Each spring, classrooms across the country buzz with excitement as incubators are wheeled in and students crowd around, eagerly anticipating the peep of a newborn chick. At first glance, these hatching projects appear to be sweet, educational experiences: a chance to observe the miracle of life up close. But behind the cuteness lies a disturbing … Read more
As spring blooms into summer here in the Hudson Valley, the messages have already started — unwanted roosters need homes by the dozen. At Catskill Animal Sanctuary, we are no strangers to this heartbreaking reality. Each year, well-intentioned individuals find themselves with roosters they never intended to have. The birds are often offered to us … Read more
We recently came across a thought-provoking article on Vox titled “Undercover audio of a Tyson employee reveals “free-range” chicken is meaningless”. As an organization deeply committed to protecting the lives of farmed animals, we felt compelled to address this investigation and to share our perspective on deceptive labeling within the food industry. The investigation conducted … Read more
In a year marked by challenges and adversity, it is more important than ever to come together as a community and create safe spaces where everyone can find solace, joy, and support. At Catskill Animal Sanctuary, we are thrilled to announce our first ever Pride Day, a special event dedicated to celebrating our LGBTQIA friends … Read more
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 the Sanctuary in a long time. First thing on Tuesday morning, we welcomed twin newborn calves, rescued from a dairy farm — and an hour … Read more
Attention animal lovers! Are you looking for the perfect gift that gives back or a gift for a special vegan in your life? Look no further—you’re going to love this roundup of 10 perfect gift ideas! Plus, every time you make a purchase in our online store or with one of our partners, the proceeds … Read more
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 blows people away— we see it all the time! Just like any other animal, turkeys feel joy, pain, fear, and love. This is why we … Read more
We get this question a lot. And with idyllic images of hens exploring grassy fields plastered on egg cartons and in grocery stores, challenging that notion can be difficult. However, even the happiest hens in the world (yes, even the ones in cage-free farms or your neighbor’s backyard) will suffer unnecessarily from egg production. It … Read more
At Catskill Animal Sanctuary, we often say that the animals are our teachers, and over the past 20 years, we’ve learned a lot from them. Even better, we’ve watched as thousands upon thousands of visitors have their “Aha!” moment as a chicken like Travis falls asleep in their arms, as a turkey like Imogen purrs … Read more
Michael. Our people-loving, heart-opening, sassy-girl turkey. She passed quickly and unexpectedly in her sleep after a day filled with her favorite things: roaming the Sanctuary, stealing snacks, getting hugs from her humans, doing her dinosaur run, and monopolizing the fan. Words cannot capture the scope of our grief. “Mikey” liberated herself at an early age, … Read more
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