Sanctuary Life

Learn more about life at Pleasant Pasture and take a peak behind the scenes at what happens daily to provide care and love for our friends.

Katherine Fossler

Jan 4
1 min

HOW many layers???

Does 10 degrees below 0 feel different than 23 degrees below 0? I don't know. The Sanctuary animals need to be fed, watered and loved on...

Katherine Fossler

Dec 30, 2021
1 min

Powerful donations

In 2021 we had to say 'no' to 78 distraught, desperate people that needed to find homes for their beloved animals. We said 'no' because...

Katherine Fossler

Dec 28, 2021
1 min

2021 Brags

2021 has been challenging in many ways, for so many, and it brings us joy when we hear how the Sanctuary has lifted spirits, incited...

Katherine Fossler

Dec 22, 2021
1 min

Can Cats Survive Winter Outside?

Many of us have seen cats outside in the winter and felt pangs of compassion for them. It was such a relief for me to know that cats CAN...

Katherine Fossler

Dec 14, 2021
1 min

Give the ultimate gift

Why will your Animal Lover think your monthly sponsorship gift is THE BEST GIFT EVER and you are the most thoughtful gift giver ever...

Katherine Fossler

Nov 30, 2021
1 min

1 in the net, 2 to go!

Today is Giving Tuesday 2021 and we want to score a Hat Trick for the animals. We have 3 goals, and #1 thanks to Walter, is IN THE NET!...

Katherine Fossler

Nov 24, 2021
1 min

Warren the Warrior Steer

Before I can tell you about Warren, I need to share the story of his twin sisters, Henrietta and Carol. These two sweet Scottish Highland...

Katherine Fossler

Nov 18, 2021
1 min

Bath Bombs for the animals!

At last month's farm tour we mentioned that our cat colony has tripled in size since last winter, and that for everyone to stay warm, we...

Katherine Fossler

Nov 16, 2021
1 min

Let's get a Hat Trick!

Giving Tuesday is 2 weeks from today on 11/30. Following Black Friday, Shop Small Saturday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is when...

Katherine Fossler

Nov 13, 2021
1 min

2 1/2 years & 500 pounds later.....

Oh how pigs can grow! These 6 siblings came to the Sanctuary after their momma died. The farmer didn't have the resources to care for...

Katherine Fossler

Nov 10, 2021
1 min

Do you know about : Cloven Hooves

A cloven hoof is a hoof which is split into two distinct segments. The shape of a cloven hoof involves two toes which are clearly split...

Katherine Fossler

Nov 2, 2021
1 min

Honor your faithful animal companion waiting for you on the Rainbow Bridge

We know we will live longer than they will, but the loss of a beloved animal companion is heart wrenching and devastating. The love of...

Katherine Fossler

Nov 1, 2021
1 min

The softer side of Farmer Terry

Farmer Terry, rough and gruff - the man our animals see every morning and night, day in and day out, nice weather / nasty weather - he is...

Katherine Fossler

Oct 31, 2021
1 min

Winter IS coming-keeping the animals safe, warm & comfy

There is definitely a chill in the morning air these days. The pigs and cattle are totally enjoying the fall weather - this is their...

Katherine Fossler

Oct 26, 2021
1 min

You can make a BIG difference for animals!

Every month I donate to 3 charities that are doing work I believe in. Every month I am excited and feel really good sending them money...