Libby Lou's Safe Haven

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Libby Lou's Safe Haven

We are a 501(c)3 vegan microsanctuary for cows and friends. After my parents passed away, I was emotionally lost. To thank her, I founded Libby Lou's Safe Haven!
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I had tremendous support from friends and family but my first cow, Libby Lou, healed a part of my soul that no human could touch. We are a microsanctuary for cows and friends, striving to become a resource for our community to help those who have been abused, neglected, have special needs or uncertain futures. We also invite conversations about compassion. We are open by appointment only! Sundays

only. 11:00am-2:00pm

We cannot accommodate drop-in visitors. We kindly request a suggested donation of $50 per adult and $25 per child. This is just a suggestion, not a fee. Please see our website for more info on visiting. http://libbyloussafehaven.com

07/15/2024

The team at joined us for a tour yesterday. It was a bit cooler and all of the animals were in a great mood and eager to participate! Regan was giving kisses. ❤️

07/03/2024

I’d like to thank for making this beautiful headstone for Snowflake. I miss you so much, my angel moo. 💔😢🐮

06/24/2024

Miss T being silly yesterday, trying to get our attention during the tour. ❤️
Love you big girl!!

06/21/2024

Please sign petition to help get Beau to The Retreat Animal Rescue Farm Sanctuary and Cafe. She has a chance to live out her life in safety and love there.

06/20/2024

Not to be outdone by her sister, the lovely Fergie sunbathing. ❤️

06/19/2024

The beautiful Miss Sahara sunbathing yesterday. ❤️

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06/18/2024

Exclusive: ‘It would be a dream come true for me,’ the sanctuary owner said

06/16/2024

I stopped by our local produce stand this morning to get some corn-on-the-cob for the chickens (5 for $1) and ended up scoring this haul for the cows/donkeys!
All of this was over at the trash to be discarded.

Many other folks hit this stand for the same thing, I’ve been getting shut out and discouraged. Very grateful for what I was able to get today. I go thru it carefully before giving it to them.

06/10/2024

Cam, one of our Board members, came out for a visit over the weekend and got cow kisses! The animals were quite happy to see her and so was I.

Anyone else who would like cow kisses, reach out to me and let’s schedule a tour! Now that the rainy season is gone, we are back to doing tours regularly.

06/03/2024

We had a lot of fun on the tour yesterday! The guys interacted very well with the animals and really got a kick out of giving them treats. The animals were very enthusiastic!

05/31/2024

Chewy has more items for farm animals than you’d think. As they continue to add items, I’ll keep updating our wish list. You can place an order and it will be shipped directly to us!

Founded in 2019, Libby Lou's Safe Haven is a microsanctuary and was established to provide permanent refuge and kindness to cows and friends. Our Safe

05/29/2024

Thank you Colombia!

VICTORY 🎉 Colombia has taken a historic step in defense of animals! On Tuesday, Colombian lawmakers passed a bill with a resounding 93-2 vote, banning bullfighting throughout the country!

Animal rights activists have campaigned tirelessly for years, urging the Colombian government to outlaw this cruel bloodsport, a centuries-old colonial tradition.

Our deepest respect and gratitude to everyone who made this possible. 👏

05/26/2024

In the tack room but definitely not part of the sanctuary, yikes!!

05/24/2024

Happy 3rd birthday to my sweet, sensitive Maui boy!
I Love You Mau Mau! ❤️

05/21/2024

Sad reality🥺😂😂

05/20/2024

Jacob and Lorena were our guests yesterday for a tour. We got a lot of brushing done, yay! Whittier was a full participant in the tour which made me happy. The animals do not Have to participate in anything but I thought it was a good sign. We are all of course still mourning the loss of Snowflake. I was able to honor her by talking about her a bit without crying. Baby steps. All in all, a good day!

05/14/2024

Wonderful!! Another win for farm animals!

The UK Government hasn't delivered on its promise to end live animal exports as part of the Kept Animals Bill. We’re continuing to campaign for action.

05/13/2024

Another beautiful day and awesome tour yesterday! This gentleman brought his girlfriend out for a surprise birthday gift, she is a big time cow lover. She said best gift ever!!

05/01/2024

It’s officially fly mask time now. All the moos were very agreeable to wear them. I get ours from Custom Pet and Tack. They are made-to-order and have UV protection. Weaver’s fly masks do not. It’s important to protect their eyes, especially after Whittier’s experience with eye cancer. Looking good, lady moos!!

04/24/2024

Snowflake had a vet appointment yesterday with Dr. Aranda. Getting some bloodwork done to try and figure out why she is cognitively/developmentally/physically delayed. Her heart and lungs sound strong.

This is our first time using Dr. Aranda. He’s the only other cow vet in the county besides ECLAP that I know of, won’t use them again because they failed Auggie Norman.

04/21/2024

Thank you to for inviting me to be on the sanctuary panel at San Diego EarthFest 2024. It was great meeting Emily from , I really enjoy talking with other sanctuary founders. Getting more comfortable with public speaking a little at a time!

04/10/2024

Happy 8th birthday to my curly headed queen, Libby Lou moo! You changed the path of my life and in turn, the path of 11 other moos. I love you, miss bossy pants! Treats later for everyone to celebrate!

04/03/2024

Maui and Snowflake enjoying some ☀️ after a very rainy weekend.

03/21/2024

Sahara and Fergie were not pleased to hear that the new friends they made at our tour stiffed us a donation. ..first time that has ever happened. We’re on a tight budget so any loss of proceeds affects us. That donation would have paid for a months worth of grain for Auggie Norman. Ugh!

03/18/2024

We were blessed yesterday, it was a beautiful sunny day for a tour. The animals enjoyed getting extra attention, brushing and of course treats afterwards!

There has been some recent online discussion among sanctuaries about whether tours are exploitation. My opinion is if done correctly, then no. I tell guests ahead of time that the animals don’t have to do anything they don’t want to. If someone is not feeling social that day, we respect that and don’t approach them.

I feel that the greatest impact is made by the animals themselves, not by my words. The hands-on interactions guests have has helped create positive change.

03/08/2024

Photos: Small area, large area and fencing quote.

We finally have some grass! The animals need safe fenced areas in which to graze. Please help us if possible by donating or sharing. All donations are tax-deductible.

Does anyone want to donor match? That would be amazing and allow us to double our donations.

03/08/2024

https://gofund.me/4a821e4b

We badly need fencing! It’s not sexy, but it is what keeps the animals safe … Lori Biewen needs your support for We badly need fencing! We finally have grass!

02/24/2024

I still haven’t found the disco ball for The Ladies that’s supposed to be at Dollar Tree but I did get them some fun pinwheels!

02/19/2024

Was able to do a tour yesterday, first in a while due to the rain/mud. I was a bit rusty, the residents were not! They were amazing and our guests got some wonderful interactions with them.

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+16192541656

Website

http://www.libbyloussafehaven.com/

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The major fence project has started!! #cowsanctuary #bigfenceproject #roomtorunandplay

It’s been hot the past 2 weeks, I’ve been giving the animals a variety of cold veggies and fruits. Yesterday was watermelon day for the chickens! Yum!🍉🐓 #chickens #chickensofinstagram #theladies #bekind #rescue #friendsnotfood

Miss T modeling her new fly boots! Hopefully she’ll get used to them and they will help. #donkey #donkeysofinstagram #mammothjackstock #rescue #bekind

It’s taken a few days for me to find the words. My precious baby moo Snowflake suddenly passed away on Saturday. Both Adam and I were there with her. I don’t know what happened. She had just had a physical exam a couple weeks ago, heart and lungs strong. She tested negative for BDV-PI. I’ve been trying to get an appointment for more extensive bloodwork and an x-ray on her hip which seem to be painful. I am really struggling to get consistent, timely, quality vet care here for the cows. I feel like scooping them up in my arms and taking them far away to somewhere better but how and where. Adam and I were working on expanding her pen and building a new shelter for she and her mom Whittier. Her cousins were bullying her and I thought the best move was to put she and her mom together. Snowflake was 3 years old, but because of her brain damage as a youngster, she was more like a forever toddler. She did not know jealousy, envy, bossiness or meanness She did know love, how to give it and receive it. Pure goodness. She was my first born sanctuary calf and I loved her at first sight. I miss you sweet angel. it’s not the same out there without you. My world is darker now that my Snowflake light is gone. I am beyond devastated. I promise to keep telling your story, baby girl. I just could not do it on Sunday’s tour. Please keep Whittier in your in your thoughts as she is grieving her daughter. I’m not doing a formal fundraiser, but if you would like to donate a few dollars thru the website towards a nice grave marker for her, that would be lovely. Link in bio. #cowsanctuary #mylove #friendsnotfood #govegan #compassion #cowrescue

Started off May in a great way, a tour with some fellow vegan activists. Thank you Amit, Stacy and Camila for visiting us yesterday! I don’t get opportunity to hang out with other vegans much so it was fantastic! The animals really enjoyed your visit and of course the treats too! Thank you again for the kind donation! It will really help. #cowsanctuary #govegan #friendsnotfood #bekind #rescue

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Not a huge fan of people this week..first getting stiffed on a sanctuary donation and now foster puppy Charles adoption set for Monday has fallen thru. 😢😡 This little fella is an incredible pup. Super loving, great couch cuddles, fun, playful, happy, healthy. Has had all of his puppy shots. Working on house and crate training. Any leads on a wonderful home for him please let me know! Available thru @labsandfriends #fosteringsaveslives

Happy 3rd Birthday to my 2 angels, Snowflake and Auggie Norman!! Both are special needs: Snowflake cognitive/developmental delayed, Auggie Norman Congestive Heart Failure. They both rise above their challenges. They inspire!! I love you both to the moon and back!! #cowsanctuary #cows #friendsnotfood #govegan #rescue #compassion

#cowsanctuary #sanctuarylife #cows #govegan #notonmyplate #friendsnotfood #rescue

Good job Adam! Thank you for doing that. #cowsanctuary #sanctuarylife #tractorsarefun

Treat balls are fun!! #cows #cowsanctuary #friendsnotfood #notonmyplate #govegan #rescue

Last of storm prep, hens are all set with fluffy beds ❤️ Hoping storm isn’t as bad as they are predicting. Y’all stay safe! #stormprep #chickens #rescue #friendsnotfood #notonmyplate

Most animals (and people for that matter) use moaning to convey discomfort. Not Libby Lou! She moans when she is content. Turn up the volume to hear her serenade. #cow #cowsofinstagram #cowsanctuary #govegan #friendsnotfood #rescue #bekind

Behind on grooming due to rain, work and a stomach bug. 🤢 Finally able to get the mud off the moos! One of Maui’s very fav things in life is the kitty brush on his face. See how he stretches his chin to the sky…So cute! Moos love being brushed, one of many ways they are similar to dogs. #cows #steer #cowsanctuary #cowsofinstagram #friendsnotfood #govegan #rescue

I’m so fortunate to witness precious moments like this between mother and daughter. I love it when they “kick up their heels”!! #cows #cowsofinstagram #cowsanctuary #govegan #friendsnotfood #rescue

Auggie Norman getting after his dinner with vigor! Yesterday was stressful and I’m so glad Aug pushed thru it. We had a busted pipe which flooded a cow run and completely drained the storage tank. We had not a drop of water and the temp was near 100 degrees. Aug especially has to have lots of water because of the medications he is on. A big thank you to Luke and Sonny at @wildseedsranch (our new neighbors/friends) for letting me fill up from their hose and for helping transport it all back to Libby Lou’s. Another thank you to Franks Drilling for coming over after work hours, capping things off and then not charging us! Very grateful to you all! 🙏 #cowsanctuary #jerseysteer #friendsnotfood #govegan #ditchdairy