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Sanctuary Life
Peek behind the barn doors, read stories of healing, love and compassion


A Sanctuary for the Wild, the Wounded, and the Worthy
The work we do here is part rescue, part ritual. It's feeding the forgotten. Holding the unwanted. Making space for sorrow and joy. At...
Katherine Fossler
2 min read


🐷 Gus Gus & Marlboro: From Fragile Beginnings to Full-Bellied Joy
It’s hard to believe that just three months ago, Gus Gus and Marlboro were orphaned newborn piglets—barely days old, fragile, and...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


Warren the Warrior: Always on Duty
If you’ve ever had the honor of meeting Warren the Warrior Steer, you know: he takes his role as guardian of the pasture seriously. He's...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


Willy’s World: Growing Up with Zoomies, Aunties, and a Whole Lot of Love
It’s been just over a month since baby Willy wobbled into the world—hooves first, wide-eyed, and full of promise. And oh, how he’s grown....
Katherine Fossler
2 min read


Meet Nick: A Tiny Fighter with a Shattered Start
At just eight weeks old, Nick should be learning to pounce on blades of grass, nap in sunbeams, and playfully chase the flick of a tail....
Katherine Fossler
2 min read


Welcome to the World, Willy! 🐮💕
There’s a brand-new heartbeat at the sanctuary, and it belongs to someone very small, very special, and very wiggly. Meet Willy, our...
Katherine Fossler
2 min read


🌙 Cat Chronicles: A Day in the Life of Our Feline Family
Life in the cat colony is anything but boring. The day starts early—usually with a scuffle over the warmest hay pile or an unprovoked...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


Marlboro & Gus Gus: From Fragile Beginnings to a Future Full of Promise
At just 7½ weeks old, Marlboro and Gus Gus already have a story that speaks volumes about resilience, love, and the power of community....
Katherine Fossler
2 min read


🐄🐖 Brotherhood in the Barnyard: Steers, Hogs & the Power of Sibling Love
At Pleasant Pasture, family isn’t defined by DNA—it’s defined by heart. But when you do happen to share a bloodline with your barn...
Katherine Fossler
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🐱 The Cat Colony That Chose Each Other
The Cat Colony That Chose Each Other: Lessons in Love Without Bloodlines If you think family has to look alike, think again. At Pleasant...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


Honoring the Bond: one woman's mission of love, compassion & comfort
NOTE: reflection off glass skews image. There is an image with no glass below and from the side At Pleasant Pasture, we are constantly...
Katherine Fossler
2 min read


🐔💕 A Tale of Three Brave Hens 💕🐔
In just two days, we received requests to rehome three hens —all from different homes, yet all facing the same heartbreaking challenge....
Katherine Fossler
1 min read
The Unbreakable Spirit of Our Cat Colony
In the quiet corners of Pleasant Pasture, beyond the rolling hills and wildflowers, exists a world of resilience and second chances—our...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


The Comforts of Sanctuary
Finding Peace in Small Moments There’s something magical about the simple comforts of life—watching the sun rise, inhaling the fresh...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


Be One of Warren's Warriors
Warrior 'Ella' Warren has inspired us to dream bigger for Pleasant Pasture. By becoming one of Warren’s Warriors , you’re directly...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


Why We Choose to Share Stories of Light
Stories of hope, light and love At Pleasant Pasture, we know rescue work is filled with both heartbreak and hope. We witness suffering,...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


Why Warren Inspires Us
Oh those horns - learn more here ! And did you know that Warren was a "warrior-in-the-training" before he came to the Sanctuary! Read...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


Introducing Warren: Pleasant Pasture’s Brand Ambassador
Warren's Origin Story At Pleasant Pasture Animal Sanctuary, every animal has a story, but Warren the Warrior is truly one of a kind. With...
Katherine Fossler
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A Year of Compassion: Our 2024 Impact
In 2024, Pleasant Pasture inspired hope and kindness for both animals and families, fostering enduring change through love and...
Katherine Fossler
1 min read


In Loving Memory of Butch: A Gentle Soul Gone Too Soon
Cherishing the memory of Butch, 2021-2024: a loyal and beloved companion. In 2024, our hearts were broken as we said goodbye to Butch,...
Katherine Fossler
2 min read
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