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What is a Sanctuary?
The dictionary definition is: a place of refuge or safety. Last week I was asked an interesting question: "do the cattle know how lucky...
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Sanctuary Life
Peek behind the barn doors, read stories of healing, love and compassion
Katherine Fossler
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LOVE: Handsome Karl & Moo Puppy
These are the lucky ones - rescued 4 years ago. Moo Puppy and Handsome Karl are ALWAYS close to each other, sharing a strong brotherly...
Katherine Fossler
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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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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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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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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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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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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...
Katherine Fossler
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You can SEE the grass grow!
Twin sisters Henrietta and Carol LOVE fresh grass clippings. The cattle are SO happy there is finally green grass to eat! They are...
Katherine Fossler
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Children + Animals = MAGIC
Pre-school Farm Tours start this week. Some of my favorite moments include a child looking into the beautiful, sensitive eyes of a hog;...
Katherine Fossler
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YOU need a farm tour!
Farm tours are for everyone! Families, individuals, children, babies, adults. We hear great feedback from everyone (except the babies...
Katherine Fossler
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We can't help them all, but we can help him!
On our way to see Buttons, Farmer Terry kept saying - 'we don't have room for another steer'. After seeing the sad and unsafe conditions...
Katherine Fossler
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Let's celebrate spring!
ALL the creatures at Pleasant Pasture have spring fever, including the humans! The wild creatures at the Sanctuary are so beautifully...
Katherine Fossler
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Cats, Cats, Cats & MORE Cats
Update: Sanctuary Cat Colony. Everyone endured the long winter and are feeling frisky in the spring air and sunshine! We've unplugged the...
Katherine Fossler
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Let the animals talk!
Have you ever wished you could communicate with your pets? Animals have secret lives, thoughts, feelings and wisdom. They know things we...
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