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Hog Pile!
This is a photo of all 6 hogs (that is over 3,500 POUNDS of piggies!) in their house at the same time. Three years ago Farmer Terry built...
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Sanctuary Life
Peek behind the barn doors, read stories of healing, love and compassion
Katherine Fossler
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Priceless Volunteers
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?” – Martin Luther King, Jr. At Pleasant Pasture we are...
Katherine Fossler
- 1 min
Can cats survive outside in the winter?
Many of us have seen cats outside in the snow and cold, and felt pangs of compassion for them. It was such a relief for me to know that...
Katherine Fossler
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What is Doe-on-the-go anyways?
Doe-on-the-go, aka Widow's Weekend is the opening of deer hunting season, and falls on Saturday November 19th. More important - it is the...
Katherine Fossler
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The power of your Name
Every animal resident at the Sanctuary has a unique, fitting name. Handsome Karl Barley the Drunken Pig Large in Charge Marge Moo Puppy...
Katherine Fossler
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BIG Spidey!
Spiders arouse more curiosity for me than fear. For Farmer Terry it is total fear around the little guys. Did I say little? Oh no, not...
Katherine Fossler
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What IS a Twilight Walk?
This annual event occurs on the Autumnal Equinox, Sept. 23rd and is a celebration of community, nature and connectedness - featuring...
Katherine Fossler
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Wild Things
A few days ago the entire cattle herd was watching something in the woods just beyond the pasture, something I could not see. I waited...
Katherine Fossler
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Bodacious Mr. Buttons
Buttons is celebrating his 4th month at the Sanctuary. He was never shy - especially when it involved treats, but lately we are noticing...
Katherine Fossler
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Bad Omen?
Scottish Highland Heifers Carol and Henrietta are twins. Does ancient superstition underlie the REAL reason they were surrendered to the...
Katherine Fossler
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Longest Horns EVER
Warren the Warrior Steer has long horns. When he first came to the Sanctuary 4 years ago, each horn was 8 inches. Now they are nearing...
Katherine Fossler
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Have you found a kindness stone?
In a South Dakota campground I found a beautifully painted stone, lovingly placed in the grass by a fence post. What a delightful...
Katherine Fossler
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Spirit & Animals
Take the Spirit Animal Quiz Watching the herd peacefully graze has a profound calming effect on me. Even just picturing it in my mind...
Katherine Fossler
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The REAL Mr. Buttons
You know how it is when you are just getting to know someone. You are both cautious about what you reveal, and bit by bit as you feel...
Katherine Fossler
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Yoga for ALL?
I love yoga, and I thought it was only for adults. I had not heard of Children's Yoga or Family Yoga...until I met Erica, owner of Boho...
Katherine Fossler
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Do animal siblings care about each other?
TWO articles that are absolutely fascinating: 5 animals that are besties with their siblings Pets, not siblings are child's best friends...
Katherine Fossler
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Buster's Story: an update
Warning: tough one to read - This little piggy has been doing some deep healing since he arrived at the Sanctuary 9 months ago. Buster...
Katherine Fossler
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Conversation with an Intuitive Channeler
Ann Trehan, an Intuitive Channeler will be part of our June 21st Summer Solstice Ceremony. Ann shared: "I am here to create and to...
Katherine Fossler
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What is a Drum Journey Circle?
On the longest day of 2022, Tuesday June 21st, we are honoring sacred nature with a Summer Solstice Celebration at the Sanctuary. ...
Katherine Fossler
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WHAT is that smell?
Poop, scat, #2, manure and more! Did you know there are different styles of pooing? The cattle are poo-on-the-go types. They 'go' when...
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