The deep bonds between cows and their calves can last a lifetime—when they’re allowed to stay together. Cows are also protective mothers, known to bravely stand in the path of threats nearing their little ones. But these definitely aren’t the only reasons cows make such loving and nurturing moms. Let’s learn more about these gentle giants and guardians.
We know that all moms need a break, especially our rescued farm animal moms. That’s why, this Mother’s Day, we’re offering a “spa day” to Mia pig (mud bath), Evie sheep (back massage), and Liberty cow (blowout)! Your one-time $35 gift will benefit our rescue, education, and advocacy as we joyfully give three special moms the extra pampering they deserve!
Kayla Perry, our Sanctuary Animal Welfare Coordinator, believes rescuers must not only give farmed animals better lives than they had before (most likely, suffering on factory farms), but we must also give them the full lives they deserve! Read as Kayla explains why enrichment is essential to farm animal well-being and see our residents enjoying it.
A bright green pesto sauce is just the thing to brighten your spring day! Traditionally dairy-heavy, pesto can easily be made vegan while still offering all of the flavor you love thanks to basil and garlic—plus a sourdough baguette and savory roasted veggies. In just four simple steps, you can make this delicious panini and be ready to pack it up for a picnic.
Pigs are more intelligent and social than they’re given credit for! They know their names and respond to those they trust—including Dory pig, who we saved after a fall from a transport truck and brought to a forever home in our Farm Animal Adoption Network. Watch Dory come running when she hears her friend Luke Hess, our Content Producer, call her name.
Humane Education is vital to our work to change how farm animals are seen and treated. Through our Animals & Art program led by Ardyn Cieslak, a talented Oregon middle school class recently learned the inspiring stories of some of our rescued residents and told them through art. Enjoy their 10 beautiful portraits depicting farm animals as individuals.
Choosing vegan foods is the best way to reduce your diet’s environmental footprint. Bring our reusable logo utensils with you on the go, and you'll do even more for the planet while spreading the word about Farm Sanctuary. This bamboo set is made from recycled plastic bottles (with a 100% carbon offset) and includes a fork, knife, spoon, and chopsticks.
Farm Sanctuary fights the disastrous effects of animal agriculture on animals, the environment, social justice, and public health through rescue, education, and advocacy.
