Twenty-Two Farms Animal Sanctuary

25/04/2025

It's been six months since we took in a feral mama and her four terrified babies from animal control.

Until a week ago, this little cutie would still hide if you looked her direction. Then, out of nowhere, she hopped up on the bed and started playing with my hand. Every night since, she's gotten more and more brave. Trying to be patient and resist the urge to force snuggle her 😂

We think she might be our only girl of the kittens. We named her Smudge due to her adorable nose.

23/04/2025

How do we know chiropractic care was the right decision for our 14-year-old dog, Buddy, who has scoliosis? Well, there's the obvious...his spine is significantly straighter, and he can turn his head in directions he previously couldn't. He walks better and has even tried jumping and a slow jog. But those aren't the biggest differences.

We had Buddy for two years, and he never once barked. We assumed he just wasn't the barking type. After a few sessions with Dr. Danielle, we heard him bark for the first time! We thought it was so cute. And then he started barking more and more. He now barks to go outside, barks when he's hungry, barks when he wants a treat, barks to get lifted onto the couch, and barks to get down. He barks and barks and barks! Maybe not as cute anymore 😉

But why would this be an outcome of his care? Well, his vocal cords were likely being pinched by his twisted neck, causing a form of vocal cord paralysis. By straightening his neck, his nerves were not as compressed, allowing for his vocal cords to function again. We are thankful we took a chance and found a chiropractor that was perfect for our situation. That smile is the only conformation we need!

23/04/2025

We know many of our Friends of the Farm are also past rental clients so we wanted to make sure to get the word out!

We appreciate your continued support and recommendations!

Despite our best effort and even a few offers, we were not able to find the right buyer for the business. So we've decided to hold onto it for at least another year. Our adult children have all stepped up and are going to manage it for us. They've all worked the business before so they know the ins and outs and you'll be in good hands!

That being said...We're Back!

We've been working on responding to all outstanding quote requests. If you haven't received an email response from us, please do let us know. We appreciate your patience and understanding these past few months of uncertainty. The last thing we wanted to do is to make promises we couldn't keep.

To secure your order for your upcoming event, visit our website at www.eventsby22farms.com.

21/04/2025

Something still felt off with Mongo, so while the vet was here 2 weeks ago giving all the horses and donkeys their spring vaccines, I asked her to check everyone's teeth. She did and suggested Cowboy, Sadie, Patrick, and Mongo all have their teeth floated (floating is a dental procedure done to smooth/file sharp edges on horses teeth.) So we scheduled her to come back out today. The littles went first, and we did Mongo last. When the vet got his mouth open wide enough to examine his back teeth, she pulled out a tooth that had broken off at some point but was still stuck in his gums. I honestly couldn't believe my eyes. No wonder he was a little crabby and had stopped putting on weight!

She also cleaned his sheath (we'll let you look that one up on your own 😂), and I brushed him for close to an hour. After a little time in the pasture without spitting the grass out once, he headed back to his space and started chowing down on dinner!

Hooves trimmed ✔️
Spring vaccines given ✔️
Teeth floated ✔️
Sheaths cleaned ✔️

The horses and donkeys appointments are complete! Next up...schedule pig hoof and tusks trims and cow hoof trims!

Since we didn't budget the teeth floating into our spring expenses, we would more than welcome anyone who would like to help contribute to today's $525 bill.

19/04/2025

They did it again! Our brother duo created a few more platforms for our goats leveraging existing metal shelving pieces we had at the farm. They added some stairs they had previously built and secured a ramp for the little goats. Now, they have a place to sun themselves or get some shade.

Based on the first picture, it's safe to say the goats approve! Thanks, Bob and Ron!

17/04/2025

Graham (short for Graham Quacker) and Toffee had a lot to say this morning before I left for work. I never imagined I'd carry on a full conversation with pet ducks, yet here I am...

16/04/2025

Chris unknowingly brought Cameron on his delivery today. He didn't realize Cameron had hopped in until after they arrived at the delivery location.

I received a text saying, "I guess it's bring your cat to work day." Never a dull moment...

15/04/2025

Now that beautiful Sami has your attention...

We are looking for VOLUNTEERS for a very special 2-day event in May.

We have three 3rd grade classes looking to come to the farm to fulfill their service day projects, and we need some extra adults to help. These kiddos have been learning about the farm and our animals all year and leveraging the farm and our animals to learn how to write articles, ask questions, create presentations, and present to an audience and so much more.

So if you are 18+, love working with kids, and are free on either Wednesday, May 14th, and/or Thursday, May 15th from mid-morning to mid afternoon, please send us an email at [email protected]. We will be painting, gardening, doing art projects, building, cleaning, caring for the animals, and enjoying all the farm has to offer.

Can we count on you to help give these kids get the day they've worked so hard to earn?

13/04/2025

Elise ❤️

12/04/2025

King Henry spent the day outside enjoying the sunshine. He may be old, but he can still put on a show!

11/04/2025

Our sheeple are naked 🫢

11/04/2025

Dear, Walter.

Please don't use your food as a playground.

Sincerely,

Management

10/04/2025

We will forever be impressed with the size of a goose egg. Sure, I don't have the biggest hands, but still...

09/04/2025

For the first time this year, the weather is supposed to be nice on Saturday for our volunteer event (assuming I didn't just curse it). With spring here, we have lots of work to get done!

Please remember to sign up using the link below if you're interested in coming out! As previously posted, we are asking for no more then 2 kids per adult. Kids need to be supervised at all times and we'll have a waiver to sign when you get here.

We look forward to seeing you!

Come spend an evening or two with us and experience the Sanctuary Life first hand!

08/04/2025

Our supporters are so amazing we can't help but smile! Thank you for helping us raise the much needed funds to cover our big month of expenses!

08/04/2025

You know what's amazing? The fact that we raised enough money from our post to pay for the hay that was delivered today! Thank you!

Then yesterday, one of our many cat-loving supporters reached out and made us an offer to help raise the rest of the money needed to pay for all of the stray/feral vet visits and spay/neuter appointments.

She is offering to MATCH dollar for dollar - the next 5 people who donate $100! And then...it gets better...her company will match her match! That's right - your donation will go 3 times as far!

Is anyone up for the challenge and willing to help get the care needed for these sweet faces?

05/04/2025

Friends of the farm! We've had a busy (a.k.a. expensive) week and have another one coming this week. If you are able, we'd really appreciate some additional help paying for the following:

Last week:

1. All 6 horses were seen by the farrier.
2. Cameron completed his mandatory vet visits for his "incident".
3. One of our new friendly stray cats, Jojo recieved her required vaccines which will allow for us to schedule her spay.
4. Savanah had her first vet appointment (as previously posted).
5. Two more feral cats have shown up looking for food and shelter. More to come on them...

Coming this week:

1. Spring hay delivery.
2. Mama Mia (feral mama we took in last fall) is getting spayed.
3. All 9 sheep will be sheared.
4. Equine vet visit for spring vaccines for all 9 horses and donkeys and teeth checks.

Later this month:
1. Farrier appointment for donkeys.
2. Jojo and all 4 feral kittens will be spayed/neutered.
3. Follow up appointment for Savanah to attempt to determine the cause of her neck issues.

As always, we are extremely appreciative of all your support!

04/04/2025

Do you remember the kitten with the crooked head who showed up on our property a few weeks ago? Well, she stuck around, and we have a few updates!

We now know she's a girl - we named her Savanah. We were able to get close enough to catch her and bring her to the vet this week! She does not have a microchip. She tested negative for FeLV (yay), and her initial examination was positive. We gave her antibiotics to hopefully help with her upper respiratory issues and treated her for fleas. We brought her inside and are keeping her quarantined for a few days to keep an eye on her symptoms. We will eventually bring her back to the vet for a better look at her neck and a spay appointment as well.

She is absolutely precious and wants so badly to be loved. We're hopeful being inside will help her feel safer around us.

You can relax now, sweet Savanah. You have an entire community here to support you now!