Animal Place

11/03/2024

Have you ever seen such stylish hair or such a smooshable nose?

Sterling has it all.

10/30/2024

🧡From being raised for backyard slaughter to sanctuary photo star

In 2016, a woman found a tiny black and white piglet in her backyard! She found the hole he made, connected to a neighbor's property. Upon investigation, she leaned he had been purchased at auction to be raised for slaughter.

She refused to return the pig and instead called animal control, who came out and confiscated the piglet. In this neighborhood, it is illegal to have pigs or to slaughter them onsite.

Bert arrived to Animal Place at a month old. He was so small and spent the first several weeks safe inside a caregiver's home. He was unable to regulate his temperature effectively, a common problem in orphaned piglets.

Today, Bert is 8-yrs-old and thriving. He lives with Ally, Wilma, and Rock. And every now and then, he takes time from his busy rooting schedule to pose for some photos. 🧡

10/29/2024

We had a blast at our Oink-a-Ween event on Saturday! Thanks to everyone who came out in their spookiest attire to spend time with us and the animals. The pigs especially enjoyed their pumpkins!

If you're looking for a last-minute Halloween activity, our sanctuary in Grass Valley is open for self-guided tours from 10am to 4pm tomorrow and Thursday. Come visit the sanctuary, check out our haunted house and photo opportunities, and say hello to the animals!

10/29/2024

Exciting news! Our volunteer program is officially back for the first time since before COVID! Whether you’re passionate about helping animals or want to get involved in the community, now’s the perfect time.

Interested in helping at the sanctuary with Animal Care & Cleaning, Socialization, or becoming a Tour Docent? Complete our Volunteer Orientation first! Orientations are available through October. Once you’re done, you can start making a difference in the lives of our rescued animals!

👉 Don’t wait—sign up today and join us in making a change!

https://animal-place.vomo.org/org/animal-place

10/28/2024

She is curious about things...aside from humans. She likes to cuddle up to you but no pets please. And she loves a good cuddle puddle with friends.

Is her name Pixie or Imp? Comment below!

10/27/2024

All the newest baby birbs saved from religious slaughter are being named after mythical creatures. If you've never spent time with cornish crosses (we call them peepers) then you might not know just how magical they are!

We want your help in naming 5 of them! This sweet girl is curious and inquisitive....but from a distance. She takes in the world around her.

Is her name Selkie or Siren? Tell us in the comments!

10/26/2024

We welcomed 15 baby birds, saved from religious ritual slaughter. We call these birds "peepers". They are the type of chicken raised for slaughter and killed at 6-weeks-old. When they arrive, they are already larger than most chickens but they peep and cheep like babies.

We would love your help in naming 5 of them!

This girl is very comfortable around humans and enjoys getting cozy. Is her name Kelpie or Ogre?

10/26/2024

Sheep are known for their flocking instincts and gentle nature, often forming strong bonds with their companions. However, in the wool industry, they often face painful practices like mulesing, where strips of skin are cut from their hindquarters without any pain relief to prevent flystrike. This cruel practice causes immense pain and distress to the sheep, who deserve to live free from suffering.

By choosing wool alternatives and supporting ethical fashion, you can help reduce the demand for wool products and promote humane treatment for all animals. Together, we can create a more compassionate and sustainable world for sheep and other farmed animals.

Share one way you support in the comments!

10/25/2024

Lots of secret telling around here 😅🤫

What's Magnolia telling Shelby?

10/24/2024

Join us this holiday season as we celebrate the incredible turkeys of Animal Place! Kick off the festivities with a heartwarming Pumpkin Pie Ceremony to honor our beloved birds, followed by a delicious vegan dinner that will leave you full and happy! 🌱🍽️

Can't make it but still want to support us? Check out one of our sponsorship opportunities—your compassion helps us continue this vital work! Learn more about sponsoring here at the link:

https://donate.animalplace.org/give/615587/ #!/donation/checkout

For those interested in attending, space is limited so make sure to reserve your spot today!

https://donate.animalplace.org/event/thank-the-turkeys-2024/e615337

10/22/2024

We believe in making a positive impact every day. Our Food for Thought program helps organizations adopt compassionate food policies that align with their values and promote animal welfare. By choosing plant-based options, your organization can make a meaningful difference for animals, the environment, and the community.

Ready to make a change? Check out the link to see how you can join the movement and adopt a policy that reflects your commitment to a kinder world.

https://animalplacefoodforthought.org/

10/21/2024

The government and the dairy industry were stunningly incompetent in response to the H5N1 outbreak in cows.

"It’s how veterinarians responding to dairy farms in the Texas panhandle earlier this year assumed it would work when they stumbled upon hellish scenes out of a horror movie. Feverish cows in respiratory distress producing trickles of milk. Dying cats. Enough dead barn pigeons and blackbirds to suggest a mass poisoning. Living birds with twisted necks, their heads tilted skyward."

"Shortly after the March 25 diagnosis, rather than urging transparency and cooperation, the USDA imposed an effective gag order on its employees, Vanity Fair has learned. On April 10, state veterinarians and diagnostic officials began getting furtive phone calls from longtime colleagues at the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), the USDA division responsible for protecting the nation’s livestock from diseases. Calling from personal cell phones, they confided that they’d been muzzled by their own agency."

" In California, farmers have reported that up to 15% of sickened cows have died—a mortality rate significantly steeper than in other states."

When dairy cows in Texas began falling ill with H5N1, alarmed veterinarians expected a fierce response to contain an outbreak with pandemic-sparking potential. Then politics—and, critics say, a key agency’s mandate to protect dairy-industry revenues—intervened.

10/17/2024

We had a BLAST at
Thank you and for putting on this incredible festival! 🤘🏼

Thanks for being our Raffle Extraordinaire 🎟️
for sharing your expertise and kindness ⚡️
And all our favorite bands for donating these beyond cool raffle items.

Can’t wait for next year!


Pantera

10/15/2024

When big ag succeeds, animals suffer. And when it fails, animals suffer.

Pure Prairie Poultry, a producer of "fresh" chicken flesh, declared bankruptcy in September of 2024. A bankruptcy court determined the company could not afford to maintain basic operations.

Pure Prairie owned the nearly 1.5 million birds alive on contract farms across Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota. The farmers are responsible for housing and caring for the birds. Without funds from Pure Prairie, the farmers could no longer feed the birds. They also could not sell the birds.

Farmers took to social media and gave birds away. Tens of thousands of birds in Wisconsin and Minnesota have been picked up and killed by the public. Many of these birds were without food for more than a week. There was no oversight on how birds were handled or killed. We are glad the birds are not suffering any further, and we hope a small few ended up in the hands of kind individuals who can provide them lifelong care instead.

Last year, Pure Prairie Poultry received more than $45 million in loans and grants from the USDA - loans and grants they never paid back.

When companies like Pure Prairie fail, the end result is extended suffering for large numbers of individual animals. The chickens are commodities, not unique, feeling beings worthy of care and respect.

If we want to change this, then WE have to change. If we want to see a world with less suffering, then WE have to take the steps needed to cause less suffering. Going vegan reduces suffering. Being vegan means looking into the eyes of a chicken and saying, "I see you. I do not want to hurt you."

And the world sure could use more of that.

10/15/2024

Did you know that Oinkaween is just around the corner? 🎃👻

Join us at the Animal Place sanctuary in Grass Valley on Saturday, October 26th for a fun-filled day of ghoulish games, pumpkin carving, and trick-or-treating with our adorable animal residents! 🧡🐷

💰 Tickets: $10 (Kids 2 & under are free with code SPOOKYKID)
🎨 Bring your own pumpkin to carve or paint, and don't forget to wear your favorite costume!

Space is limited, so make sure to grab your tickets in advance. Reminder: Long pants and boots are required for animal visits (we’ve got boots to borrow!), but you can change afterward for trick-or-treating.

🎟️ Get your tickets today!
https://donate.animalplace.org/event/oinkaween-2024/e608822

10/12/2024

📣Barbara update!🧡

This week, Barbara the sheep underwent major surgery to remove what remained of her udder.

Barbara came to us with half an udder. The other half fell off at her prior home after her mastitis infection wasn't properly treated. We had hoped to save the remaining half but surgery was necessary for her overall health.

The surgery was a success!

Barbara remains hospitalized through this weekend. We hope to bring her home next week.

10/12/2024

By choosing plant-based options and using your voice to advocate for chickens, you can help reduce their suffering and contribute to a kinder world for all animals.

10/11/2024

We’re having a blast at Aftershock Festival in Sacramento! Today, we had the legendary Jose Mangin from Sirius XM’s Liquid Metal join us to dive into all things Animal Place and metal. Plus, we're giving you all a chance to participate in our incredible auction here: https://app.galabid.com/apaftershock/items. Help us raise funds to fuel our mission and score some insane Metallica experiences and gear. We’re looking forward to continuing the fun all weekend long as we rock out and stand up for farmed animals.

10/10/2024

Rock out and raise awareness! We’re at in Sacramento, giving music lovers a chance to learn about the struggles farmed animals face every day. Come visit our booth, take on the “Brave the Cage” experience, and win big with our raffle—including signed band merch and more!

Even if you’re not at the festival, you can still support from home by bidding on our exclusive Metallica packages which include a Zoom With Lars and the chance to Attend the Metallica Show of Your Choice or an Autographed Merchandise Bundle.

Get involved: 👉
https://app.galabid.com/apaftershock/items

10/09/2024

So much love and support to everyone in Florida, but particularly to the sanctuaries and rescues and folks who could not evacuate as well as the wild animals.

These powerful storms will continue to become more common, due to human caused climate change. It's a helpless feeling to see this happen.

10/09/2024

Harmony, Marshall, Aiden, and Dominique joined us this past Saturday for their LEAP session!

Their lesson focused on the evolving climate crisis and strategies to cope with the eco-anxiety experienced by younger generations. An emphasis was placed on the importance of not feeling overwhelmed by the gravity of the situation and that taking even a small action can relieve stress.

And one way to alleviate some of that stress is to spend time with goats. 🧡

This is our second year participating in and we love it.

10/05/2024

Does cauliflower like goat yoga

10/04/2024

High school senior Izzy joined us for three days, shadowing all aspects of our work. The school she attends gives seniors a week to explore different career paths. She spent time with our animal care, program, development, and admin team members.

It was such a pleasure hosting her and we wish her all the success. We certainly hope to see her working in the animal rescue field. Whatever animals she chooses to advocate and help will be lucky to have her on their side!