hercules has been a little too “helpful” decorating Lucas’ rug, leaving it with a huge hole—so big that it could fit over his head!

We’ve done our best with repairs, but the rug has reached the end of its life and is now beyond fixing. At the moment, our funds are stretched thin, and we can’t afford to replace it.

💙 Can you help?
🔹 Do you have a Horseware Amigo 6’3 rug in good condition that you could donate?
🔹 Would you be willing to purchase a new rug for Lucas? - we’ve found the exact same one on Equi supermarket - https://www.equisupermarket.co.uk/products/horseware-amigo-insulator-lite?variant=43219383648441 for £57.99
🔹 Or could you donate a few pounds towards buying one? Every little bit helps!

Lucas has given so much over the years, and we want to make sure he stays warm and comfortable through the changing weather. If you can help, please send us a message or donate using the link below.

📩 Thank you for your kindness—Lucas and Hercules send their love!

25/02/2025

‼️ DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO WASHES HORSE RUGS? ‼️

We are getting prepared for summer and need some of our equines fly rugs, and some winter rugs washed. We are appealing to see if any of our supporters would be able to collect the rugs from the sanctuary and take them to a rug washer. We don’t mind where they go as long as they get washed! 🫧🧼

Please send an email to [email protected] if you can help. Thank you! 🥰