In the winter of 2007, we couldn’t possibly have known that an aging, nearly-blind horse who came down our driveway at Catskill Animal Sanctuary would change our lives forever. But he did, and 15 years later, we’ve just said goodbye. Our hearts are simultaneously heavy, relieved for an animal who was finally ready to move … Read more
“He was magnificent.” These are the words we’re hearing this week as we share the news of the sudden death of beloved Amos the steer, our grilled cheese gourmand, wedding “officiant,” and most importantly, giver of one million kisses.* Amos died unexpectedly on Saturday afternoon, surrounded by many who loved him, including his pasture mate … Read more
It feels ironic that as the number of sanctuaries worldwide explodes, so, too, does the criticism of sanctuaries by prominent players within the animal rights movement. This is largely due to the rising influence of a philosophy known as Effective Altruism, which urges people to give generously to charity, but also to ensure that their … Read more
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