The Ultimate Sanctuary Showdown — The 4th Annual Goat Games Are Here!

It’s time to put on your virtual game face and join the fun as Catskill Animal Sanctuary proudly presents the 4th Annual Goat Games! Happening from August 7 to 13, this nationwide hybrid fundraising competition promises an action-packed week of fun, camaraderie, and compassion. Prepare to be swept up in the spirit of friendly competition … Read more

“Free For Flock Or Stew Pot”

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

Deceptive Labels — Don’t Buy It!

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

Uniting Hearts and Hooves: Celebrating Pride at Catskill Animal Sanctuary

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

From Heartbreak to Hope: Saving Mother Animals and Their Babies

Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the love and nurturing we receive from the special people in our lives. But this year at Catskill Animal Sanctuary, Mother’s Day feels even more poignant as we welcome our new sheep mothers and their babies, spending their first spring with us enveloped in love. Watching the lambs—who … Read more

From Henry to Millions: The Loss of Individuality in the Bird Flu Crisis

Recently, The New York Times published an opinion piece by David Quammen titled, “Why Dead Birds Are Falling From the Sky”, which highlighted the importance of addressing the current widespread outbreak and the dangers posed by avian influenza or bird flu (highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI). Mr. Quammen focused on the devastating impact of … Read more

The Elephant In The Room: Why We Must Eliminate Animal Products For A Sustainable Future

Every Earth Day, we reflect on the state of our planet and take action to protect it. Oftentimes, this takes shape in composting, recycling, limiting our electricity use and our dependence on fossil fuels. But at Catskill Animal Sanctuary, we know that one of the most significant steps we can take to help our planet … Read more

Surviving Winter, Embracing Spring: The Resilience of Catskill Animal Sanctuary’s Senior Animals

(Photo: Senior Horse Barclay led by Animal Care Team Leader, Gabby) Even when it’s unusually mild, winter is tough on old beings, no matter their species. At CAS, we do our utmost to help our elders through winter safely and comfortably, yet at the back of our minds, the question “Will they make it through … Read more

Sanctuary Update: Preventing HPAI H5N1 (Highly Pathogenic Avian Flu) & How We’re Continuing To Keep Our Bird Residents Safe Through Uncertainty

Updated March 31st, 2023 Unfortunately, as you may have seen on the news, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) has reached our region of New York. For over a year now, this incredibly dangerous influenza is continuing to impact not only populations of birds across the region, but all across our country and planet. Within … Read more

Grant Us the Courage

It is unusually mild on this late December morning as I stroll the grounds to spend some quiet time with our four-legged and feathered friends. Down equine alley, I call to Buddy the blind horse, who’s napping in his pasture. The old  man lifts his head at the sound of my voice, and walks confidently … Read more