Ritzy Rescue Ranch

25/12/2024

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

14/12/2024

THANK YOU to whoever sent us a big donation from Chewy that included pig food, cat food and several cat beds!! There was no donation receipt but we still want to thank you.

As you can see, Mowgli is LOVING his new bed. He is so comfortable that he is not wanting to wake up this morning hahah.

10/12/2024

Amber was the cat that traveled the world, literally. She traveled to many foreign countries with her owners before being dumped at a shelter at the age of 14. Her prior owners wanted to start traveling without her.

She was not thriving in the shelter and few people want to adopt a super senior animal. Of course we fell in love with her and brought her home to the Sanctuary. We had 6 amazing months together before she passed. She gave us all the love in the world. This is one of my favorite Holiday pictures.

Part of the magic of the Holiday season is taking time to remember all the good memories we have of our loved ones. 🥰

03/12/2024

🌟 Today is – A Day to Make a Difference 🌟

At Ritzy Rescue Ranch, every life matters. Behind each pair of adorable eyes is a story of resilience, hope, and second chances.

This Giving Tuesday your gift will help provide medical care, nourishing food, and warm bedding. Together, we can make miracles happen.

👉 $10 provides fresh straw.
👉 $20 provides pig, bird or cat food.
👉 $40 provides sheep and cow grain.
👉 $60 provides farrier services for one horse or donkey.
👉 $100 helps towards our high monthly medication costs.
👉 Venmo the animals at ritzyrescueranch1👈

OR

Give a gift in-kind through our Chewy Wish List https://www.chewy.com/g/ritzy-rescue-ranch_b90388416 -list&wishlistsortby=DEFAULT

Every act of compassion, big or small, makes an incredible impact. Let’s work together to give these precious animals the futures they deserve. 🥰

28/11/2024

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Earlier this year our Sanctuary rescued its first turkeys. While excited and honored to bring them home and provide them love & safety, we were fully unprepared for what happened next.

These birds were WAY smarter than we gave them credit for. When we took the time to really get to know them, we connected on a whole new level. They are so intelligent, emotional and social creatures. They craved our attention and had such big personalities. They had so much love to share with us.

Ronin will sit in your lap, he will wait for you at the gate and he will follow you around just like a puppy dog. He also watches over the chickens and ducks to make sure they are safe. One of the chickens has a big crush on him.

Pearl loves to sing to music, enjoys being pet and will also follow you around. She will also sit on everyone’s eggs to care for them. She hates seeing a “stray” egg. Her motherly instincts are strong.

Turkeys are truly “feathered” puppy dogs. Most turkeys don’t live to see 6 months old but we are really hoping these two can see 6 years old or more.

While we have always loved animals and treated them as individuals and not numbers, these turkeys are so much more than we ever expected.

23/11/2024

Instead of buying a turkey, consider buying something FOR a turkey!

Over 46 million turkeys will die for Thanksgiving this year. This is a number we can't even comprehend. Ronin and Pearl are two of the lucky ones who will be joining us as guests for our big Thanksgiving feast. We will feed them pumpkins, corn and a veggie medley. Stay tuned for fun pictures.

If you would like to get them something for thanksgiving they would love more straw ($10 a bale) or more poultry food. Let's show these two some love this Holiday season. 🩷

Venmo - ritzyrescueranch1

Chewy wish list - https://www.chewy.com/g/ritzy-rescue-ranch_b90388416 -list&wishlistsortby=DEFAULT

20/11/2024

What is compassion?

"It is more than mere sympathy. It requires active empathy and a desire to alleviate the suffering of others. When we act with compassion, we not only help alleviate the suffering of others but also improve our own inner harmony" - Tenpa Yeshe

20/11/2024

Today Dave moved into his new house and we are soooo excited for him.

His first home was a pink starter home. Now he has upgraded to an insulated house with a porch!!!

Both our piggies have warm, insulated homes for the winter. Yay!

If anyone would like to get him a house warming gift, he would love more straw and piggy food. 🥰

https://www.ritzyrescueranch.org/donate

17/11/2024

SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGE - Eating seasonal foods is important for sustainability because it supports environmental, economic, and health benefits:

1. Reduces Environmental Impact: Seasonal foods typically grow in natural conditions without the need for artificial environments or long-distance transport. When foods are grown out of season, they may require more energy for heating, cooling, and artificial lighting or may need to be imported from distant regions, all of which increase greenhouse gas emissions.

2. Supports Local Agriculture: Buying seasonal foods usually means purchasing from local farms, which boosts the local economy, reduces the carbon footprint associated with transport, and strengthens community connections to agriculture.

3. Minimizes Resource Use: Seasonal foods need fewer chemical inputs (like fertilizers and pesticides) because they thrive in their natural growing conditions. This minimizes resource consumption and reduces pollution in nearby soils and waterways, making agricultural practices more eco-friendly.

4. Health and Nutritional Benefits: Seasonal produce is often fresher and retains more nutrients, as it’s harvested at peak ripeness rather than picked early to endure long shipping times. Additionally, eating a variety of seasonal foods encourages a balanced, diverse diet, which benefits health.
By aligning consumption with natural growing cycles, eating seasonal foods contributes to a more sustainable food system that respects environmental limits and promotes regional food resilience.

16/11/2024

Happy Boy!

Starlight is a semi-feral kitty who hurt his back leg. Unable to use it, we trapped him and got him medical care. After spending a week inside, he finally gets to go back outside.

In one week, he learned just how much he loves to cuddle. He sat in our laps so we could pet him. He has come a LONG way in learning to trust us. However, he would spend hours at the window crying to go back outside. Now that his leg is healed, he can be a barn kitty again.

Don't his big eyes just melt your heart?!🥰

14/11/2024

Eydis has been with us for several months now and is really beginning to thrive. She was so shy at first but has found friendship with our other senior sheep.

Although she is the black sheep of the group (in everyway ha), she is fully accepted for who she is by all of her friends.

I guess this is a reminder to be like the sheep - accept others for who they are. ❤️🩷🧡

12/11/2024

Too cute Tuesday!!

Whiskey is one of our most friendly residents. He loves to be brushed, pet and given lots of attention. He is always near his brother, Scotch. They are inseparable and snuggle up at night. 🥰

10/11/2024

Sustainability Challenge: Have old or unused blankets lying around? Donate them to your local animal shelter!

Donating old blankets to animal shelters is a great way to help animals and give your blankets a second life. Here are some key reasons:

Warmth and Comfort: Many shelter animals are in stressful environments, and blankets provide a sense of warmth and comfort that helps them feel safer. Blankets can be particularly essential during colder months, especially for older or sick animals that need extra warmth.

Cost Savings for Shelters: Animal shelters often operate on limited budgets and rely on donations to meet daily needs. Blankets reduce the need for shelters to purchase new bedding, allowing funds to be used for food, medical supplies, and other essentials.

Encourages Adoption: A cozy environment helps animals feel and look more relaxed, which can increase their chances of getting adopted. Potential adopters may feel more drawn to animals that appear comfortable and well-cared for.

Recycling and Reducing Waste: Donating your old blankets is an eco-friendly choice, as it keeps them out of landfills. Instead of throwing them away, you’re reusing them in a meaningful way.

Variety of Uses: Blankets aren’t only for bedding. Shelters use them to line cages, create separation between animals, and cover carriers during transports to make the journey less stressful.

Donating old blankets can make a big difference to animals awaiting their forever homes!

05/11/2024

HAPPY VOTING DAY!!!

You can help be the voice for the animals & the environment. 🥰

01/11/2024

Sustainability Challenge: Don’t throw away unwanted Halloween candy; instead, donate it to a good cause!

Trying to figure out what to do with the Halloween haul your kids brought home this year after trick-or-treating? A great way to spread the spooky season spirit is to donate your extra candy to a good cause.

Local police or fire stations often accept candy donations, but call ahead to confirm.

Other national organizations with regional offices include:

Treats for Troops: Run by Soldier’s Angels, this program allows you to send sweets to military service members. Kids can earn buyback prizes, and you can get a tax deductible receipt for your donation.

Operation Shoebox: This organization is ready to receive your candy donations — they distribute candy on Halloween, Christmas and Easter to troops that are missing the festivities while away from home regardless of where they are stationed. Any candy donations can be sent to Operation Shoebox at: 8360 East Highway 25, Belleview, FL 34420.

Ronald McDonald House Charities: Call your local chapter to find out rules on bringing your unopened Halloween candy for severely sick children and their families to enjoy. While your kids are out trick-or-treating, these families will appreciate the taste of the holiday being delivered to them while they are in need.

Other options for candy donation include calling your local food pantry, homeless shelter or nursing home to see if they accept Halloween candy.

31/10/2024

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!!!!!

30/10/2024

One of our former board member's baby needs our help. Our Sanctuary has always been devoted to helping animals, students, kids, families and the environment.

Owen has End Stage Renal Disease and is looking for a kidney donor. This has not been an easy task to find a match.

Please help them by sharing this post, liking their social media pages and visiting their webpage. https://www.babyowenneedsakidney.com/

🌟 Help Owen Find His Superhero—A Kidney Donor 🌟

Meet Owen, our brave little warrior who was born with End Stage Renal Disease. At just 18 months old, he’s already faced incredible challenges and multiple surgeries and treatments. Through it all, Owen has shown remarkable strength and resilience, but now he’s ready for the next step: a life-saving kidney transplant.

The only thing missing is his superhero—a donor who can give him the gift of life. We are in a critical moment trying to find a kidney for him and we are asking for your help.
Could you be Owen’s hero?

We are urgently searching for a living kidney donor. Potential donors should be healthy individuals between the ages of 21 and 55. If you, or someone you know, would consider this incredible act of generosity, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s how you can make a difference:
🔹 Learn more about becoming a donor and how you can save Owen’s life.
🔹 Share Owen’s story—every share helps spread the word and brings us closer to finding his match.

If you’re interested in learning more or contacting us, please email us at [email protected].
Together, we can help our little boy find the superhero he desperately needs. Whether through donating, sharing, or simply spreading the word, your support means everything to us.

With love and gratitude,
Kristen and Dallas

28/10/2024

Don't fall for their cute faces, these two are on the NAUGHTY list....again!!

While we were away they opened a gate and played in the barn for 3 hours! To them, they spent the day at the "buffet". They ate all the hay they wanted and got to pick the different flavors. They also decided to "rearrange" the barn and leave a lot of "presents" 💩💩💩.

Unfortunately, the cows have outsmarted us again.
Humans = 0
Cows =1