For the sake of being humane.

22/08/2025

🌟🚨DONATION MATCH ALERT 🚨🌟 $5 Friday! We have Less than 4.5 months left!

We have a generous donor offering to match any donation made in the next 24hrs up to $500 total! Meaning your $5 Friday donations turn into $10 for the next 24hrs!!!
(This applies for any amount for the next 24hrs- $5 is just an example.)

Panic Mode is starting to set in- we have less than 4.5 months to raise close to $250k or we are going to lose this facility and our mission to save animals may very likely come to an end 🥺

If you are new here, (there are over 3,000 new faces following our rescue since we started this campaign 🐾), please scroll through our previous posts for more info, but the short story is… We are a 501c3 Nonprofit animal rescue/shelter in fennville Michigan that has until Dec.31st 2025 to raise $350k in order to purchase the facility/property we operate out of, which we have been renting since 2019. Conventional loans have been a bust (meaning we can not move to a new facility) and we have 50+ animals in our care that are left with no place to go if we can not save our current Facility. We have raised close to $110k so far, but we have $250k left to reach our goal.

Today we are asking anyone who see’s this post to contribute $5 so that we can keep our mission alive and Save Our facility! For the next 24hrs, all donations made will be “matched”/doubled up to $500 by a generous donor ❤️

As a reminder, here are all the ways you can donate to help us Save our Facility:

- PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/ForTheSakeRescue

- Venmo: (PLEASE make sure the username is correct and exactly as we have it written, there are a few scam accounts, the last 4 digits for confirmation are 5488)

- Cashapp: $FTSOBHRescue

- Mail us a check to 2525 Bluestar Hwy, Fennville, Michigan 49408.

Thank you 🐾

❤️$105 has been donated so far! Thank you! ❤️

22/08/2025

🚨IF YOU WERE JUST AT OUR FACILITY ON BLUESTAR AT 10pm tonight, PLEASE let us know asap. 🚨

This is the 2nd after dark occurrence we have had in the past week here… it’s okay if you were just dropping off cans or turning around- but we need to know that you were friendly and didn’t mean harm because we are now on high alert.

21/08/2025

🚨Unfortunately we have decided to Cancel the event we had planned for this weekend- things just aren’t lining up for it around here :( 🚨

🚨🚨🚨EVENT CANCELED 🚨🚨🚨

⭐️🐾🚨 Event alert! 🚨🐾⭐️

We are hosting a Benefit Garage sale, Bake sale, and Petting zoo here at the facility August 22nd-24th from 10am-6pm!

There will be Baby goats 🐐, Baby Sheep 🐑, a very friendly Mini Rooster 🐓, Puppies 🐶, Kittens 🐱, Garage sale items, and Delicious baked goods 🍪 all in the same place- The facilities front yard!

Come for the garage sale or bring the family to meet the animals! Either way, you are bound to have a good time while supporting our efforts to !

All garage sale items will be donation based! We may have a few items with suggested minimum donation amounts depending on overall value, but the vast majority of items will be priced entirely by your heart and wallet- and we won’t be arguing with that! ❤️

We will have treats that you can purchase for a few $’s to feed to the farm animals, and there will be a small entry fee if you would like to enter the enclosure with the farm animals, but you are also welcome to come meet them from a distance too! The adoptable puppies will be in a play area for anyone to meet and play with, and the kittens will be in a large secure cage that will allow you to interact with them while keeping them safe! Applications for adoption will be available for the puppies/kittens (The farm animals are not for sale/adoption 😉)

⭐️We will be accepting Donations of *stuff* towards this garage sale between August 17th-August 21st. Meaning you have 2 weeks to clean out your clutter and bring it on over to us to help with our fundraising efforts! (PLEASE- Message us before your arrival so we can help you unload!) Our only stipulations for donated items- No clothing, shoes, or Bedding, UNLESS Brand new with tags or in packaging. If you would like us to pick up items from your home, please message us to arrange a time! ⭐️

🍪Are you crafty in the kitchen? We need some help stocking our baked goods sale for this event! Message us if you’d like to donate baked goods for the occasion! 🍪

Are you excited yet? Because we are! 🐾

20/08/2025

🐾⭐️We need 4 foster homes for these 4 adorable puppies ⭐️🐾

These puppies came in with their mom as newborns a few months ago. They are now fully vaccinated, dewormed, and microchipped, but they aren’t quite ready for new homes yet…

They need foster homes, ones with kids, cats, and other dogs, to help socialize them with the world and work on potty training and commands.

Their mom is very skittish of humans, and had to be live trapped- this behavior unfortunately rubbed off on them while they were still nursing, and now we are left with 4 skittish under socialized puppies who have grown up at a rescue.

They are good with other dogs, cats, and kids- just scared to the point of hiding any chance they can.

Therefore- we need to place them in foster homes to help better prepare them for the world. Experienced fosters would be ideal in this case!

We do need to split them all up, as they are feeding off eachothers nervous energy at this point.

If you are interested in fostering one of these cuties for a few weeks, please message us!

We are accepting adoption inquiries for them as well, but we will not be letting them go to first time pet owners and will be looking for applicants with a healthy amount of dog experience to ensure that they are socialized properly and promptly.

19/08/2025

⭐️🚨 $2 Tuesday- We HAVE to Save Our Facility, and we are running out of time. 🚨⭐️

All along this journey, people have told us we’ve “lost our marbles.” (That’s the polite version of what they’ve actually said)

But here’s the truth: they don’t see what happens behind the scenes. They don’t see the blood, sweat, and tears that have gone into saving thousands of animals over the years. They don’t see how hard we fight to run this rescue differently — in a way that actually keeps the promises we make to every animal that lands here. They don’t see the sacrifices we’ve made in our own lives to make sure the animals always come first.

Vacations? Not happening. Family events? Missed. Clothes? Ruined and over-worn. Our cars double as donation haulers and mobile kennels- nothing luxurious about them, only functional. College plans? Traded in for the rescue. Our side hustle money? Poured into food, vet bills, and supplies to keep this place going. And sleep? That’s for people who don’t share a house with 50+ animals.

And yet — every time an animal who’s been through hell finds their forever home because of our efforts, every single sacrifice becomes 100% worth it.

This is our reality. It may be what we signed up for, but it’s also exactly why we cannot — and will not — let this facility slip through our fingers now.

It can’t all be for nothing. It just can’t. We still have so much work to do. We get no less than 100 requests every single week asking us to help more animals. And right now, we have to say no — because of our facility situation.

So maybe we did “lose our marbles” years ago when we devoted our lives to rescue. Maybe we don’t live “normal” lives, or fit society’s standards… but do you think the animals that have walked through our doors care any bit about WHY we chose to save them? No. They just care that we did, that someone was there for them in their worst moments- when other humans FAILED them.

🐾 So, If you want to help us prove the nay-sayers wrong — and help us “collect our marbles” because apparently they have been “misplaced”— here’s how you can donate today:

PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/ForTheSakeRescue

Venmo: (Beware of Fake accounts- 5488 is the last 4 digits to confirm)

Cashapp: $FTSOBHRescue

Mail us a check: 2525 bluestar hwy fennville
Michigan 49408

Over the next 4.5 months, we’ll be posting our “Marble Jar” updates so you can see exactly where we are in this fight to Save Our Facility. The goal is $350k, and we have already raised $110,654.20… but with only 4.5 months left- we are praying for a miracle.

At the end of the day, it’s not about our lost marbles. It’s about saving lives, and to continue doing so- we have to save this facility.❤️

***Update 12:45pm 8/20: $261 has been donated since this post was made! Thank you!***

17/08/2025

🐾⭐️It’s Black Cat Appreciation day! ⭐️🐾 Notoriously, it takes Black cats 4x longer to be adopted in a shelter setting, as they are continually overlooked by most adopters for not being perceived as “unique enough”.

This theory holds true for Cosmo, a 3-year-old giant all-black male kitty that has been in our care looking for his home for several months now. This handsome boy is even more impressive in person, he is quite literally the largest domestic cat we have ever met! So if you have been looking to add a panther to your home, he’s your guy!

Cosmo is very docile, adapts well to other cats, and LOVES all people! However… he has made it very clear that he does not like dogs, so he will need to find a home without dogs- for their safety, not necessarily his, as he WILL win that battle! 😅

Cosmo is fixed, up to date on vaccines, dewormed, and microchipped.

***He is available to meet anytime in person at Chowhound in Holland!***

If you are interested in adopting Cosmo, please message us for an application!

16/08/2025

Hey quick question…

This is a dog right? Great Dane mix?

Surely it has to be, We’re a dog rescue 😅

15/08/2025

Well the good news is- we didn’t die, sink, or get stranded on the water test with the Trade-Up Challenge boat today!

Bad news- Now we have to actually Trade it for something else 🫠
(So that’s not really bad news, because we do NOT need a boat- we NEED to save the facility.)

The boat ran great for the 3hrs we were out and had zero issues!

I have officially posted the Boat to Facebook Market place (from my personal account), I will share that link in the comments!

The goal is still the same- Trade the boat for an item that monetarily values higher, with the end goal being to sell our last item in order to purchase our Facility so we can keep our animal rescuing mission moving forward for many many many more years!

Remember: We started this leg of the challenge with 12 dozen eggs from our rescue chickens (free), traded those for a Mini Cooper, traded the Mini for an RV, and Traded the RV for this boat ($10k Value).

We are aiming for our next item to value around $15k-$20k in order to keep the challenge moving forward at a fast pace… we only have 4.5 months left before we have to buy our facility- so we need to trade-up items quickly and with big value jumps!

If you have an item you would like to trade- Message us! Lets discuss 🙂 🐾e

15/08/2025

🐾Meet Lou – Your Next Great Adventure in Canine Form🐾

Who is Lou?
Lou is a sleek and charming young Pit Bull Terrier mix who’s not just looking for a home—he’s waiting to fill it with energy, joy, and heart. With a stunning black and white coat, he carries an air of both mystery and approachability. 

Why Lou Stands Out:
• Puppy Energy, Medium-Sized Build (estimated 45 lbs adult) — ready to grow into his full charisma without taking over your couch. 
• Already spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, and on preventative care—Lou is physically ready for his forever home. 
• Kid-tested, Pet-approved: Lou gets along with children, cats, and other dogs—making him a social star in the making. 

Learning the Ropes (and Winning Hearts):
At just 6–8 months old, Lou is still polishing his manners. He’s working on potty training and basic commands—but don’t let that fool you. He already walks well on a leash and shows a spark of cleverness that’ll make training a fun bonding journey. 

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Why Lou Could Be Your Perfect Match

Imagine this…
Your life, filled with new moments: morning snuggles, playful zoomies in the yard, and evenings curled up with a pup who’s sincerely excited to be home. Lou adds a touch of puppy curiosity and a lot of heart to every day.

He’s a thinker, a mover, a friend-in-the-making. Lou brings a blend of eager puppy charm and adaptable medium-dog energy—he’s game for adventures or chill time, whichever your mood calls for.

To inquire about adding Lou to your family please message us or comment below for a link to our adoption application!

15/08/2025

Meet Sebastian!

🐾 Name: Sebastian
🐾 Breed: Husky & Terrier mix
🐾 Age/Size: 1yr old Adult, medium — about 30 lbs (not too big, not too small!) 
🐾 Color: Black, white/cream 
🐾 Health: House-trained, neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped, heartworm negative, and started on preventatives 

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About Sebastian

Sebastian is the kind of pup who seamlessly fits into any home — he’s great with kids, cats, and other dogs! With his sunny personality, he’ll keep you smiling every day. At around 30 lbs, he’s a perfect medium-sized companion for walks, snuggles, and playtime.

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Why You’ll Love Him
• Fully vetted and family-ready: Sebastian comes up to date on all of his vetting. He also spent several months in a foster home learning all sorts of good habits!
• Super compatible: He’s a social butterfly who’s already good with kids, cats, and other pups.
• Personality Plus: His joyful presence and even temperament make him a welcome addition to nearly any household.

To inquire about adding Sebastian to your family, please message us for an adoption application link!

14/08/2025

Oh, and apparently we are a farm sanctuary now. Is anyone shocked by this? Probably not…😅

Meet Mr.Clucks, he was just brought in by a Good Samaritan after he was found knocking on deaths door. He has been starved- his crop is impacted with what we HOPE is whole corn, but it could be gravel.
He is literally just bones and feathers as his body has been unable to digest the items in his crop (Aka his chicken stomach).

This is what happens to chickens/roosters that are left without food or dumped- yes they instinctively know how to free range for bugs and such, but that often isn’t enough to survive if they were raised with a constant food source that suddenly stopped. The domesticated Chickens we raise in our yards today, ARE NOT genetically the same as the wild chickens that live in other countries, they do not make it long on their own typically, especially the “fancy” breeds who were bred to look cool and lay pretty color eggs- with no regard to how “hardy” their breed is.

Mr.Clucks appears to be an Americana mix, a breed that was created to produce pretty colored eggs- and in our experience they are NOT hardy, meaning they don’t handle cold Michigan temperatures well and their survival instincts are slim to none.

He is missing almost all of his toes, likely from frostbite, and he may be in organ failure due to lack of proper nutrition and severe dehydration- his Purple Comb signifies a lack of efficient blood flow throughout his body.

He has been given an Olive Oil and water mixture to help rehydrate him AND to help loosen the compacted items in his Crop. We have also given him a vitamin B shot for immune support, and a crushed raw egg from our other rescue chickens with the shell which he LOVED. He will be on a mostly liquid diet until the items in his crop start to pass through his system and digest properly, as we don’t want to add anymore solids to that mess in his current condition. Time will tell if Mr.Cluckers is going to make it- but we are happy with how alert and vocal he is so far!

Update- He bit me, so he must be feeling better 😂

To anyone who thinks chickens/Roosters don’t have feelings or don’t deserve compassion and medical care… YOU ARE VERY WRONG. This living being is suffering in the same ways that any other living being is capable of suffering in. Rooster or not, nothing deserves to suffer from starvation. We hope he makes a full recovery and is able to join our flock of rescued chickens here at the facility