We are a non profit, donation funded rescue & sanctuary for domestic waterfowl and poultry. It is a labor of love to care for these sweethearts.
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We are a forever home for domestic waterfowl(ducks & geese), and poultry (chickens, turkeys etc). Most have been rescued from being dumped in nature, some are rehomes.
***We are only able to take in females currently because of enclosure space.***
Donations are gladly welcome! 100% of funds are used for the animals in food, shelter, and veterinary care. If you wish to donate to help feed all t
he sweethearts that live at W.A.A.S our PayPal account is
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our Venmo is
Cash ap $WanderlustAcres
Any amount helps us feed, get veterinary care at and maintain and build enclosures and give the best quality of life as their forever home. Our Amazon Gift Registry List is Active! https://www.amazon.com/registries/custom/1WG1V5EU6O8R9/guest-view or just look for Wanderlust Acres Animal Sanctuary gift registry
Our amazing volunteer Tina stopped in today to help get the two crippled ducklings a little wrap in hopes that they can get some function in those legs and minimal so when they move around they dont get any cuts on those them.
These two adorable tiny sweethearts are stealing our hearts away! But they'll be on their way to Hope Valley Farm Duck Rescue and Sanctuary tomorrow. 🤞 Their legs improve, and they live a full and loved life like they deserve!
#63 #64
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Intakes #63& 64...both ducklings have a foot deformity. The owner didn't know how to care for them. These two can have a full quality of life with just a little extra care and compassion.
We helped the owners out and our friends Hope Valley Farm Duck Rescue and Sanctuary will transport these two down to Gailen. MI them soon. Any donations for their care and others to either of our sanctuaries are most appreciated.
We hope these sweethearts can have a beautiful life.
Intakes #63& 64...both ducklings have a foot deformity. The owner didn't know how to care for them. These two can have a full quality of life with just a little extra care and compassion.
We helped the owners out and our friends Hope Valley Farm Duck Rescue and Sanctuary and will transport these two down to Gailen. MI them soon. Any donations for their care and others to either of our sanctuaries are most appreciated.
We hope these sweethearts can have a beautiful life.
The Pekin Hen & Drake from the Rogue River Rescue 7, whom we've been affectionaly calling Ethel & Bentley, were transferred to our friends Home Sanctuary in Dorr today. Ethel had a lot of opinions about leaving her other friends but quickly decided her own pool was awesome. Be good, kids!
We will not adopt to homes that put birds in harms way.
If you don't have a predator proof house and you refuse to upgrade it and think just shooting "insert predator" takes care of why you lost your flock ...it won't. Predators dig, climb, and pull through improper fencing.
Secondly, you have a drake, and you lost its friends to a predator. We won't adopt a pair to you. Two drakes to one female puts the female In harms way...the drakes will overbreed her.
We want to adopt out birds to homes. We really do, but people need to do better than just dropping a bunch of birds on a pond because they think its pretty.
Together, we all make a difference! Jessica and Kevin, your help with transportation was invaluable! We appreciate every volunteer's contribution to ensuring these birds receive the care and kindness they deserve. Join us in creating a better future for all! Volunteer opportunities in any capacity are so welcomed! Please message your interest.
Kevin and Jessica teamed up to road-trip the disabled Pekin Drake #62 to our friends Michigan Duck Rescue and Sanctuary !! Thank you for helping this boy! Jessica has dubbed him with the name Forest! Have a good life, bud! We hope you get some mobility back!
We have many other boys looking for safe homes, too!
#62
Any of my fellow rescues able to take in
A pekin hen & drake
And/or 2 Black Swedish drakes?
They need out of my garage.
Or they need to be adopted!
Some transport can be arranged.
What happens when three animal loving rescuers attempt to have a nice Friday kayaking down the Rogue River in Rockford? Well, it turned into a rescue mission when we found two blue Swedish ducks dumped in a remote section of the waterway. I wish I could say Tina, Sarah and I were successful, but we weren't. We could use additional kayakers to help! We're hoping next week if anyone has availability to aid in the rescue.
Thanks, ladies, for the adventure today!
Intake #62, a young Pekin drake, has found his way to us after a difficult journey. His previous owners had intended to raise him for meat, but thankfully, they had a change of heart. Unfortunately, he has mobility issues, possibly due to malnutrition, genetics, or nerve damage. We are determined to give him the best possible care and help him overcome his challenges. We will provide him with a healthy diet and vitamins, and we are looking for a compassionate individual who can offer him a ride to east side of the state to Michigan Duck Rescue and Sanctuary Let's work together to give this little duck a brighter future!
They had called him "Fatboy." I think he needs a new name for his new life! We welcome suggestions!
Donations for his care can be made via Venmo or Paypal
Section off space for the drakes you didnt know you got at the farm store...drakes need homes too.
Hey there, duck enthusiasts! 🦆 Are you ready to add some quacking cuties to your family? 😍 Check out our Adoptables List and get ready to find your perfect match! 💕 But hold the duck phone, we need a predator-proof latched house to keep our feathered friends safe! 🧐 And sorry, no single females here, boys only! 👨👦 We've got Pekin, Black Swedish, and Pencil Runners for days, and some Calgyua and Khacki Campbell drakes to spice things up! 😏 Don't forget about our adoption donation fee and Rockford MI location! 💰📍
Adoptables List:
*** Required to have predator proof latched housed. ****
×××××NO SINGLE FEMALES AVAILABLE ×××××××
PAIRS:(Drake can go separately, but hen must go with a drake)
Pekin Drake & Pekin Hen
Black Swedish Drake & Blue Swedish Hen
2 Pencil Drake Runners 2 White Hen Runners
1 Black Swedish Drake & 2 Black Swedish Hens
Drakes
2 pairs of Calgyua drakes
2 pairs of Khacki Campbell drakes
2 pairs of Pekin drakes
2 Black Swedish Drakes
Adoption Donation Fee applies
Location: Rockford MI, some transport can be arranged for proper safe homes.
A few days ago, Ann saw these three hanging out near Packer St and the Rogue River. A few days later, someone made a Facebook post about seeing them also. She jumped into action with the help of some kayakers going through and some teenagers in the area. She was able to secure them with her chickens until volunteer Sarah was able to pick them up this morning. They're safe. They are up for immediate adoption this week; otherwise, they'll be transferred to Michigan Duck Rescue and Sanctuary as we are full bills. We still have the previous Rogue River 7 in our garage, looking for their forever homes.
Is it you? Do you have a predator proof house that they can be safe from roaming mink, raccoons, opposums, foxes,coyotes, bobcats eagles, owls, and domestic dogs? I believe they're a quad, 2 females and 1 drake. MUST ALL GO TOGETHER. RESCUES #59-61!
Thank you, Ann, for doing what's right and jumping into action to get these sweethearts safe from harm! Thank you, Sarah, for going to pick them up and get them settled.
As always, we could use volunteers in any capacity for any amount of time! Donations, too, as they're additional mouths to feed that haven't had a proper meal in so long!
"Hey Lady, do you have any snacks ? Me and my friendz are hungry"~Some WanderlustAcres and Hope Valley Alums sneak up to say to their mum & volunteer Kate! Sweet Potatoe the Turkey from last years reacue, Freya the chocolate Muskovy from this past winter and one of the chatter girls from HVRS along with the new friends theyve made!
Thanks for the gang or band photo! 😂🤔😁 We love seeing updates from birds that found their forever safe homes. ❤️
Thank you to those who sent a donation via venmo,check, or from the Amazon Gift list. We can make it another month.
We still have the Rogue River 7 looking for pet homes in addition to the other 16 drakes that are.
We are still in need of volunteers or pet sitters on certain days every month if you have half an hour in the mornings or 1.5 hours in the evenings. Times flexible. Or know a teen that's responsible!
Thank you again!
Picture of Wonder the goose. She honk, thank you, on behalf of all the birds here! She does have the loudest voice of them all!!
It's with great sadness to report our handsome drake Hugo was found passed away at bedtime last night. Mars, his constant companion, was found guarding him. Cause is unknown.Hugo was blind in one eye and depended on Mars. They were in seperable. They were a transfer from Lowell Wildlife Center a little over 6 years ago with Mars, Venus ,Hazel, and Meg. We weren't sure his breed we guessed a lavender or blue ancona, but he could've been a mix. He will be greatly missed; he was a calm, dapper drake. We were happy to have given him a safe home for all these years. Fly to Len sweet boy.
These 7 are looking for their forever pet homes!
They're in our garage currently but can't stay there. We do not have an outdoor enclosure house for them and have no funds to build another one.
They can all go together, BUT there are 4 drakes and 3 girls. They would absolutely need at least 9 more girls to go with them. Drakes WILL fight over girls and could kill females from overbreeding. This is why we ask about your current flock composition.
We REQUIRE a predator proof house for them to be locked up at night. A pond is not predator safe. Ponds freeze in winter.
We will not put them in harms way!
They can go in pairs
Pekin pair
Blue& Black Swedish pair
Buff/Saxony pair
And theres a single Black Swedish drake.
All under a year old.
Adoption fee required.
We are not open to the public for the safety of all animals at the sanctuary.
We are in northern Rockford and can meet in a public location.
We have additional drake singles & duos for adoption as well.
2 Khacki Indian Runner mixes together or seperate.
2 pairs of Calgyua drakes in duos only
2 pairs of pekin drake duos
2 pairs of Khacki campbells drakes duos.
Please, if you can we really need help. Last months feed bill was double what it normally is. We only had half to pay on the bill and now we are in July with nothing in the bank account.
Any bit helps
Thank you so much.
We have both goose & duck eggs for edible purchase too.
Thank you
Hello everyone and new followers! Its been a ridiculously busy spring summer of rescuing dumped ducks, chickens and others!
We could really use the help feeding everyone!
We have 16-20 drakes looking for their forever safe pet homes!
There's alot of mouths to feed and house!
100% of donations go to the birds.
Thank you so much.
Welcome rescues #44-51. It's really sad that it's been that many this year! All rescues are seemingly overflowing this year. These are 7/9 that were reported dumped in the Rogue River a few weeks ago. Every time we went down there, they were gone, probably due to human kayaking or fishing activities as its a popular spot. Michael, who helped a few years ago with another rescue, saw them and was able to get 7 out of the 9. We are still trying for the other two, but they've seemed to have disappeared. The 7 are all young and were severely emaciated! When domestics are dumped, if they're not preyed upon, they die slowly of starvation. The wild absolutely can not provide them sustenance. It's cruel those that dump ducks.
This whole group is up for adoption. Either all together or in pairs.
The pairs are:
Male & female pekins
Male & female Saxony/Buff
Male BlackSwedish & Female Blue Swedish
Single Black Swedish Drake
We will not adopt out just the females.
If interested, message us with photos of your setup, current flock composition, if any . Adoption fee is required as well. Birds will be seen by a veterinarian and dewormed. They are currently in our med kennels as we are completely full. They need to be adopted or transferred to another sanctuary soon.
With all the mouths to feed and the price of feed has increased, we really need donations. Our feed bill doubled last month, and we didn't have funds to cover it. We do have eggs available as well to those that they'd like to purchase those. It helps. Eggs are otherwise cooked and given back to the birds.
Venmo/Paypal.me 🦆
Adoption Update! The chicken hen that was surrendered with the feather problem is finally settling in with her new flock. Albeit its with a rooster and some drakes! She's definitely a boss lady and doesn't take any gruff from other chickens! Adopter is still feeling out a new name for her yet thou! They're also hoping soon her feathers start coming in healthier too! Thanks for adopting her!
Hello everyone and new followers! Its been a ridiculously busy spring summer of rescuing dumped ducks, chickens and others!
We could really use the help feeding everyone!
We have 16-20 drakes looking for their forever safe pet homes!
There's alot of mouths to feed and house!
100% of donations go to the birds.
Thank you so much.
Heat-related illness in domestic animals: Watch for these signs!
Intakes #41 & 42. Owner surrenders. Both chicken & duck hens were getting beat up by their flock mates and the people wanted them to have better homes where they could thrive. Both ladies will be headed to their new pre approved homes tomorrow.
We are running our 16 drakes up for adoption series. Next up are Roberto & Max . Theyre 4-5 year khacki campbell drakes! They were rescued in the Niles Dutch Village Rescue a few years ago. These boys like each other but would be ok going separately to a forever safe pet home!
Predator proof housing required and correct flock composition.
AGAIN, WE DO NOT HAVE ANY FEMALES UP FOR ADOPTION. We keep getting messages. Send the required information via our email fpr pre approval.
Fred & Barney were rescues off Deans Lake in Grand Rapids, theyre approximately 2+years old. They are bonded and must go to a forever pet home together! They'd be great as a duo team by themselves or with 8+girls and no other drakes. Predator proof house/enclosure is a must.
These are two more of the 16 drakes that are for adoption.
We do not have any girls for adoption at this time. We have a waiting list for hens to pre approved homes. You can get on the list by sending the follow information to [email protected]
Name, contact info
Experience with ducks, your avian veterinarian, do you already have birds and what kind/composition and photos of your setup. Youll get a response if you're approved and then when any girls come in.
This is Hansel & Gremlin; they are about 2 years old . They were rescued as ducklings. They were dumped in a park in Sand Lake. They are bonded and are looking for a forever home together! MUST have a predator proof house/enclosure, and if joining other ducks, you must have 8+ girls with no other drakes!
These are 2 out of the 16 drakes that are up for adoption to forever homes. This is all we have for adoption.
We say it again; we do not have any females currently up for adoption!!! You can be put on the pre-approval list for girls by emailing [email protected] with name, location, current flock situation, breed, and photos of your setup. You will be contacted if you're approved, and when rescued, hens come into the sanctuary. We will stop responding to any messages that don't follow these guidelines.
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Bert & Ernie wishing everyone a good night with good company & food!! These two bonded drakes came to us 4 years ago as juveniles. Someone dumped them in our driveway in a tote in the middle of the night. A predator nearly got them. Ernie had injuries to his head and a hole through his bill. They made a full recovery thankfully, except Ernie has a discoloration where the hole was. They were Lennys boys, and they are much loved and are permanent residents of the sanctuary. #BertandErnie #bedtime #dinnertime #ducksanctuary #duckrescue #ducklife #drakesneedlovetoo #dontdumpducks #residentducks #pekinducks #pekindrakes #farmsanctuary #ducksofinsta #ducksofinstagram #ducklivesmatter #ducks
Intakes #63& 64...both ducklings have a foot deformity. The owner didn't know how to care for them. These two can have a full quality of life with just a little extra care and compassion. We helped the owners out and our friends Hope Valley Farm Duck Rescue and Sanctuary and will transport these two down to Gailen. MI them soon. Any donations for their care and others to either of our sanctuaries are most appreciated. We hope these sweethearts can have a beautiful life. #ducksanctuary #ducksofinstagram #disabledduck #hopevalleyfarmduckrescue #donations #rescueshelpingrescues #ducks #ducklings #ducksofig
Like so many others across the country these four were bought ona whim in farm stores in the spring. Weeks later they were dumped in the wilds to die . The WanderlustAcres team rescued them and they were able to grow and do all the things happy and safe ducks like to do! Please help us continue to help animals in need. Any amount helps. Volunteer opportunities exist. There are ducks up for adoption to qualified safe pet homes. Thank you! 🦆Venmo @WanderlustAcres 🦆Paypal @WanderlustAcres Our Amazon Gift List/WanderlustAcres Animal Sanctuary #ducksanctuary #duckrescue #farmanimalrescuesanctuary #animallivesmatter #ducksofnstagram #ducklivesmatter #rescueducks #rescue #volunteers #donate #happyducks
Merrys Flock always such in a hurry in the mornings! You have 90% chance of getting buzzed by the smallest resident duck Angel! Makes wonder why we bother with the ramps! Its for your fragile legs darlings! Thank you Kate for taking on the morning dutie this weekend! We hope everyone is enjoying their summer holiday and taking a minute to honor those no longer here. 🇺🇸 #ducksanctuary #ducklife #duckrescue #residents #merrysflock #volunteersareawesome #morningvibes #flyintoyourday #ducksofinstagram #memorialday
The 3 ducklings rescues have gotten so big! They've been moved outside to enjoy the summer and socialize with others! Speedy, Alfie & Comet! Venmo @WanderlustAcres #ducklife #ducklings #duckrescue #ducksanctuary #saxony #rouen #blueswedish #drakes #ducksofinstagram #farmsanctuary
Miss Fiona is better and rejoined her flock yesterday! She immediately ran for the pond like everyone else! She also enjoyed some foraging time with Fritz, Floyd , Holly & Noelle more original members of the Dutch Village flock. We are all so thrilled that she has made a full recovery! Thanks Dr V, and Sarah for helping get her back to her sweet self! #aspergillosisrecovery #indianrunner #fawnindianrunnerducks #ducksanctuary #ducksanctuary #ducklivesmatter #ducksdeservecare #volunteers #recovery #ducklife #animallovers
Miss Fiona is better and rejoined her flock yesterday! She immediately ran for the pond like everyone else! She also enjoyed some foraging time with Fritz, Floyd , Holly, and Noelle, more original members of the Dutch Village flock. We are all so thrilled that she has made a full recovery! Thanks, Dr V, and Sarah, for helping get her back to her sweet self! #aspergillosisrecovery #indianrunner #fawnindianrunnerducks #ducksanctuary #ducksanctuary #ducklivesmatter #ducksdeservecare #volunteers #recovery #ducklife #animallovers
Thanks Alfie. The ducklings are growing. #projectile #poop #howwasyourday #💩 #ducklife #ducklings #ducksanctuary
Anyone down by the Grand River that can go look at Riverside park and down the shoreline for this 2-3 week old baby duckling?!
Please send all the good vibes for Fiona! She isn't acting right..dazed , slow moving, and although interested in food, but not eating. She has a veterinarian appointment tomorrow morning. Fingers crossed. Shes approximately 3-4 yrs old as far as we know. She was part of the big Dutch Village rescue . #Fionatheduck #ducklife #ducksanctuary #sendthegoodvibes #donationsneeded #indianrunnerducks
These 4 are from the Gowan rescue. They came very skittish and slowly have been calming. Meally worms help! The two khacki/chocolate runner drakes (brown ones) are up for adoption; they're approximately 5-6 months old. The whites already have homes. They're safe here, but we are unable to help other dump ducks until some find forever homessre found. We are out of physical space and finance to build anymore enclosures. Until then, since their duck house is a Barbie mansion playhouse, they'll be known as the feral Barbies..names Skipper, Midge, Allan and Blaine 😂 #ducksanctuary #feralBarbiesflock #unpopularBarbies #duckmates #indianrunnerducks #adoptaduck #duckrescue #farmsanctuary
These 3 Cayuga drakes from a few weeks ago rescue are still up for adoption. They have been tentatively named. Because it was Sarah's first domestic duck rescue they are all S names! The smallest is Seymour, then Simone and the biggest of the three is Stanley! I know Sarah you love this! 😂 Alittle history about this breed.The Cayuga is an American breed of domestic duck. It was introduced to the Finger Lakes region of New York State in about 1840, and is named for the Cayuga people of that area. #Cayuga #cayugaduck #drakes #drakesneedlovetoo #handsomeboys #drakesofinstagram #dontdumpducks #ducklivesmatter #ducklife #ducksanctuary #rescueducks #farmsanctuary #aviansanctuary #rescueanimal #adoptaduck
The Naughty Flock except Jacks, playing in the ephemeral pond this afternoon. Allie Farmgirl had a great time! #residentflock #naughtyflock #ducklife #ducksanctuary #duckslovetoswim #ducksofinstagram #ducks #rouen #silverappleyards
When you want goose snuggles but the goose wants to have the wiggles... #gooselife #gethegoose #wonderthegoose
Today's rescue #4, but this year's 16th rescue. Muskovy hen. She's now safe and getting some food.
The three Calgyua drakes are getting to eat to their heart contents. People are terrible who dump animals.
The Eaters Flock getting their swim on! #midwinterthaw #eatersflock #ducksanctuary #swimsaturday #swimon #ducks #ducklivesmatter #ducksofinstagram
The Dutch Village Flock were excited to discover the pond had thawed and they could go for a frolicking swim yesterday afternoon! #ducksanctuary #ducklife #ducksofinstagram #duckrescue #dutchvillageflock #duckslovetoswim #polarswim
Last night, as we were getting everyone ready for bed...Zoie, Zelda, and Felix decided they wanted to go for a walk. I think they were looking for their pools! Sorry, sweeties. It's warmed up, but itll be a few weeks yet before the pools are out. #ducklife #ducksanctuary #letsgoforawalk #wanttoplayoutside #winter#zoie #zelda #felix #pekins #khacki #ducklivesmatter #animalshelter #farmsanctuary #ducks #ducksofinstagram #zeelandrescues
Morning ☕️ with the Double Decker flock this morning!
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