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Blackbird Ranch Farm Sanctuary

A GFAS accredited farmed animal sanctuary, located in Pullman, WA.

01/15/2026

Jack has been going thru his predictable seasonal “dumpy-turkey-syndrome”. For the past few years, during the winter, he will suddenly become lethargic, his appetite will decrease, he’ll sit in the same spot all day with his head tucked away, and he turns his beak at blueberries (which are his absolute favorite treat). Every year he goes thru this and every year I take him to the vet…. and they find nothing wrong. His bloodwork will come back unremarkable, radiographs don’t show anything concerning, etc. I wonder if Jack is just a fair-weather turkey, and just doesn’t like the cold. Or maybe he has the seasonal affective disorder (SAD) that humans get during the winter when they aren’t as exposed to sunshine. Surely humans can’t be the only ones who are affected by gloomy, cold weather. Jack visited the vet again this week, and though we are waiting on the results of his bloodwork, nothing seemed to really stand out about why he’s been so dumpy. He’s had a little weight loss, but that’s about it. Fingers crossed his bloodwork comes back ok and he pops out of this episode soon. It’s sad to see our happy, friendly boy so down and blue. Thinking of making Jack a house turkey for the remainder of winter so he can stay warm. I guess I’ll have to add turkey diapers to our wish list (if I can even find ones big enough, that is). 🦃

12/27/2025

With temps down into the low 20’s this week, we are busy adding additional bedding to everyone’s barn. Winter time is always a challenge; not only is it hard to work in, but it’s the time of year we see more health issues pop up. Keeping a close eye on everyone, observing behaviors and health parameters, and making sure their needs are met during this frigid weather, is of top importance.

12/26/2025

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! We hope your day was filled with joy and love!

12/17/2025

Just a quick post to let everyone know all the animals are ok. They are just really freaked out.
We still don’t have power (or water because we run on a well), and we did have one barn that flipped upside down, but luckily everyone is ok. High winds are still going, but will hopefully calm down tonight. I do worry about some of our big trees along the fence line coming down into enclosures (or the house) because the soil is also very soft right now due to all the rain. We will be watching that closely.
The National Weather Service tracked winds in Pullman at 102 mph this morning. That’s qualifies as Level 2 Hurricane strength wind! It’s nuts!
Thank you to everyone who has checked in with us and/or offered help. We really appreciate it!

12/15/2025

Lucy’s weather vane (aka her snoot) - predicts unfavorable weather today. Looks like she’s called out “sick” and will stay in the warmth of her insulated dog yurt.

12/14/2025

These two goobers always give their complete undivided attention when I’m in the food prep station. I’m just going to pretend they are popping up to spend quality time with me and not because they are hoping I drop some food.

12/09/2025

As I wake up on the morning of my 50th birthday, I can’t help but think about all the life I’ve packed into each of those years. I try to focus on the good memories, the incredible opportunities I have had, and I’m grateful for the people and animals I have known who have shaped my life - even though it has been hard for me to accept that this milestone birthday was quickly approaching. I’m not going to lie, 50 is a stinger! Ouch! I try to remember that growing old is a privilege denied to many, and I’m thankful for the venture. I think of so many animals, particularly farmed animals, who are never allowed the chance to live their full natural lives and it drives me to work harder and provide our residents at Blackbird every opportunity to experience just that. I not only want to see them survive, but live their full lives with dignity, respect, good health, and happiness, while being surrounded by love. Being able to provide these basic rights isn’t easy to do alone. We depend on our community of volunteers and our followers and supporters, who believe in our mission, to accomplish this for every animal at the sanctuary. This year I am running a birthday/end of the year fundraiser to build back up our medical fund, so that we may continue to provide access to top notch medical care to all of our residents when they need it. 2025 proved to be a costly year for us in veterinary expenses, and I never want to be in a position to not be able to help one of our residents with a health emergency. Help us build our medical fund back up, so we may continue to do this important work each day. It truly takes a village. Thank you all for your ongoing support, it means the world to me.
-Jenna
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12/05/2025

I almost forgot it’s International Cheetah Day! It was started by the Cheetah Conservation Fund to raise awareness for cheetah conservation and habitat loss. Check them out at cheetah.org they do important work.
These photos are from a previous career when I lived in San Diego, it feels like a lifetime ago.

11/30/2025

Join us in wishing this lovely lady a very Happy Birthday! Abby volunteers several times a week and is quickly learning the ropes and is very eager to learn new skills. She even came out to volunteer on her birthday this morning! What dedication! We hope you have the best birthday, Abby, we are so happy to have you on our animal care team! 🎂

11/26/2025

This itty-bitty ripped his toenail off yesterday and earned himself a slumber party, indoors, for the night, to be closely monitored. When birds break a nail or accidentally rip one off, they sure do bleed a lot and it can take some time to get it to stop bleeding. If they get too excited and run around before a proper clot has formed, it can start the bleeding all over again. Squiggy had a quiet evening and today he’s good as new and happy to be back out with his mini-friends.

Address

P. O. Box 722
Pullman, WA
99163

Telephone

+16197291813

Website

http://www.blackbirdranchsanctuary.org/

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Blackbird Ranch Sanctuary is an advocate and champion for animals. Blackbird Ranch protects farmed animals from cruelty, provides lifelong sanctuary to farm animals in need and offers education and support for the community in order to inspire cruelty free and compassionate living.