Dear John,

A mother should never know the loss of a child.

However, in animal agriculture, moms are forced to endure the unthinkable. Raised on a farm for meat and dairy, Honey cow’s babies were most likely taken from her and slaughtered — only in each other’s company for moments.

While trapped in this reality, Honey bonded with her adoptive son Lux who helped her through the trauma. And when the farmer had a change of heart, Farm Sanctuary stepped in to give the bonded family a peaceful life, free from harm. At our New York sanctuary, they received the time, tenderness, and treatment needed to heal and thrive.

Today, this magnificent mom nurtures her child — the first she could ever raise — in a protected space. Grooming each other, an essential mother-child activity, is one of their favorite ways to spend time together. At 23 years old, Honey is enjoying a love-filled retirement with her family by her side.

This Mother’s Day, honor your mom or mother figures with a gift that creates new beginnings like theirs. With a one-time $35 gift, symbolically adopt Honey and Lux and share the promise of sanctuary with others.

Adopt this beautiful family!

In gratitude, we’ll send you a digital adoption certificate featuring Honey and her chosen son Lux. Print this card for yourself or email it to someone you love. It’s a heartfelt way to help us care for those who need sanctuary the most.

Please join us in honoring all families this Mother’s Day. Adopt Honey and Lux today!

Thank you for helping us fulfill the promise of sanctuary. Together, we can help open hearts to farm animals’ loving bonds and allow more families to grow old — together.

Love,

Farm Sanctuary