Starlit and Wildfire
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These majestic animals came from a kill pen in Oklahoma. Starlit was a 7 year old mini with a difficult past, together with her 6 week old colt Wildfire, they were sent to a kill pen because no one wanted them. We can only imagine the horrors they experienced there. With patience and a calm environment, we are working with them daily to undo the psychological trauma they have suffered. Starlit is trusting more each day and no longer has terror in her eyes. Wildfire is growing into a very handsome and friendly yearling.
We suspected Starlit might be pregnant when she arrived last summer and sure enough she was! It's tragic to know that these 3 would have been slaughtered for meat had they not been rescued. Over 100,000 horses from kill pens are slaughtered each year simply because no one wants them.
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Dinkey
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Dinkey is a potbelly pig who lost her home to the Saddle Ridge fire. Thank you to the Rescue Train in Van Nuys, CA who typically rescue companion animals. They met Dinkey and learned she was going to be euthanized. Together, we gave Dinkey a second chance. She arrived scared, tired, upset, fat blind, in pain, sunburned, and extremely overweight. Dinkey is now getting the proper diet and has already lost about 90 pounds! She is comfortable in her new home and enjoys getting tummy rubs and burrowing under her blankets. We apply sunscreen to her sensitive skin every day. As the weight comes off we look forward to her moving around more comfortably and living a long healthy life.
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Sponsor Dinkey
Dinkey needs surgery to be able to see again. The surgery can only be done at U.C. Davis. Dinkey also needs help with medication for her arthritis pain. If you would like to help Dinkey see again please click "Donate" at the bottom of this page and specify Dinkey.
Indira and Zion
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Hazel and Izzy
Hazel
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Izzy
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Miniature donkeys that have a lot to say! These two are vigilant to the goings on at the ranch and bray to us in greeting each day. They didn't have much human contact in their past and were extremely overweight. Now they can't wait to get brushed or receive a little scratch on the behind. They have learned to use a halter and lead and ask for walks around the property every afternoon. Izzy is subdued and sweet while Hazel is more particular. We are amazed at how gentle and calm they are.
Lennon and Taylor
Our year old Nubian goat brothers are very friendly. Lennon is quite curious and good-natured. He rushes up to get scratches on the head and even "purrs" when we brush him! Taylor is a little on the shy side, but he's been rushing to us for pets more frequently. We don't mind if he's shy, at Greener Pastures we give all our animals the space to be just who they are.
Juliet and Lennon
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Lennon and twin brother Taylor
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Juliet
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Juliet is a gentle spirit. She is half sister to Lennon and Taylor. Calm and friendly, her sweet presence is reassuring to her young brothers who look up to her. It's entirely possible that she is the sweetest goat ever! She is known to gaze lovingly into our eyes and to doze while getting brushed. We are thrilled to have Juliet at Greener Pastures.
Emmett
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Emmet was a lonely 5 year old Alpine goat who lost his only goat friend early in his life. When he came to us he was lethargic and bloated. After a few weeks on a healthy diet he began running around the pasture like a happy kid! He is the boss of the barnyard weighing in at nearly 200 lbs! Emmett is enjoying keeping a watchful eye on his new goat friends, exploring his large pasture.
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P. Diller
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This handsome Silky rooster was found abandoned on the street. He fit in with his new flock immediately and doesn't seem to mind that he's smaller than his new friends. P. Diller is a character, he has taken on the job of protecting his hen friends and constantly crowing proudly.
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Blanca, Ringo, and Sprinkles
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3 duck buddies that lost their home are now Greener Pastures residents. They had been kept on cement which had horrible consequences on their feet. They arrived with severe bacterial infections referred to as "Bumble foot". We sought medical treatment right away and received antibiotics to administer. Sprinkles suffered the most. He was very thin, limped terribly, and wasn't eating. Sprinkles had to be confined to a crate with layers of soft towels to stand on. His treatment included epsom salt foot soaks twice daily and pain medication. He is still being treated by a veterinarian and is slowly improving. |
Sponsor SprinklesSprinkles (Shown on the right during a foot soak) has had many costly medications and visits with the vet. If you would like to sponsor this sweet guy please click on the yellow "Donate" button at the bottom of this page and specify Sprinkles.
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Lovey
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Lovey Dovey was found injured outdoors. She was probably released with others at a wedding. After being taken to a rescue facility for medical care, they were going to euthanize her for not being a native species. Unable to be released in the wild, we took her in and found the perfect home for her. She is now quite happy flying in a large aviary with her new bird friends.
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Hannah-Pablo
Beautiful Hannah-Pablo was found starving on a city street. Most likely he was dropped off by those who didn't want him anymore, as is all too often the case. People want the experience of raising chicks, but don't consider what will happen if they end up with roosters. They almost always end up with roosters! The problem is that nobody wants roosters because they can be noisy and aggressive. Sadly, they are usually killed, released into the wild where they rarely survive, and sometimes even end up in the inhumane world of cock fighting. The solution- don't adopt chicks unless you are prepared to raise roosters too. Do your homework and learn all you can about caring for chickens before taking it on.
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Iliza and Carmen
Iliza
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Carmen
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These girls were rescued from the meat industry where they would have been slaughtered for their parts. When we first brought them home they were quite traumatized and wary of humans. They have adjusted nicely to freedom and now get to enjoy dust baths and foraging in their yard. The average life expectancy of a chicken is 7 years however, in the meat industry they are forced to gain weight quickly and are slaughtered at only 40 days old having never seen daylight.
Sheila
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A lovely hen with a funny personality! Sheila was without any chicken friends. She was also being chased by her family's new dog, Sheila's family made a compassionate choice and sought a home where she would be happy and safe. Sheila quickly adapted to Greener Pastures where she has lots of room to explore with new hen friends without the stress of being chased.
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Irene, Pearl, Valentine, and Daisy
Rescued from the egg-laying industry thanks to Happy Hen Animal Sanctuary http://www.chickenrescue.org, these girls now live with us and get to enjoy freedom, fresh air, sunshine and the occasional dust bath. Since being rescued, their personalities have blossomed from utter stress to the unique individuals they are. Unlike most battery cage hens, these hens have discovered their love of blueberry treats and foraging in the grass. Irene loves staying up late and hanging out with us on the patio. Daisy is all about food and likes to get bossy with the others. Valentine is an alarmist that looks out for the others safety, while Pearl is independent, likes to sleep in and always hits the hay early.
"Before"
The typical existence of an egg laying hen in a battery cage. They are called "battery" cages because the cramped cages are stacked up high, resembling batteries. The hens fight for space and food so factory farms sear their beak tips off to prevent injury. Additionally, these hens are often left in the dark to keep them subdued. The cages are never cleaned and the conditions are inhumane. |
"After"
Now these happy girls get to enjoy natural behaviors like basking in the sun, foraging, and taking dust baths. The solution to the cruelty of the egg and meat industries is to stop consuming eggs and chicken. A plant based lifestyle is proven healthier and more sustainable. You can rest easy knowing that you aren't contributing to the pain and suffering of other living beings. |
Irene has learned how to trust people.
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Pearl wandered into the house and found a unique roosting place. Later we found an egg in the closet!
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Henny and Bartles
Theirs is a bond formed tragically by witnessing their other bird friends being killed by wild animals. They are now with us in a safe enclosure with new duck and chicken friends. We give them lots of love and plenty of tasty treats! They have happily accepted their new home and we are so happy to have them in our flock! Henny is the matriarch of the coop strolling the grounds to survey what's going on. Bartles loves swimming in his pool and occasionally herds or breaks up kerfuffles amongst the chickens.
Gracie
Gracie was an Easter bunny that wasn't wanted when the holiday was over. Her destiny was to become food for another animal. We rescued Gracie and we've been in love ever since! We have never met a rabbit so calm, gentle, and affectionate. She loves getting banana treats and giving us kisses in thanks. We are so lucky to have her, she is the sweetest girl!
Ellie May
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Ellie was intentionally starved so she would hunt ground squirrels. When her owners were done with her they had plans to release her in a field far from home. We stepped in and now Ellie gets all the food and water she wants! She came to us emaciated and mistrusting. Now she is happy, relaxed, and loves being part of a family. She gets to sleep on a real bed and get the tummy rubs that make her purr with delight!
Sponsor Ellie MayEllie contracted a parasite from fleas that made her quit eating. Not eating affected her liver and Ellie has been very sick. We have had to feed her a special diet with a syringe 3x a day and give her 3 different medications. In addition, bloodwork and sonogram costs are extremely high. Her medical care is close to $1000. You can help Ellie! Click on the "Donate" button at the bottom of the page and specify Ellie May. Thank you!
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Mattie and Masala
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These handsome best friends were bought for Easter then left to fend for themselves. They were brought to us as ducklings and now get lots of love and a safe space to be themselves. They are constantly by one anothers side and will never be separated.
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Courtney, Tina, Ivy, and Monica
Meet our four beautiful Australorp hens. These gals were rescued from the egg laying industry where they were being starved because the rancher was done with them. They are more than a commodity, they have feelings and unique personalities. We enjoy watching them explore sunshine, dust baths, and freedom for the first time in their lives. A special thank you to Happy Hen Sanctuary for making the trip to Utah to bring these girls to freedom and safety.
https://www.happyhen.org
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Panda
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Panda's story began as a Future Farmers of America project in 2013, before Greener Pastures existed. When news hit that the 8 month old steer was doused in lighter fluid and lit on fire at a local school we were deeply saddened and outraged! It brought many people from the community together to help this gentle animal and ensure that the crime did not go unpunished. We attended court daily during sentencing wearing bright green shirts. Some of us reached out to sanctuaries in a desperate attempt to save Panda from going to the Mid State Fair where he would be sold for slaughter. A generous donor stepped up and bought Panda from his FFA child's family and Animal Place gave Panda his forever home. Thank you Marcy Christmas and Kim Sturla of Animal Place! True heroes.
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These are just a few rescues that had a happy ending.
Please donate today so we can continue to help animals in need.
Greener Pastures Farm Sanctuary
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 GreenerPasturesSanctuary@gmail.com
EIN 81-4222022