Dan | Animal Rescue

Rescued two baby goats in 2018 #animalplanet #throwback #animalsoftiktok #puppy #babygoat

5 donkey facts that will blow your mind 😂! #throwback #widenthescreen #landscape #donkeys #equine #barnsanctuary #farmer #comedy

Sneaking a pig into a hotel room 😂 #animalsoftiktok #widenthescreen ##landscape #puppy #dog #mansbestfriend

The most beautiful pig Little Dude -#throwback #widenthescreen #landscape #farmer #animalsoftiktok #animalrescue

Traveled to #Minnesota in order to rescue a couple of Mangalica #piglets with a moving story. #widenthescreen #landscape

Have you ever seen a cow on the beach in Malibu before? #pets #widenthescreen #equine #mansbestfriend #dog

Hi Barn Fam, Dan here. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Whitney. Last week, we lost a special one, far too soon. Every loss is hard, some are especially hard to articulate. In her final moments, Whitney was surrounded by the staff, who are much more than that, they are her family. She came over to me and nuzzled my face with a depth of love and understanding that is hard to express but it is one I wish all people had the experience to understand. The world would be a far kinder and gentler place. Over the past few weeks, Whitney exhibited some worrying symptoms, lacking a clear diagnosis despite our efforts and numerous tests. A more detailed examination by our veterinarian revealed a large mass in her abdomen, indicating her body was extensively affected by cancer. In consultation with Michigan State University (MSU), we came to the difficult realization that the kindest action would be to alleviate her suffering. We chose to make her final hours as peaceful as possible, providing her with pain relief and steroids to ensure comfort until we could bid her farewell, allowing her and her companions one last night together. The moment of her passing was deeply moving, particularly for Joey and DJ, who visibly mourned the loss of their friend and the absence of her vibrant spirit. Whitney was nearly five years old, a life cut tragically short. Her story began when she, along with three other calves, was rescued from a grim fate by the Michigan Humane Society. Destined for another sanctuary, Whitney was too sick to travel and underwent extensive treatment at MSU. There was a time when her survival seemed unlikely, but she soon showed remarkable resilience, her spirited nature unmistakable as she energetically moved through the halls of MSU. The void left by her loss is immense, a sentiment that feels like an understatement. However, we find solace in remembering that her rescue granted her years filled with joy, love, compassion, dignity and care—a life far removed from the fate awaiting many of her kind. We love you Whitney. We are so lucky to have known you. With love, all of us at Barn Sanctuary

🚨 Urgent: We are engaged in a critical investigation and rescue effort. We've identified over 90 #farm #animals in desperate need of basic provisions like food and water. Among these, a significant number are pregnant, with one sheep on the verge of giving birth. This is a critical issue that we need to address right away. We're providing emergency feed, medical assistance, and investigative expertise. Just $8 from you can secure a bale of hay, crucial for the daily feeding of these animals. I'm asking for your help to ensure these animals receive the care they need. Help fund our investigation, rescue, and rehoming efforts. 🙏 As this is part of an ongoing investigation, we are restricted from sharing further details at the moment. We appreciate your understanding and your generosity in supporting these animals during their critical time of need.

🥳 Join us in celebrating Joey’s 5th Birthday! Joey’s unique challenges, including wry nose and a cleft palate, once threatened his health and wellbeing. To secure a future where he could breathe, eat, and drink without any complications, dedicated veterinarians from Cornell University performed a series of corrective surgeries. Read more about Joey and sponsor monthly at barnsanctuary.org #animallovers #adoptdontshop #cornelluniversity #barnsanctuary #farmsanctuary #savedbythebarn

Absolutely charished when Lyra was a baby piglet living in my house with Sadie and Maggie. They accepted her for who she was #belong #babyanimals #howto #care #pigsoftiktok

Can you guess the distance between Mike’s right and left horn? I am working on a DIY cow feeder so he doesn’t get stuck! Win a Hug-Cow t-shirt by guessing the correct width! I will pick a couple of winners this time tomorrow. 😀 #fyp

Thank you #CBS #Detroit for sharing our story! #fyp #animalsoftiktok #widenthescreen #landscape #animalrescue

Happy #NationalPigDay! Did you know pigs are gentle creatures with surprising intelligence? Studies have found they’re smarter than dogs and even 3-year-old children!

🚨 Whitney’s recent blood test revealed she has anemia, indicating she’s lost blood. This could be due to various reasons, but a specific cause hasn’t been pinpointed yet. Possible causes could be abomasal ulcer, cardiovascular related or kidney injury. Her urinalysis was surprisingly fine. We weren’t able to examine her closely today, but additional diagnostics are necessary to understand her condition better. We will set Whitney up with her own stall and outside yard to keep a close eye on her this week. 🙏 #animals #farmlife #animalrescue #cows #michigan #farmsanctuary #barnsanctuary #michigan