Rescue Stories

Hundreds of millions of sheep are farmed each year, but how much do you know about these intelligent and social animals?

Visitors are often surprised at the peaceful and pensive nature of cows when they meet some of the gentle giants who call Farm Sanctuary home.

Sometimes, just one act of compassion from a kind young heart can save a life—or three!

Born in a slaughterhouse, Indigo calf defied the odds. Now, be part of her story.

Happy pig was once lonely. Now, she's surrounded by love.

Road trip! If you want a memorable experience, consider a day at Farm Sanctuary!

Olive cow was terrified of humans, but being surrounded by our caregivers' patience, empathy, and love has changed everything.

This turkey was saved just before Thanksgiving. Now, she's hopping through the snow without a care in the world.

Cashew is living proof that the bonds between farmed animals and humans can change hearts and minds—and save lives.

This highly pathogenic disease has presented a growing “state of emergency” since 2022, as factory farming has exacerbated bird flu’s spread.