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No, Pigs Aren't Dirty

August 29, 2024

No, Pigs Aren't Dirty

August 29, 2024 Share

Learn More About Pigs

Pigs are so much more complex than many of us give them credit for. They show empathy for others, have a sense of time, can anticipate future happenings, and recognize the faces of other individuals—both pigs and humans!

In this informative white paper from The Someone Project, learn more about the complex lives of pigs: Thinking Pigs: Cognition, Emotion, and Personality.

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1 year ago

Growing Up at Farm Sanctuary: What Life Should Look Like for Farm Animals

August 19, 2024

August 19, 2024 Share

Create Change for Farm Animals

We know we can’t save every individual from animal agriculture, but with the help of our supporters, Farm Sanctuary rescues and transforms the lives of as many farm animals as possible while advocating for change for those still suffering.

Life is like a dream for those animals who have grown up in our care, but their experience should be the reality for all. Every farm animal should live free from cruelty and neglect. Help us keep working toward that goal.

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1 year ago

Hoedown 2024: Farm Sanctuary’s Most Beloved Celebration Returns

August 27, 2024

Brian Ortiz

August 27, 2024

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Guests with Ted steer at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Brian Ortiz

Guests pet Joel sheep at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Brian Ortiz

Guests take photo with Maggie goat at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Brian Ortiz

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Inspiring Speakers

Speakers Jo-Anne McArthur and Gene Baur at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Speaker Jo-Anne McArthur, We Animals Media, with Gene Baur. Photo: Brian Ortiz.

Gene Baur speaking at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Speaker Gene Baur, Farm Sanctuary. Photo: Sam Goldstein.

Speaker Vanessa Shakib at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Speaker Vanessa Shakib, Advancing Law for Animals. Photo: Sam Goldstein.

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Delicious Vegan Food

Vegan food at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Brian Ortiz

Vegan meatballs at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Brian Ortiz

Plate of vegan sandwich, salad, and cookie at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Sam Goldstein

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Hoedown 2024

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Guests with rainbow umbrellas at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Brian Ortiz

Farm Sanctuary’s Kate Frangos with volunteer and supporter Sarah Lyu. Photo: Sam Goldstein.

Speaker Vanessa Shakib, Advancing Law for Animals, at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Speaker Vanessa Shakib, Advancing Law for Animals. Photo: Brian Ortiz.

Speaker Molly Elwood, Elwood Dog Meat, at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Speaker Molly Elwood, Elwood Dog Meat. Photo: Brian Ortiz.

Speaker Nate Salpeter, Sweet Farm Foundation, at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Speaker Nate Salpeter, Sweet Farm Foundation. Photo: Sam Goldstein.

Goat enjoys apple and guests talk at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Sam Goldstein

Speaker Jake Yapp, writer, broadcaster, & comedian, at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Speaker Jake Yapp, writer, broadcaster, & comedian. Photo: Brian Ortiz.

Volunteers Karen and Jon shake hands at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Volunteers Karen & Jon. Photo: Brian Ortiz.

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More Hoedown Fun

Guests sit outside and talk at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Brian Ortiz

Staff at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Sam Goldstein

Farm Sanctuary’s Ardyn Cieslak, Jenna Holakovsky, Emily Grizzell, and Ashley Pankratz speaking at Hoedown 2024 event

Farm Sanctuary’s Ardyn Cieslak, Jenna Holakovsky, Emily Grizzell, and Ashley Pankratz. Photo: Sam Goldstein.

Volunteers Mio and Alex dance at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 evnet

Volunteers Mio & Alex. Photo: Brian Ortiz.

A family at Farm Sanctuary's Hoedown 2024 event

Brian Ortiz

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1 year ago

Sanctuary Questions: How Do We Keep Farm Animals Cool in Heat Waves?

July 25, 2024

July 25, 2024 Share

About Us

Caregiver kisses the face of a large white steer in sanctuary pasture

Greg steer & Sarah Rappleye, Animal Wellness Manager

Farm Sanctuary was founded in 1986 to combat factory farming and transform our food system for animals, people, and the planet. Our sanctuaries in New York and California welcome visitors for guided tours. You can even book a stay in one of our tiny houses or cabins in Watkins Glen. Plan a visit soon!

Greg steer & Sarah Rappleye, Animal Wellness Manager

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<h2>Transportation with Compassion</h2>
In our rescue work, we sometimes need to transport animals, too. However, we bring animals to places of safety—never slaughter. Besides transporting animals safely to our New York and California sanctuaries, we have brought animals to trusted homes across the U.S. through our Farm Animal Adoption Network. 
“There is no school of rescue,” says Mario Ramirez, Farm Sanctuary’s Director of Sanctuary Environment & Transport. Every rescue and every animal is different, he says, but there are some things we can always do to make transportation as stress-free as possible.
Below, Mario shares some of the ways that we transport with compassion:
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<li>Check weather conditions as far in advance as possible so we can plan alternate dates as needed</li>
<li>Get animals cleared as fit for transport by a veterinarian, and if they’re not, assess and plan for higher-risk transport</li>
<li>Inspect the truck and equipment pre-transport</li>
<li>Fill trailer with fresh bedding pre-trip and post-trip, disinfect trailer completely</li>
<li>When ready to go, “load” animals last to minimize their time in a trailer</li>
<li>Don’t overcrowd a trailer to avoid stress, injury, and overheating</li>
<li>Provide access to food and water during travel</li>
<li>Drive gently, not accelerating or braking quickly</li>
<li>Stop every 3-4 hours so we can switch drivers, check on animals, and top off water</li>
<li>Always bring a med kit and have someone on call for veterinary care</li>
<li>Bring corral panels in case the vehicle breaks down and we need to build a “barn” on the spot</li>
<li>In cold weather, provide extra bedding and close all vents</li>
<li>Avoid extreme heat transports, except <a href="https://www.farmsanctuary.org/news-stories/oklahoma-cows-dozens-rescued-after-farmers-change-of-heart/">when necessary</a></li>
<li>In hot weather, avoid peak heat hours, open all vents, keep fans running, provide ice water, make minimal stops, and only park in the shade</li>
<li>Shut off the engine while parked to avoid fumes</li>
<li>Keep a thermometer that we can check from the front of the truck</li>
<li>Know animal behavior and signs of stress or overheating</li>
<li>Plan overnight stays at other sanctuaries if needed</li>
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<h2>Take Action</h2>
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Please speak up for farmed animals today. Use <a href="https://secure.farmsanctuary.org/action/humane-transport-act">our handy form</a> to urge your elected officials to support the Humane Transport of Farmed Animals Act.
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