New Moon Farm Sanctuary

03/28/2025

Isn’t she beautiful? What will she be called? Naming Raffle tickets available until 5:00. See previous post for details. 😍

03/27/2025

In all of the excitement over the new kids and baby boy's recovery, we never got to run the naming raffle for this doe! While she may not be the flashiest member of the herd, she is definitely one of the most playful. Help us give her a name.

For every $25 dollar donation made between now and 5PM tomorrow, you'll get a "ticket" for the raffle. Donations must be made via our website, newmoonfarm.org for this raffle. Let's see what you've got!

https://newmoonfarm.networkforgood.com/projects/246795-emergency-campaign-valentine-herd-rescue

03/26/2025

We apologize for not sharing anything yesterday. We were sidetracked by... Valentine babies! Are these not the most adorable bundles of cute ever? 🥰 This LaMancha-Boer doe arrived pregnant, in the same horrible condition as the rest of the herd. She went to stay at our veterinarian's farm in case there were any complications, and we've been on baby watch ever since.

Yesterday afternoon, she finally gave birth to two healthy, gorgeous baby girls. We are forever amazed at the way mama goats will give their kids everything they need, even when they are starving themselves. We will post more about this little family in the coming days. Yes, one has a funny leg - issues like this often resolve within a few days of birth, so we're watching closely.

It's moments like this that keep us going when we feel overwhelmed. We are so happy to be able to share more wonderful news with you! 💜

03/25/2025

We've got some great news. After two days of zero calcium intake, our little baby boy is doing lots better! He's starting to bounce around his little stall - a huge change for a little guy who was spending most of his time lying down just a few days ago. 😁 Once again, Dr. Grant knew exactly what to do; we are so grateful for her support.

03/23/2025

As if all of the health issues weren't enough...
Now that everyone is feeling better, the herd dynamics have changed! Our older does decided that no one else can share the shed, and won't let the others in when it's raining. So today our friends Barney and Bud built a lean to off of the side of the building to create more shelter. We are so grateful for our friends who always say Yes! when we need a hand. 💜
Rescue work sure doesn't allow for much down time.

03/22/2025

Yesterday was a rough one. Our little baby boy has been having occasional lameness, which is not specific to one leg. We have tried all of the conventional, conservative treatments, but it has gotten worse. So off to the clinic we went for radiographs. He was a very good patient! He has been diagnosed epiphysitis, which is linked to nutritional imbalances, likely due to his mom's starvation. Because too much calcium can be a major factor, we had to separate him from his mom. He's old enough to be weaned but it can be very stressful for both baby and mom, so we set them up side by side in the barn. Fingers crossed that with no milk and no alfalfa, the inflammation will settle down. We'll keep you posted.

03/21/2025

There was an emergency meeting of the NMFS resident herd yesterday. They made a few requests that we completely understand and are ready to comply with. Their demands are:
1. Don't forget about us! We are as cute as the new goats!
2. Don't give all of our treats to the new goats!
3. We like brushing and scratches too - spend some more time with us!
4. Don't give all of our treats to the new goats!
😂
We hear you.

03/21/2025

It has come to our attention that we did not thank everyone in our post on Weds. We are so sorry! Of course, we are so thankful for every contribution made! Whether you give through your workplace, are a recurring donor, or donated earlier in the fundraising for this herd we appreciate your support. And if you contributed directly through FB, unfortunately they do not provide us with the names of those donors. But we know you are out there, and we are super grateful that you are a part of the herd! 💜

What do you think? Naming raffle for this pretty girl this weekend?

03/20/2025

Happy International Day of Happiness and First Day of Spring! Two joyous celebrations. And nobody knows happiness & joy better than a baby goat!
Thank you all for sharing our happiness in helping animals in need!

03/20/2025

So much gratitude. You all have blown us away with your generosity. Since posting Dottie's naming raffle on Sunday (yes, her new name is Dottie!), you have donated $4422! Add Jackie's matching gift, and that brings the total to $5422. For the first time since we offered to take in these goats, we aren't worried about how we'll cover their expenses. Thank you for your kindness and compassion, and for supporting the hard work we do.

Our deepest appreciation to Jackie L, Sherri K, Nicole S, Wythe F, Anita R, Michelle W, Divyapriya R, Kim G, Shannon D, Lorrin M, Marilyn L, Melinda K, Michelle M, Lisa G, Betsy S, Cheryl A, Krystal G, Karen L, Laura M, Susan P, Aya W, Kari O, Sheena G, Siobhain S, Dawn C, Leslie D, Lisa G, Rachael & Michael M, Debbie M, Jean S, Angela E, Rex J, David & Jennifer S, Marie H, Lisa D, Leita I, Robin S, Cheryl G, Kellie L, Lisa & Mike S, Patty L, Christine K, Lori A, Raeanne S, Tina P, Julie F, Leanne M, Jennifer C, Michelle K, Moss & Vine Topiary, Sebina P, Marilyn G, Julie F, Abigail B, Kara L, Shannon R, Judy F, Debra H, Jenny Lynn C, Corina J, Liz P, Karrie J, Julie O, Renee J, Lisa K, Stephanie G, Chelsea L, Susan S, Lysa B, Joan Y, Rachel J, Rebecca W, Tina N, Susan A, Sarah P, Aimee C, Karen P and Cody L. 💜 Thank you.

03/19/2025

Tune in to King 5 News at 4:00 PST (https://www.king5.com) for another story about this rescue! We are so grateful for our friends at , who have made sure that the goats will be included in these news stories and including us in their fundraising efforts. It truly takes a village! 💜

03/19/2025

For a report on the Valentine herd rescue, tune in to Fox 13 Seattle at 10pm PST!

https://www.fox13seattle.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJHK8pleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHVeKjBa4Mk3s3iPB9JV5QhiItbCuZWro-ORo2tIycdTZTFqy7eMsTV9rsQ_aem_K17x93Y5TEsND082W5xG_A

03/19/2025

For a report on the Valentine herd rescue, tune into Fox 13 - Seattle - at 10pm PST!

News, weather, traffic and sports from FOX13, serving Seattle, Tacoma, Everett & Western Washington. Get breaking news updates from the FOX13 mobile news app.

03/18/2025

So much good news today! 🙂

First, we have a matching offer on the table. For every donation made today, up to $1000 will be matched by our dear friend Jackie! Jackie is one of our long time adopters, volunteers and donors. You read that right - make a contribution today and double your donation! Help us take advantage of this incredibly generous offer.
Make a donation at https://newmoonfarm.networkforgood.com/projects/246795-emergency-campaign-valentine-herd-rescue

Second bit of good news: Karen Pumphrey is the winner of the naming raffle! Her name was drawn out of the group of 41 donors, some with multiple entries. With your help, this raffle raised $1,752!

To everyone who entered - thank you. 💜

03/17/2025

Thank you all. Once again, the extended NMFS family came through for us when we need it most. 🩷

Much like this little girl has reminded us that we can find joy in the most challenging situations, YOU (yes you, reading this) have restored our faith in the generosity of our fellow animal lovers. We were all feeling pretty low last night, worried about how we were going to support this little herd for as long as their recovery will take. And there you were, answering our plea with a flood of donations. We are humbled by your trust in our mission.

03/16/2025

We are sad to report that we have only received one donation for this precious goat's naming raffle. We are doing these raffles as a fun way to raise funds, but the truth is, we have only raised $1764 total since this group of goats arrived. 😞 That will not even cover Clara's vet bills. Add the extra straw, bedding, alfalfa, grain/feed, dewormer, lice treatment, vaccines and everything else we have had to purchase to care for them, and we're in the hole by several thousand dollars. And every minute of care other than the emergency vet has been volunteered.

We know that you support our work - you tell us so every day. If each person who comments about loving what we do, or is grateful that we are helping these goats, or asks for updates and cheers on this herd contributed even $25 we would be in much better shape.

We need your financial support in addition to your well wishes to continue helping animals who have suffered at the hands of cruel people. Please, any amount helps. You can donate at: https://newmoonfarm.networkforgood.com/projects/246795-emergency-campaign-valentine-herd-rescue
Or Venmo to (4513)

Thank you. 💜

03/16/2025

How about another naming raffle? Only $25 a ticket! This gorgeous gal has some of the most unusual coloring we've ever seen! She is sweet, with a sassy side. She's an excellent mama, giving everything she had to her little baby girl even when she herself was starving.

This time we're lowering the price of a "ticket" to $25. For every $25 donation you make, you'll get a chance to name her. Make a $100 donation? That's 4 chances! Love what we do? Please contribute to the considerable expenses going into caring for this herd. (Last weekend we spent almost $2000 in emergency vet care for Clara.) We will close the entries at midnight tonight, and draw on Monday. 💜

Click here to enter! https://newmoonfarm.networkforgood.com/projects/246795-emergency-campaign-valentine-herd-rescue