Patch's Animal Sanctuary

18/05/2024

It's a very sad time at Patch's Sanctuary. Our beloved Sanctuary "clown" Marvin the goat has passed away. He was rushed to the vet but it was too late. Blood test results revealed he had been bitten by a snake. He will be sorely missed by both humans and his animal friends. R.I.P Marvin.😭

08/02/2024

Meet our new resident. Lucky came to Patch's after his mother died. He still loves his bottle but is learning to munch on his calf crumble.

06/02/2024

Happy Birthday George. George is 26 years old. He's been through many adventures in his life. He is a cancer survivor and is still under going treatment for his eye tumour. Thank you to all his kind donors and sponsors for helping George have a long and happy life. We love you George, from everyone at Patch's Animal Sanctuary.

12/10/2023

Say "Nup to the Cup" on Melbourne cup day.

29/08/2023

Marvin the goat decided he needed a higher vantage point. What else are cars for? Luckily this car is a sanctuary vehicle so Marvin won't be sued for damages.

19/05/2023

Patch's Animal Sanctuary is now home to 50 endangered Silver Perch. This native species is on the brink of survival. The conditions at Patch's will help these little guys thrive in their natural environment and in turn they will help rid the waterways of weeds. Good look little ones. Patch's is a safe haven for all native species as well as a forever home for farm animals that have suffered trauma and abuse.

23/01/2023

Gentle George has a tumour in his eye that keeps growing back.
He’s already had one operation but now needs another.
George is 28 years old. He would not have lived past his first birthday if he hadn’t been rescued when he was a baby.
Please help give George another chance so he can live out the rest of his life in comfort.
Being old is not easy, especially when you’re a 1000 -pound steer. George also has arthritis so he has medication and special supplements to keep him on his feet.
The last thing he needs at his age is for the cancer to spread.
George urgently needs the tumour, or his entire eye removed to make sure that doesn’t happen.
Please donate now to help poor old gentle George.

https://gentle-george.raisely.com/

11/12/2022

Ollie enjoying some molasses as a treat on a sunny day. ☀️

Ollie is one of our biggest cows here at Patch’s, and while his size can be intimidating at first, he has a beautiful gentle personality and also a huge sweet tooth - he’s always the first to arrive when he sees someone with a bucket of molasses. 😁

Ollie was originally destined for slaughter, but his destiny changed when he escaped before being transported, and found a safe forever home at Patch’s, where he’s able to live out his natural lifespan being cared for and never harmed.

A huge thank you to everyone who supports us through donations and sharing - your support enables us to give animals like Ollie a second chance. ❤️

05/06/2022

Thank you to all the wonderful supporters that have donated to Shauna the sheep and her two friends. Shauna, Blackie and Luna were displaced after they nearly drowned during the NSW floods. Shauna's mother, together with four other of her family were swept away by flood waters, almost taking their owners with them. All three are gradually settling in at Patch's, helped by their new companion, a little naughty Shetland pony. Patch's would not be able to continue to give animals a home without your generous support. On behalf of all the residents at Patch's Animal Sanctuary - a big thank you.

03/05/2022

Dear supporters of Patch’s Animal Sanctuary, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Founder & CEO Brigid Beckett.
Brigid was a tireless worker for animals and she leaves a huge legacy behind.
Throughout her life as a veterinarian, she has saved so many lives, including unwanted animals that would present to her all to often for euthanasia. Many were re-homed, either at the sanctuary or with other like- minded people.
Brigid was always there to help any animal in need that presented to her. She worked as a volunteer with many organisations and animal charities and would always give her time freely.
Brigid is survived by her partner Brent and many sanctuary animal residents.
May the animal spirits that have gone before you guide you through. Rest in peace.

03/05/2022

George having a scratch last night at dusk, Thanks Kelly for the Video.

09/12/2021

🐄 💚 What does a cow need for Christmas? Of course, love, care and safety...but there are other things they desperately need to stay healthy.
As we come into the scorching summer months, with torrential rain and unpredictable weather - spare a thought for animals in need like Little Moo and the entire Moo Crew... check out their wish list and click the link below to give a gift.

https://patchschristmas.raisely.com/

Here's their Christmas wish list:

1) Salt lick - perfect for all year round, but especially in the hot weather. Salt is essential to the health of cows

2) A bale of hay - YUM - especially for animals when they are unwell or undernourished.

3) Electrolyte supplement - this can be life-saving for little calves who have lost their mums.

4) Everyone loves a Back Rub especially one to control flies - what a gift - these really help the cows stay healthy and enjoy their days by keeping flies, and their germs at bay.

5) Mineral Block of Trace minerals - minerals that are needed to keep animals thriving.

6) Ah... a special brush made just for cows! Scratches their back and keeps coats nice and healthy.

30/11/2021

TODAY is GivingTuesday ... a global movement that reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and radical generosity.

Will you help babies Miffy, Violet, Mumma Grettel and their friends?

In an ideal world, each calf would have a healthy Mum who would care for them and provide them with the milk needed to nourish them for up to two years. When a Mum looks after two calves, they all need extra support and care to stay in good health.

To make matters worse, Grettel was a rescue animal herself - arriving at Patch's Sanctuary pregnant and in poor health. Caring for one calf was going to be hard enough.

Miffy, Violet and Grettel are high needs animals - and Patch's Sanctuary can only take on these animals with your help.

Thank you to our current supporters - they could not do it without you. Please donate what you and an please share... https://sponsor.patchsanimalsanctuary.org/

27/09/2021

Everyone has a place to heal and live out their days in peace at Patch's. Most of the residents, including the sweet girl in the background, have been saved from a horrible fate and get to enjoy life in safety and with the care they need. Isn't that look on her face just adorable?....

24/09/2021

Beautiful Miffy, such a sweet girl 🤍

06/09/2021

Here's Brigid, the founder of Patch's Animal Sanctuary with one of the many happy residents. This picture captures the trust and peace that happen when people show kindness and care to animals.

27/08/2021

These are some of our boys, George, Rahul, Nelson and Ollie, enjoying the winter sun. We are happy to be able to give them a safe home where they can hang out together and enjoy their lives. They probably don't know how lucky they are, so few male calves live past 18 months of age. But at Patch's, we aim to give them the life that they deserve.

27/08/2021

Can you help Felix?
She is a 5 year old female, sadly her owner has died and she needs a loving home. Felix is sweet natured, she has been a farm cat but loves being inside.
If you can help her, or would like more information, please message us

23/08/2021

"My friends come from many species." At Patch's, everyone finds their tribe...

11/08/2021

Oh Little Moo - you are such a personality! We all have our favourite snacks...and here's what happens when you bring some weetbix

03/08/2021

Oxen that rattle the yoke and chain or halt in the leafy shade, what is it that you express in your eyes?
It seems to me more than All the print I have read in my life
Walt Whitman 1863

29/07/2021

George is happy to be getting the help he so desperately needs - thanks to our sponsors and donors embracing our new sponsor page.

Miffy and Violet need help too - these little cuties, along with their Mum and other high needs residents are now on our sponsor page. Can you help?

https://sponsor.patchsanimalsanctuary.org/

22/07/2021

Gentle giant George needs your help! Here's our latest email - please share and let's get George the special help he needs to enjoy his senior years.

This picture is of Brigid, founder of Patch's Sanctuary, alongside George.

You can now sponsor George and other residents with higher needs here:

Sponsor an animal at Patch's https://sponsor.patchsanimalsanctuary.org/

Read more about George... https://mailchi.mp/c256e2498f6a/can-you-help-mooey-and-the-animals-at-patchs-5975261

19/07/2021

Sunday was happy cow cuddling day at Patch's. Cows never forget their significant people and are always very happy to see them. This is Trish with Blacky, who Trish raised, and Blacky's daughter Jellybean.

18/07/2021

J***y and Penny had such a lovely Sunday afternoon cuddling up to Miffy. She certainly loves the affection 🐮💜

14/07/2021

Fresh air, sunshine and friends - when you donate to Patch's you make a dream come true for an animal in need.

It really is a lot of work to keep rescued animals safe, healthy and happy.. and we couldn't do it without the support of kind people like you.

We hope you enjoy this little video and get a feel for the lovely life you help create for the residents at Patch's.

https://vimeo.com/572280687

This is "Patch's Animal Sanctuary Tour .mp4" by Patch's Animal Sanctuary on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

11/07/2021

We all need love and connection

10/07/2021

Miffy was orphaned when her mother died of a mystery illness. In the days after her mother’s death, she refused to take milk from a bottle and was spending all her time looking and crying for her mum. We tried everything, but the poor little calf was so distressed we thought she would suffer the same fate as her mother.

Finally, on the fifth day, a miracle happened. Carers noticed that another cow named Gretel, was allowing Miffy to feed with her own calf, Violet.

Gretel is trying her best to make sure neither of them go hungry.

That’s why cows like Gretel need you. All this feeding is taking a huge toll on her, she now needs to be hand fed extra hay and supplements every single day to ensure both babies get enough milk to survive. Calves can nurse for years so poor Gretel has her work cut out.

With so many other animals to hand feed through the coming dry season, resources will be stretched to the limit.

06/07/2021

FInally - a life they deserve...these chickens now call Patch's their home and get to experience the sunshine, dust baths and foraging in the fresh air. This picture was taken as they came out of their night shelter to greet the morning

02/07/2021

Remember Little Moo? Rescued as a little calf, Little Moo is growing up and thriving amongst his furry and human family thanks to you - all the kind people who donate and help keep Little Moo and the animals at Patch's safe and living the life they deserve.
Isn't he the most gentle, adorable, inquisitive creature...
I know some of you have fallen in love with Little Moo and other individuals and soon we will have the option to sponsor a resident at Patchs.