An Open Letter From Catskill Animal Sanctuary: We’re Seeing Climate Change At Home
At Catskill Animal Sanctuary, we’ve been deeply connected to the 150 acres that comprise our home for the past 21 years: warm pastures where contented cows sunbathe, ponds where ducks …
Sanctuary Update: Preventing HPAI H5 (Highly Pathogenic Avian Flu)
Unfortunately, as you may have heard on the news, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5) has reached our region of New York. At this point in time, we know this …
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Rescue Alert: Twins For Twosday!
On February 22nd, the team at Catskill Animal Sanctuary welcomed home three sets of twins — and two mamas. It was one of the busiest rescue days we’ve had at …
4 Reasons Why You Should Sponsor A Turkey For Thanksgiving
Turkeys know their names, recognize their friends, and will run with excitement to their favorite people. Turkeys are love on two legs. Their amazing capacity to express warmth and compassion …
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Earth Day 2021: Connecting & Taking Action
It’s been 51 years since the first celebration of Earth Day. We’ve had 51 opportunities — and more — to contemplate our relationship with the planet. We’ve seen what has been …
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Opening Postponed— But We’ll Keep You Updated!
We know you’re as eager as Sister Mary Frances to gather around our Tours sign and visit the animals! When we made our decision to postpone our visiting season, we …
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72 Hours of Baby Goats: Chaos, Cuteness, and Hard Choices
In October 2015, we rescued 27 goats from horrendous conditions, in the case known as the “backyard butcher.” Among those sick, fragile rescues were Leah, Vanna, and Jacqueline. As these …
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“Adopt” A Sanctuary Turkey For A Day Or Sponsor For A Year
Adopt For The Day For a one time donation of $40 (to adopt an individual turkey) or $300 (adopt the flock!) you’ll receive: A photo of your new …
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A Downed Cow And A Determined Team: We Are Stronger Together.
A Glimpse of Sanctuary Life From Animal Care Director Kelly Mullins: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller “Sanctuary time” isn’t like …
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The Sanctuary Will Be Closed On Saturday November 2nd For Gobble & Groove Preparations! (Plus New Hours, Upcoming Events, And More!)
As the weekend of Gobble & Groove draws closer, we’re all in high gear to prepare for our annual fall celebration: The chefs are testing and perfecting their chili, cornbread, …
