J and J Farms Animal Sanctuary

06/30/2025

Our 21+ Patriotic Wreath Making Workshop is tomorrow evening! We still have spots available if you'd like to join us! ❤️🤍💙

06/30/2025

What’s wrong with this picture? If you answered, “Hey, Tucker isn’t wearing his fly mask,” you’d be right! We really hoped the ears on the fly mask would prevent our little man from losing it out in the pasture, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. The good news is he kept it on longer than his mask without ears, so we’re not giving up hope yet! Stay tuned! 🤞

06/28/2025

Tucker is looking super cute in his brand new fly mask with ears! Thank you so much, Cindi, for the amazing gift! We really hope this style of mask will be harder for our little man to take off every day. The fly mask not only keeps the bugs away but it provides essential UV protection for Tucker's sensitive eyes. 🤞♥️

06/27/2025

Check out the beautiful wreaths we'll be making on Tuesday, July 1 from 7:00pm - 9:00pm at our 21+ Patriotic Wreath Making Workshop! We still have spots available! There's no set fee for this class. All donations are accepted! ❤️🤍💙

Message our page or email [email protected] to RSVP!

06/27/2025

Good muddy morning from Duckie! This is perfect duck weather, even for ducks who think they’re chickens! We hope everyone has a good weekend! 😃

06/26/2025

On May 12, one day before losing Bear, this Facebook post came across the Sanctuary’s feed:

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1039749018305802&id=100068121402371

It was a desperate plea to save a sweet, two year old pup at an overcrowded municipal shelter in Houston. He was on the euthanasia list that very day. Why? He had dermatitis…from fleas. What stray doesn’t have fleas? A simple flea bath and he’d be good as new, but this government run shelter takes in hundreds of dogs every week and only has room and funding to house so many. As a result, they’re euthanizing up to 60, yes 60, dogs a week. If an animal comes in with any medical concern, they’re immediately relegated to the “other” building where they await their fate. In Lenny’s case, he had less than three days.

Fortunately, there’s a wonderful group of shelter volunteers who take the time to network the animals in the “other” building. These heroes provide pictures, videos and a personality assessment of each dog, along with the information needed for rescues to pull the pup before the deadline.

Upon seeing Lenny’s post, begging for help, something in my gut told me we needed this dog. Little did I know I’d be losing Bear, my best friend in the whole world, the very next day. I’ve stopped questioning the way the Universe works. This was kismet.

I reached out to the president of Bark About It Rescue for assistance. This amazing organization makes it their mission to save Houston shelter dogs who are only given days to live. We also needed a foster local to the Houston area. Lenny was destined to be put to sleep in only 3 hours. Time wasn’t on our side. I went out on a limb and contacted the kind-hearted foster who housed Selena when we pulled her from the very same shelter last year. To our delight, Heide said yes!

Lenny came up from Texas a few weeks ago and has been settling into farm life like he’s always lived here. He’s good with the cats, doesn’t mind the birds, pays no attention to the honey bees. He’s still a little unsure about horses at times, showing them a healthy respect. He’s playful, kind and oh so smart. He’s exactly what our broken hearts needed.

Everyone, please join me in welcoming Lenny to the Sanctuary family. Thank you so much to Bark About it Rescue and foster mom, Heide, for making this happen. You guys are truly angels on Earth. 💕

06/25/2025

It's Wednesday! That means it's another Sarver Artisan Market day! We're all set up with lots of fun goodies for sale! We have something for everyone: branded Sanctuary merch, beaded jewelry, delicious spreads, adorable crochet keychains, recycled reusable shopping bags and so much more! Come on down and see us...and Hank the duck! 😊

352 North Pike Road
Sarver, PA 16055

06/25/2025

Oh my gosh, we had so much fun at the Saxonburg Pet Parade! Many of you guessed our secret theme! Ronny looked absolutely fabulous in his custom Hawaiian shirt. It even had big, pink buttons on the front. That's not the best part, though. Guys, he had SHORTS…with fringe! OMG! They're fantastic! 🌺

They didn't have the “biggest pet” category this year, however we still had a winner among our group. Hank won for “most exotic” pet! He was the only duck in a diaper in the entire parade! Congratulations, Hank! 😁

06/24/2025

💥 ONE WEEK LEFT TO PURCHASE TICKETS!! 💥

Only $5 per chance to help the animals at the Sanctuary!!🥳

Get ready to celebrate summer with our exciting 🍉 Picnic Cooler Raffle 🍉! For just $5 per ticket, you have a chance to take home a cooler packed with goodies valued at $300. Not only could you be the lucky winner, but you'll also be supporting a great cause; all proceeds will aid the animals at J and J Farms Animal Sanctuary. Mark your calendars because the raffle winner will be announced on July 1 via Facebook Live. Grab your tickets now and help make a difference!

Tickets available here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/picnic-cooler-raffle

Check out the wonderful cooler contents below:
🍉 $100 Sprankle's Neighborhood Markets gift card
🍉 Igloo cooler
🍉 32 piece camping picnic dishes set
🍉 4 drink tumblers with straws
🍉 2 camping chairs
🍉 2 disposable camping grills
🍉 Lighter
🍉 Waterproof picnic blanket
🍉 Reusable waterproof bag
🍉 Citronella candle
🍉 Roasting skewers
🍉 Marshmallows
🍉 Graham crackers
🍉 Chocolate bars
🍉 12 pack of Pepsi
🍉 Potato chips

Winner must be able to pick up cooler within 14 days at J and J Farms Animal Sanctuary in Saxonburg, PA. All sales are final. No refunds will be given. Thank you for supporting our cause!

Get ready to celebrate summer with our exciting Picnic Cooler Raffle! For just $5 per ticket, you have a chance to take home a cooler packed with goodies valued at $300. Not only could you be the lucky winner, but you'll also be supporting a great cause; all proceeds will aid the animals at J and J....

06/24/2025

Did you know the Sanctuary is home to several blind birds? Pictured here is Hawkeye. This sweet girl joined the Sanctuary family after sustaining a raccoon attack. Fortunately, she survived, but our little lady lost her eyes in the process. Raccoons kill through decapitation, something they’re easily able to do if you have chicken wire or welded wire fencing around your coop. The raccoons reach right through. Only 1/2" hardware cloth on all six sides of your run will stop predators from entering.

Despite her limitations, Hawkeye is adjusting well. She has a wonderful seeing eye chicken friend, Raven, who helps guide her. Raven will make little chirps and coos to direct Hawkeye around obstacles. It’s the sweetest relationship. 🥰

06/23/2025

The Saxonburg Pet Parade is tomorrow, June 24 at 6:30 pm on Main Street in Saxonburg! We’re busy getting all the animals ready for our surprise theme, including Ronny. He had an initial fitting with Toni from the The Costume Coop who is making him a custom outfit. We’re so thankful to have her. It’s not often you can find a blanket in a size 96”, let alone a costume! Can you guess what our theme might be? The overall parade theme is “Summer Getaway!” 🌺☀️