The Lily Pond
501(c)(3) ANIMAL SANCTUARY AND GARDENS
|
|
|
|
The colorful blooms of Summer transformed into the burnt orange leaves of Autumn, fluttering against a cobalt blue sky. The waterlily pond was an oasis of pink blossoms from June to October, where tiny frogs bounced among the pads and a miniature turtle scuttled along the bank. A large red coyote, who's an old friend, has been spotted more than a few times loping around the pond. A newcomer on the scene - a baby gray coyote - has also spent time in our fields hunting mice and voles. He stood only a few feet away from the grazing deer, too preoccupied with his quarry to notice the majestic deer as he hopped straight into the air to pounce.
The industrious work of the beavers over the past year had expanded the lower pond, incorporating the nearby field into a swamp. By June, the lower
|
|
horse paddock was flooded and we realized something needed to be done. Our neighbors were dropping polite hints, as they were getting terribly nervous that the beavers would venture their direction and re-engineer the whole landscape of their yard. Searching for a humane method of relocation, sanctuary founder Susan Bandy was horrified to learn that in New York state, there is no humane removal of beavers. The standard practice is to obtain a permit from the DEC to have the beavers killed. As a sanctuary that practices respect for all life, this was completely unacceptable. She began placing calls to wildlife rehabilitators, who recommended that she speak with Jeff Redd, a local wildlife rehabilitator specializing in beavers. Susan dialed his number and explained the situation with the
|
|
Jeff Redd visits with two of the adult beavers.
|
|
beaver colony, to which Jeff responded "Learn to live with them!" Well yes... but how? Jeff agreed to visit the sanctuary and recommended the installation of beaver deceivers, which are large pipes placed in the pond to re-direct the flow of water. He graciously returned to install them, wading chest deep into the water. The beavers paid him no mind and we were relieved to see that the pipes had effectively stopped the rising tide. On one of his visits, he offered the gift of a leafy branch to an adult male beaver, who took it in his mouth and swam across the pond to store it for later use. The adult female also emerged to greet Jeff and before long, we witnessed a tiny baby beaver come splashing out of the lodge, paddling eagerly behind his parents around the pond.
|
|
We've been busy over the last four months preparing for the arrival of additional senior horses in need of a home, several of which were pulled from the slaughter pipeline just in time. In addition to helping us live in harmony with the beavers, Jeff Redd saw what needed to be done and began helping us to install paddock fences and build run-in sheds that were ready by the time the geese flew the pond in a southerly direction.
The Autumn season has historically been a celebrated time of harvest, abundance and thanksgiving. We have much to be grateful for, including a few nail-biting episodes that happily turned out well. One bright day, Waverly and Sammir escaped the paddock and took a 60 mph joy ride around the adjacent field before storming the barn and demanding lunch in their stalls. Then there was the time our bouncy Shih Tzu pup Happy lost his balance and toppled down some stairs. He hopped back up without a care, but we are seriously considering getting the little dude a crash helmet. And we breath a sigh of relief when we think back to the emergency hospitalization in September of two of our horses, Waverly and Mister Ed. Both suffered an impaction colic which caused displacement of the spleen. Doctors were able to help Mister Ed at the clinic, but Waverly required surgery. We are pleased to share that they both made a full recovery and are back home enjoying life at the barn. Despite the many challenges, we are so grateful to be caring for such wonderful animals. We want to thank our staff, donors, and volunteers who make it possible for us to fulfill our mission of providing a safe, loving home to animals in need. And we wish all of our friends a joyful holiday season filled with many blessings!
|
|
We are pleased to announce the arrival of Dutch Treat! Dutch is an Appendix (Thoroughbred-Quarter Horse) gelding. At 17 yeas old, he's a gorgeous paint with a very sweet personality.
Dutch was foaled in Pennsylvania in 2003 under the registered name of "Intentional Secret." (Shown in the below photo). His sire is Chief Wish You Would and his dam is Chocolate Reveille. Adopted at age two, he was re-named Dutch Treat and spent many happy years with his previous owner competing in Hunter and Dressage. Dutch excelled at equitation due to his exceptionally smooth gaits and they had fun with cross country as well.
And then disaster struck. In 2018, Dutch contracted Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis (EPM), a debilitating disease that attacks the central nervous system causing irreversible damage if not caught in time. Dutch was lucky
|
|
that his person was vigilant and worked with her veterinarian to begin the expensive treatment before the blood work results were even back. The disease struck Dutch hard - he could barely walk in a straight line, tottering and stumbling. But because his person began aggressive treatment early on, Dutch made an excellent recovery. Now, the only signs of the disease show up in his inability to maneuver hills or slight inclines. Otherwise, Dutch is steady on his feet. We were contacted by his owner this summer, who was
|
|
seeking to do right by her beloved horse in re-homing him when the combination of financial stress due to COVID-19 and the fact that the other horses at his boarding facility had began bullying and pushing him around due to his unsteadiness from EPM. We agreed to take Dutch, as we are able to provide a grassy paddock away from any aggressive horses who might push Dutch around due to his lingering balance issues.
Dutch arrived on a bright sunny day in November and has settled in well. He is not an alpha horse, preferring to remain middle of the pack. Waverly and Sammir make it a point to say hello each morning when they ramble out of the barn into the paddock. Several of our caretakers also swear that our senior mare April has started a serious flirtation with this handsome fellow, much to Mister Ed's chagrin. Dutch loves treats and his absolute favorite thing is to graze on green grass. We are so glad to welcome this senior horse who deserves gentle care and a happy retirement after his ordeal with EPM and years of serving his person so well. Welcome home Dutch!
|
|
Dutch Treat is in need of friends! Could you be the special sponsor for this special needs horse? Please consider a monthly donation in any amount to support his care. Sponsorship is tax deductible and sponsors receive updates and a gift!
Thank You!
|
|
First There Were Four...
It was the beginning of July, and unbeknownst to us, the beginning of kitten season at The Lily Pond. A neighboring farmer notified us that there were four tiny kittens hiding in
a bale of hay in his barn. He had not seen their mother in several days. Caregiver Morgan Izzo drove over and collected the lot of wee little orphans, who were only four weeks old. We began the work of bringing them back to health, feeding them kitten formula eight times a day and having them vetted. We named them Bubbles, Baloo, Atlas, and Nautilus (nicknamed Naughty). Bubbles has white paws and reminds us of our beloved cat Hubble. Baloo has
|
|
a smokey blue-gray coat, and Atlas and Nautilus look like twins with tawny fur and gorgeous black spiral markings. One would never know they were once feral given how much they enjoy being picked up and cuddled.
Once their quarantine was over, we transferred the four fluff balls into the cat house where they immediately began running the show, claiming all the best beds and stealing treats from others. Toblerone, Head of the Department of Mischief, was particularly pleased to have four new cohorts in crime. He made it his duty to mentor them in the finer points of shredding curtains, eating plants, knocking over lamps, unraveling paper towels, and scratching the sofa.
|
|
... And Then Two More
The days were still hot the first week of September when the farmer stopped by again, this time with two tiny tuxedo kittens that he had been feeding since their mother was no where to be found. We took one look at these two cuties and fell in love. This time, we had
|
|
a boy and a girl so we named them Eldie and Emma. Eldie has whiskers for days and is perfectly happy to sit on a welcoming lap for pets and cuddles. Emma was quite shy, hiding under the chair whenever a human walked into the room. It took some time for her to warm up, but now she invites gentle pets and will purr louder than a Detroit Diesel. We had both kittens vetted and all seemed well, until one morning Eldie spiked a fever of 105 degrees. We
|
|
rushed him to our veterinarian, who put him on the antibiotic Clavamox. He seemed better after a few days, but then began staggering and was unable to keep his balance. We were back in the veterinarian's office, where the blood work revealed toxoplasmosis. This is a protozoal parasite and is entirely treatable. The antibiotic was changed to Clindamyacin, and we are happy to report that Eldie has made a full recovery. The duo
|
|
spend a lot of time cuddled in a blanket with our blind senior cat Betty. Eldie and Emma are especially fond of ignoring their bowl of wet food in favor of gobbling all of Betty's meal, which we are sure she appreciates in the same way a parent appreciates a child scooping a handful of icing off a cake right before it's served at a party.
|
|
|
In Loving Memory
by Susan Bandy
|
|
We recently had to say goodbye to three cherished members of The Lily Pond family. These transitions are never easy... in fact they are devastating. One of the most difficult aspects of animal rescue is grieving the loss of their passing - a challenge we face regularly given our focus on seniors, special needs, and hospice care. We also acknowledge the privilege of supporting an animal as they cross over into the next phase of their soul's journey. These moments are sacred and full of grace. We find comfort in the special memories we shared with our beloved four-legged friends and the fact that they were living their best life with us... safe, well fed and cared for, and loved.
Always loved.
|
|
Keegan was known for his stunning green eyes and perfectly pink nose. A quiet senior cat, he kept mostly to himself but did make a point of greeting caregivers at the door each morning and occasionally hopped up on the couch for pets and scratches.
Keegan came to The Lily Pond in 2017 from a local humane society. He had had a run of bad luck. Dumped by his family, it was several months before an older gentleman noticed him and took him home. A short time later, the gentleman passed away and Keegan found himself back at the humane society. There he languished for over a year when Susan Bandy walked in and was captivated by his sweet face. Upon learning his history, she made the decision to bring him to The Lily Pond where he could live the rest of his life.
|
|
|
In June, Keegan began to show signs of not feeling well. We made an appointment with our veterinarian, who put him on 10 days of antibiotics. At first he seemed to improve, but then took a turn for the worse. We were back at the vet, who ran blood work to better understand what was happening with our sweet boy. Keegan continued to fail and by the time the results of the blood work came back, it was too late. He was diagnosed with Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, which causes the body to destroy its own red blood cells. Keegan needed a blood transfusion right away, so Susan rushed him to Upstate Veterinary Specialists. Upon evaluation, the doctors advised against it because they did not think he would survive the process. Keegan was ready to make his transition, so we quietly and gently said goodbye to our friend.
|
|
Thank you Keegan for being a part of our family.
May you rest in peace and serenity ❤️🌈💫
|
|
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
|
|
TIG was a big personality in a small cocker spaniel-shaped body. In fact, he fancied himself the alpha dog of our pack, despite being smaller than everyone but Happy the Shih Tzu. Tig arrived in 2018 as a senior pup with his friends Brodie and Jeb. They were a neglect case - former working dogs at a local hunt club where Tig had excelled at retrieving pheasants for the hunters. We had to check his birthdate several times, because we couldn't believe a senior pup could be so full of energy. Tig never walked; he sailed out of the house and kept trotting all day long, happy to chase the ball around the yard... but unwilling to ever give it back. Tig also had a talent for knocking over water bowls. He didn't just bump into them. He would get a running start and jump right into the bowl with one or more paws, launching the bowl into the air with a vapor trail of water cascading behind in a graceful arc.
|
|
Tig reached his 17th birthday in September, but his age was catching up with him. We had noticed over the summer that he was slowing down, losing his appetite, and showing signs of dementia. We took him to our veterinarian, who diagnosed kidney disease. It was only a short two months later that Tig's vitals began to fail. He lost his appetite and his body temperature dropped. He would shiver even though we held him wrapped in a warm blanket. We made the difficult decision to end his suffering through humane euthanization. Our veterinarian came to the house on November 2nd and Susan held him in her arms as he peacefully crossed the Rainbow Bridge. We are sure that his buddy Jeb, a handsome black Lab, was there to greet his friend at the Bridge. Now on rainy days, we sometimes smile at the thought of Tig happily knocking over water bowls in heaven.
|
|
Tig, thank you for all the joy you brought as part of our family.
May you run free across the stars. ❤️🌈💫
|
|
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
|
|
Maysie was a pretty calico whose time with us at The Lily Pond was all too short. A senior special needs cat with diabetes, Maysie arrived in June when her former owner found it difficult to manage the high cost of insulin and Maysie's refusal to use the litter box. Maysie settled in quickly with the other cats, but remained shy with people. she would only allow a few gentle pets at a time.
By the end of July, Maysie's breathing had become labored. At 20 units of insulin per day, she was severely diabetic. We rushed her to our veterinarian, where x-rays revealed fluid in her chest and abdomen. We headed straight to Upstate Veterinary Specialists for emergency surgery to remove the fluid. Maysie's temperature began to drop, so she spent the night in the hospital in an oxygen tent on IV fluids with a heating pad while we waited for results from her blood work. The next morning we received devastating news: Maysie was in heart failure and her chest and abdomen had already filled with fluid again. The veterinarian told us that if the dextrose IV were removed, Maysie's vitals would crash.
|
|
Susan Bandy drove back up to the emergency clinic to be with Maysie during her final hours. And then an extraordinary thing happened. As the doctor brought Maysie into the private room where Susan was waiting, she reported that Maysie had begun purring before she even opened the door. She placed Maysie in Susan's lap, where Maysie snuggled close while continuing to purr loudly. Having never allowed much affection, it was clear that in her final moments, Maysie's heart had opened and she welcomed the snuggles, hugs, and kisses. Susan sat with Maysie in her arms for an hour, telling her how brave she was and how much she was loved. Maysie continued to purr right up until the veterinarian gently helped her cross the Rainbow Bridge.
|
|
Thank Maysie for your gift of grace and heart connection.
May you rest in blessed peace. ❤️🌈💫
|
|
Life at the Horse Barn
An Interview with Barn Manager Brenda Izzo
|
|
Brenda Izzo has been caring for the horses and cats at The Lily Pond since 2018. Sanctuary Founder Susan Bandy interviewed her about how she came to work with horses and what she's learned from her connection with them.
|
|
Brenda with Waverly, Sammir and April
|
|
SB: Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on horse care. How did you get started working with horses?
BI: I grew up with horses. I received my first pony at age three. My father had gone to an auction to purchase Easter lilies for my mother and grandmother, but instead came home with a small Shetland pony in the back of his station wagon. He paid only $15.00 and I named him Sunny. Sunny was a great teacher, accommodating my lack of experience with gentleness. He always took care to avoid stepping on me when I fell off.
SB: Did you gain your experience with horses by growing up with them?
|
|
BI: No, my experience came much later in life. On December 13 of 2014, I was rescued by my first horse, a Thoroughbred named Pretty Girl. Yes, I said that correctly - I was rescued by her.
SB: Tell me about Pretty Girl.
|
|
BI: Earlier that year in May, I had lost my 24-year-old daughter Shauna to a senseless death. I was in denial for quite a while, and then became depressed as the holidays approached. Some pretty bad thoughts were going through my head because I believe that my first job as a parent was to protect my children, so I felt maybe the world would be better off without me. And then I got a call that a neighbor's horse had escaped and was almost hit by a truck. I raced down the road and met the owner for the first time. I asked if I could help him catch her and he replied "No, in a couple days it won't matter." I should have left, but instead offered to help him fix her fence. He replied "Nope. In a couple days the dog food people are coming to get her." I burst into tears and said to him, "Look, I lost my daughter to a senseless death. I'm not going to allow this horse to die a senseless death. I'll pay you whatever you want for her." He glanced at me and replied, "If you want her, you can take her. She's yours."
SB: So that's when you adopted your first horse since your childhood pony Sunny?
BI: Well, I suddenly realized that I had a horse with no place to put her! What was I going to do? I called my daughter Morgan, who remembered meeting Lynn Cross, the founder of the
|
|
Brenda with her first pony Sunny
|
|
sanctuary Little Brook Farm. Lynn had given a presentation at her school and advised the kids that "If you see something, say something." We called Lynn, who knew exactly which horse we were talking about, as Lynn had been trying to rescue Pretty Girl for several years. Lynn promised to help us, and I also enlisted the support of my neighbor Mary Ellen, who had an empty horse barn. She used to admire Pretty Girl and agreed to let me house Pretty Girl temporarily in one of her stalls, as it was cold and snowing.
SB: Tell me about Pretty Girl's homecoming.
BI: Morgan came with me and her dad followed in the car with the flashers on. It had been a long time since I had been around horses and I was a little nervous. The only thing I had to walk her home with was a dog leash. Morgan and I walked this 16-hand Thoroughbred the mile down the road to my place. About half way there, Pretty Girl stopped and looked straight up at the clouds. My daughter Shauna used to always run up behind me and throw her arms around my shoulders and say "I love you Mom!" At the moment Pretty Girl stopped, I could feel Shauna's presence. I turned to my horse and asked, "Is my girl here? Do you see her? Because I can feel her." Pretty Girl neighed, gave me a nod and we walked quietly together to her new home.
|
|
|
SB: Can you share more about your relationship with Pretty Girl?
BI: She saved my life. She refocused my direction; she helped me build self confidence and self esteem. And she put a smile back on Morgan's face, which I hadn't seen in a long time. We weren't in a position financially to care for Pretty Girl at the time, so Lynn Cross suggested that I foster her, while Little Brook Farm supplied the hay and grain and farrier care until I could get back on my feet and formally adopt her.
SB: So Pretty Girl was also your primary teacher regarding horse care?
BI: Morgan and I wanted to do something to repay Lynn's kindness, so we began volunteering at Little Brook Farm, caring for 16 of their horses twice a day, seven days a week for five years. The horses taught me a lot!
|
|
SB: What did the horses teach you?
BI: They taught me a lot about respect, healthy boundaries, and earning trust... things that I thought I had already known, but the horses taught me on a much deeper level. After Pretty Girl came into my life, I truly understood what it meant to have a heart connection with a horse. I was also involved in the rescue of several horses during my time volunteering at Little Brook Farm. That's how I learned what to do with a horse in desperate need of love, care, and healing.
SB: What do you feel are the biggest challenges facing horses in the United States today?
|
|
BI: The slaughter has to stop. Horses are not raised as a food source - they have too many medications, such as fly spray and de-worming medications. Even though horse slaughter is now illegal in the United States, horses are being shipped across the borders to Canada and Mexico.
SB: The number of horses going to slaughter is high. Where are the majority of those horses coming from?
BI: Primarily overbreeding - by backyard breeders and the racing industries. Or by people who do not give them the proper training and consider them unmanageable. They even come from people who do not want to deal with their horse's end of life, so they send them to auction where they are bought by the slaughterhouses. Everyone thinks that horses going to slaughter are old, sick and lame. But that's not true! Many are young, sound horses.
SB: What are your thoughts on a solution to reducing the number of horses going to slaughter?
|
|
Best Friends: Pretty Girl and Mister Ed
|
|
BI: Back in the day, people used to breed for quality, not quantity. So many Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds are overbred in the hope of having that one special champion who will win tons of money at the races. But what happen to the rest who don't make it at the races? The solution is to reduce the overbreeding.
SB: What do you feel is the biggest challenge and greatest reward for people like you who work with horses, many of whom are rescued from sad situations?
BI: Winter is the biggest challenge; dealing with frozen water buckets, icy paddocks, and keeping the horses comfortable in extreme weather. My greatest reward -- and there are so many -- is when
|
|
I'm working with a rescued horse who is broken; who doesn't trust people because they've been let down by humans. Over time, you build that trust back up. It has to be earned and they make you work hard for it. But once you have the gift of a horse's trust, it's yours for life. That's my greatest reward working with the horses.
SB: Would you share how you came to work at The Lily Pond sanctuary?
BI: Well, I was told about a weekend position at a new sanctuary that was just starting out with horses and needed help. I came to meet with you, and I remember you were so sick with the flu that weekend... so we decided that I'd start the next day! That has turned into a full time job managing the barn and cat house. I can honestly say that this is the first job I've ever had where I wake up earlier than I need to because I'm so excited to go to work and see all my friends. Whether they have hooves or paws, they always put a smile on my face.
|
|
|
SB: We're so glad you are here! In closing, any advice you would like to share regarding how people can help horses even if they are not in a position to own one?
BI: Yes. I encourage people to call your local horse rescues and sanctuaries and offer to volunteer with feeding, grooming, and mucking stalls. This is a great way to connect with these majestic beings! If your schedule doesn't permit volunteer time, most rescues and sanctuaries are grateful for donations -- even just a $5 donation will treat a horse to lunch with the purchase of bale of hay. Do not underestimate the positive impact you can make in the life of a horse!
SB: Thank you Brenda. I am grateful for your time and for the excellent care that you provide to all the horses at The Lily Pond.
|
|
|
Pretty Girl and Brenda were together for six happy years. On August 31, 2020, Pretty Girl crossed the Rainbow Bridge at the age of 30. Those who know Brenda understand that Pretty Girl was her heart horse; the angel who gently guided Brenda out of severe depression and back into joy after the devastating loss of her daughter. Pretty Girl is loved by the many people and horses who had the privilege to know her.
If you would like to honor Pretty Girl's memory with a tax-deductible donation to The Lily Pond, the funds will directly support our rescued horses, for whom Brenda takes such good care.
|
|
AmazonSmile is a website operated by Amazon.com with the same products, prices, and shopping features. The difference is that when you shop on AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products to The Lily Pond Sanctuary.
It's a great way to help all of our rescued animals!
|
|
A heartfelt THANK YOU to our generous donors, sponsors, and volunteers!
|
|
April and Mister Ed receive treats from the ladies of Perfect Ten Youth Group of Hudson
|
|
We are so grateful to the members of our Winner's Circle who have supported our animals in need.
The Lily Pond Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Our EIN Number is 37-1932175.
Donations are tax deductible.
Donations can be mailed to:
The Lily Pond
P.O. Box 325
Ghent, NY 12075
|
|
- Anonymous
-
Anonymous - In Loving Memory of Marina, beloved pet of Rachel Rich
- Brenda & Mark Bachand
- Sue Baer
-
Susan Bandy - In Loving Memory of Theo, Apache, Hubble, Katarina, Keegan, Tig & Maysie
- Gretchen Behr-Svendson
-
Charlotte & Michael Belak - In Loving Memory of Puff & Shadow
-
Kim Bellizzi & James Burton - In Loving Memory of Odin
-
Jessica Bidwell - In Loving Memory of Holly
-
John Bobeck & Keith Grugan - In Loving Memory of Mac
- Melissa Brenz
-
Sharon Brin - In Loving Memory of Little Darling
-
Kevin Carlon - In Loving Memory of Kacie & Luke
- Karyn Carrow
- The Clifford Family
- Barbara Clough
- Lisa Crandall
-
The DeLamater Family - In Loving Memory of Ronnie
-
The Desai Family - In Loving Memory of Nikko
-
Dhvani Desai - In Loving Memory of Nikko
- Amy, Steve, Marissa, & Morgan Dewey
-
Ed & Tina Diffley - In Loving Memory of Chi Chi
-
Kristen Doyle - In Loving Memory of Mason
-
Karin Edmondsun - In Loving Memory of Bella
-
Linda & John Furyck - In Loving Memory of Riley
- Maureen Gannon
-
Linda Gaige - In Loving Memory of Cheech
- Glenis Garcia
-
Grazyna & Katherine Gawron - In Loving Memory of Baby
-
Michael & Beata Gershon - In Loving Memory of Lucy
- Gibson Family Foundation
-
Fernanda Gomez - In Loving Memory of Bruno & Taz and In Loving Memory of Hubble, beloved pet of The Lily Pond
-
Greens Corner Holdings LLC - In Loving Memory of Odin
-
Casey Grenci & Natascha Santiago - In Loving Memory of Baron
- Carol Guerin
-
The Guldenstern Family - In Loving Memory of Cali Lynn
-
Joseph Guglielmo - In Loving Memory of Bruno
- Christina Harrigan
-
Michael & LuAnn Hill - In Loving Memory of Fortunate
- Kimberly Hilliker
- Erin Hofstetter
- Judith Houck
-
Chuck Hover - In Loving Memory of Charlotte, beloved pet of John & Suzanne Oliver
- Brenda Izzo
- Joseph Izzo & Brittany Myers
-
Nancy & Wilbur Jimenez - In Loving Memory of Biggie
-
Ashleigh & Dylan Johns - In Loving Memory of KiKi
- Donna Johnson
-
Danielle Juchem - In Loving Memory of Klaus
-
David Kabiller - In Loving Memory of Simba
- Nancy Kane
- Barbara Kania
- Kelly Kilmer
- Lorie King Trotter
-
Damien Korman - In Loving Memory of Nick Campese
- Maryann Koropecky
- Tammy Laurange
-
Tonda Lewis - In Loving Memory of Blitz & Zaffa
- Cheryl Lovelace
- Erlyn Madonia
-
Fran Martino - In Loving Memory of Maddie, beloved pet of the Burnell Family
-
The McCagg Family - In Loving Memory of Maverick
- Barbara McNamee
- Kristine Menger
- Francine Miller
-
Sharon Miller - In Loving Memory of Bailey
-
John & Connie Miller-Barron - In Loving Memory of Pumperdoodle
-
April Minnafield - In Loving Memory of Mama Kitty
-
Joanne & Wayne Mortimer - In Loving Memory of Val
-
Jillian Moser - In Loving Memory of Maggie
-
Tim & Charity Murray - In Loving Memory of Gadget
- Catherine Napolitano
- Carley Neet & Family
- Christina Noel
- O.C. Safe Cats
-
Doug Okerson & Bill Williams - In Loving Memory of Fozzie
-
John & Suzanne Oliver - In Loving Memory of Pimpus, Charlotte & Sophie
-
Debbie Orecki - In Loving Memory of Emmi
- Faith Quinlin Maus
- Sarah Rabinowitz
- Cynthia & Ernie Rao
-
Rachel Rich - In Loving Memory of Marina
- Patricia Roberto
- Patricia Roberto LLC
-
Peter Roberts - In Loving Memory of Whisky
- Nancy Roller
- Dianne Perata
- Jeff Redd
- Nancy Roller
- Tracey Rostron
-
Susan & Bob Schumann - In Loving Memory of Jack and in Honor of Dr. William Chester
-
Vito & Tammy Sciavillo - In Loving Memory of Gunner
- Sienna Sky LLC
-
Kaitlyn Silvernail Sprague - In Loving Memory of Lucky
-
Alana Singh - In Honor of Khloe Singh
- Andrea Small
-
The Smith Family - In Loving Memory of Smokey
- Harry & Cindy Smith
-
The Stupplebeen Family - In Loving Memory of Bear Bomb
- Jill Spero
- Laura Thierry
- Leslie Thayer
- Christina Tomasso
- Suzanne Trevellyan
- Nancy Van Deren
-
Terri Vasile - In Loving Memory of Merlin
- Marlene Vidibor
- Robert Viviano
- Jessica Wasserman
-
Diane Whiteman - In Loving Memory of Dalton & Cricket
-
The Woodall Family - In Loving Memory of Chip
-
Kirstin Young - In Loving Memory of Suki
- Ornella Zappa
-
Christine Ziemski - In Loving Memory of Daisy Mae
|
|
Mission Statement:
The Lily Pond is a 501(c)(3) animal sanctuary that brings people, animals, and nature together in healing partnership. The sanctuary provides a lifetime home and quality care to rescued cats, dogs, horses, and parrots in need.
|
|
|
The Lily Pond Sanctuary, Inc.
(518) 392-3030
|
|
|
|
|
|
|