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Rescue Story
Lemondrop, Cottonball, and Friends: 41 Chickens Rescued From Two NYC Crises
It was a Saturday in New York City and two separate but urgent situations were each unfolding: In one part of the city, rescuers were caring for chickens freed from a common religious ritual sacrifice. Farm Sanctuary, i…
It was a Saturday in New York City and two separate but urgent situations were each unfolding: In one part of the city, rescuers were caring for chickens freed from a common religious ritual sacrifice. Farm Sanctuary, in collaboration with local activists, had already planned to take in a few birds rescued from this first case. That same day, though, other people discovered birds who’d fallen from a truck bound for a Brooklyn slaughterhouse. By the end of the day, we’d be arranging to help 41 chickens in need.
It was a Saturday in New York City and two separate but urgent situations were each unfolding: In one part of the city, rescuers were caring for chickens freed from a common religious ritual sacrifice. Farm Sanctuary, in collaboration with local activists, had already planned to take in a few birds rescued from this first case. That same day, though, other people discovered birds who’d fallen from a truck bound for a Brooklyn slaughterhouse. By the end of the day, we’d be arranging to help 41 chickens in need.

March 15, 2022

News & Lifestyle
Considering Backyard Chickens? Ask These 5 Important Questions First
The backyard chicken industry is not an alternative to factory farming: it’s part of it. When you buy chicks online, from catalogs, or at feed stores, you’re supporting the very same types of facilities that supply l…
The backyard chicken industry is not an alternative to factory farming: it’s part of it. When you buy chicks online, from catalogs, or at feed stores, you’re supporting the very same types of facilities that supply large egg producers.
The backyard chicken industry is not an alternative to factory farming: it’s part of it. When you buy chicks online, from catalogs, or at feed stores, you’re supporting the very same types of facilities that supply large egg producers.

March 10, 2022

Rescue Story
From Feed Store to Chicken Spa: Vector's Journey
Vector was born with a severe cross beak (her beak overlaps like scissors, instead of aligning at the tips). This makes it hard for her to eat solid foods; she just can’t get a grip due to the unnatural angle. Through …
Vector was born with a severe cross beak (her beak overlaps like scissors, instead of aligning at the tips). This makes it hard for her to eat solid foods; she just can’t get a grip due to the unnatural angle. Through experience treating similar cases, we felt that Vector could thrive.
Vector was born with a severe cross beak (her beak overlaps like scissors, instead of aligning at the tips). This makes it hard for her to eat solid foods; she just can’t get a grip due to the unnatural angle. Through experience treating similar cases, we felt that Vector could thrive.

December 29, 2021

Rescue Rescue Story
Chickens Rescued from Tornado Wreckage Find Safety at Farm Sanctuary
It's not often that a natural disaster can be viewed as a lifesaver, but for 17 lucky chickens, a deadly tornado that tore through a Georgia factory farm in September 2020 ultimately spared them from cruel treatment, ter…
It's not often that a natural disaster can be viewed as a lifesaver, but for 17 lucky chickens, a deadly tornado that tore through a Georgia factory farm in September 2020 ultimately spared them from cruel treatment, terrible conditions, and eventual slaughter.
It's not often that a natural disaster can be viewed as a lifesaver, but for 17 lucky chickens, a deadly tornado that tore through a Georgia factory farm in September 2020 ultimately spared them from cruel treatment, terrible conditions, and eventual slaughter.

December 22, 2021

News & Lifestyle
Every Day Is Galentine’s Day for These Two Adorable Chickens
Bella and Vector—two sweet hens born with cross beaks—are #BetterTogether.
Bella and Vector—two sweet hens born with cross beaks—are #BetterTogether.
Bella and Vector—two sweet hens born with cross beaks—are #BetterTogether.

February 10, 2021

Rescue Rescue Story
Tilly and Nilly: Adorable Rescued Chicks Find Friendship at Farm Sanctuary
Tilly and Nilly—two young Cornish Cross chicks who likely survived the same chicken farm—are just about as similar as their rhyming names.
Tilly and Nilly—two young Cornish Cross chicks who likely survived the same chicken farm—are just about as similar as their rhyming names.
Tilly and Nilly—two young Cornish Cross chicks who likely survived the same chicken farm—are just about as similar as their rhyming names.

November 20, 2020

Public Health Rescue Story
Report Reveals Alarming Rise in Bird Flu, Warns Against Factory Farming’s “Indiscriminate Use” of Antibiotics
A first-of-its-kind report from the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) shows a staggering rise in bird flu outbreaks in mammals and that zoonotic diseases are spreading to new regions.
A first-of-its-kind report from the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) shows a staggering rise in bird flu outbreaks in mammals and that zoonotic diseases are spreading to new regions.
A first-of-its-kind report from the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) shows a staggering rise in bird flu outbreaks in mammals and that zoonotic diseases are spreading to new regions.

June 2, 2025

Rescue Rescue Story
The Latest on Bird Flu and How Factory Farms Are Putting Us at Risk
This highly pathogenic disease has presented a growing “state of emergency” since 2022, as factory farming has exacerbated bird flu’s spread.
This highly pathogenic disease has presented a growing “state of emergency” since 2022, as factory farming has exacerbated bird flu’s spread.
This highly pathogenic disease has presented a growing “state of emergency” since 2022, as factory farming has exacerbated bird flu’s spread.

January 17, 2025

Factory Farming News & Lifestyle
In Memory of Our Friend, Frank Steer
Frank ran for his life, and then he inspired compassion for farm animals everywhere. At Farm Sanctuary, his memory lives on.
Frank ran for his life, and then he inspired compassion for farm animals everywhere. At Farm Sanctuary, his memory lives on.
Frank ran for his life, and then he inspired compassion for farm animals everywhere. At Farm Sanctuary, his memory lives on.

June 25, 2025

Factory Farming News & Lifestyle
The People of Central Oregon Don’t Want a New Factory Farm
A new mega-dairy, Columbia River Ranch, is being proposed in Central Oregon. We need your help to stop this factory farm before it’s built!
A new mega-dairy, Columbia River Ranch, is being proposed in Central Oregon. We need your help to stop this factory farm before it’s built!
A new mega-dairy, Columbia River Ranch, is being proposed in Central Oregon. We need your help to stop this factory farm before it’s built!

June 17, 2025

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