Autumn 2023 Newsletter

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Waverly during the first snowfall of the season

Happy New Year! We look back over the last six months of 2023 with a sense of wonder, excited to share all the work we've accomplished with your support for the many animals who arrived at the sanctuary. Summer arrived crashing and booming as thunder storms struck on a daily basis culminating in a spectacular storm in September that knocked out our power and felled several trees. The horses paid scant attention to the whirling winds and showering rain, but we caregivers learned to keep a change of dry clothes after swimming around the paddocks to feed during the daily tempests.


All the usual wildlife suspects made their appearance around the sanctuary: deer with baby fawns, bunnies, woodchucks, opossums, coyotes... and the raccoons. We knew the raccoons had moved into the barn because of the snoring. The scattered garbage, shredded

grain bags and muddy paw prints on the Kubota were also confirming evidence. But the snoring definitely gave them away. Barn Manager Brenda Izzo walked in one morning and heard the strangest sound. Puzzled, she checked all the horses but found nothing amiss. Then she looked up and there, draped over the rafters, was a family of raccoons dreaming ring-tailed dreams, oblivious to the racket Wyatt was causing in his stall

below... just sound asleep sawing ZZZ's. The raccoons quickly discovered that if they loitered in the paddock with our horse Dutch Treat, his messy eating habits would ensure a feast of grain raining down upon them. Dutch never seems to mind, gazing down at the little bandits while munching his supper.


We did have a newcomer on the scene sporting a majestic fan of quills. Founder Susan Bandy happened to be in the yard with Dolly when she spotted the porcupine waddling leisurely across the lawn. Being a Treeing Walker Coonhound who can catch a scent from outer space, Dolly instantly perceived the new arrival. Howling with glee, the chase was on. Digging in her heels and clinging desperately to the leash, Susan waterskied across the lawn as Dolly motored inexorably toward a prickly

Dolly...always smiling

encounter. Unaware of the excitement generated by his presence, the porcupine toddled unconcernedly under a hedge just in time for Susan to steer the determined hound back into the house, thanking heaven for the invention of the leash.

Susan Bandy with Wyatt. WAMC Northeast Public Radio "A Different Kind of Sanctuary".

Photo by Maureen Beitler

We are delighted to share that The Lily Pond was featured in the news! Susan was contacted at Sienna Sky by Ralph and Deborah Gardner for aftercare assistance with their beloved dog Wallie, who had crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Intrigued by the sanctuary, Mr. Gardner returned for a tour, meeting the animals and learning about our mission. He wrote a wonderful and touching commentary in tribute to Wallie, intertwining his experience at Sienna Sky and The Lily Pond. It was broadcast live on WAMC Northeast Public Radio as "A Different Kind of Sanctuary." Our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Gardner for entrusting us with the care of Wallie and for sharing our work!

Click below to read the transcript or listen to Ralph Gardner Jr.'s touching broadcast "A Different Kind of Sanctuary" about his dog Wallie and the family’s experience at Sienna Sky and The Lily Pond Sanctuary:


WAMC 90.3 Radio Broadcast July 2023

Raining Cats and Kittens

Baby Giselle's recovery

Once upon a time there was a working cattle farm with a barn full of cats. There for the purpose of hunting mice, they did their best to survive, foraging for food from the dumpster and burrowing in hay bales to keep warm in the winter. Then one day in the summer of 2023, the farm was sold and the barn was destroyed. The new owners made it clear that they did not want the cats and would eliminate them. And so we stepped in, requesting permission to trap all the cats. Barn Manager Brenda Izzo set up humane traps... and the floodgates opened with

cats arriving daily. Founder Susan Bandy set up a quarantine space and began the process of vetting before integrating them one by one into the cat house: spay/neuter, vaccinations, flea and worm medication, as well as antibiotics for many with eye and respiratory infections. Seymour needed surgery to remove a growth from his head; little Joonbug began having seizures and was diagnosed with epilepsy. One tiny kitten arrived very sick with a horrible eye infection. We worked diligently with our vet and were able to successfully save her eye. We named her Giselle and fell head over boots in love with

her sweet personality. Speaking of boots, one of the kittens was adopted by volunteer Bill O'Neill, who named him... Boots! The numbers were growing... and then a baby kitten appeared. Unbeknownst to us, Coconut was pregnant at the time we trapped her and gave birth to the cutest little floof in the quarantine room. Quelle surprise! But our work was not yet done. Missy kitty was too smart for the trap and we puzzled over how to bring her to the sanctuary before she produced a thousand more kittens. And then her little kitten solved the dilemma. Seeking safe harbor in our barn, the kitten got scared one morning and ran under the foundation of the house and got trapped in the wall. We could hear her crying from inside the tack room wall... she was stuck. So we called in help: Glen Welch and Tim Christian were immediately on the

Boots and his adopter Bill O'Neill

scene and began drilling holes and ripping out boards. Still no sign of the kitten other than her persistent cries. Time was ticking and after 24 hours of effort, Glen and our friend Manny Duarte were finally able to pull her out through a hole drilled in the floor.

Glen Welch with Mirabelle

What a relief! That afternoon, her mother Missy walked into the trap and we were able to reunite them! We named the baby Mirabelle the Miracle. Special thanks to Glen, Tim and Manny for saving a life!


We've actually named all 19 of the cats from this huge rescue project: O'Malley, Fleet, Boots, Giselle, Joonbug, Wink, Wellington, Earl Grey, Floof, Fiona, Topaz, Seymour, Dahlia, Snickers, Oreo, Missy, Mirabelle, Coconut and her kitten, who we've been calling Lil' Toot until we figure out a name. We love them all and would be happy to host any visitors who would like to meet them!

We are grateful for all our donors who helped support this incredible rescue project, with special thanks to James Stone, Elianna Campese-Korman, Kinderhook Toyota and

the We4 Four Felines Family Philanthropic Fund.

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Kids Changing The World

We are always grateful for our donors, sponsors and volunteers at the sanctuary. Their support is critical to our work in helping rescued animals in need. In 2023, we witnessed a new trend of support coming from... children! Following are some examples of the incredible compassion shown to our animals by people under the age of ten. When we worry about the state of the world during these troubled times, we find comfort knowing that the future of the planet is in good hands.

JOEY NEET is 4 years old and loves animals. When we put out requests for auction items for our Earth Day Celebration silent auction fundraiser, he volunteered to paint a portrait of our horse Wyatt. And what an amazing job he did! Joey attended our Earth Day Celebration with his family and fell in love with a another auction painting of a bird entitled "Spring" by artist Celeste Schute-Wright. Did we mention that Joey loves animals and birds?? Joey put in his bid. More bids came in. Joey bid again, scrawling his name on the auction sheet. Other bids came in. And then a third bid from Joey. At the end of the evening, who do you think won the "Spring" painting from our silent auction? You guessed it: Joey Neet. He outbid all the adults. Joey was over the moon with excitement when he discovered that he'd won the beautiful painting, which he hung in his room. So not only did this young man donate a hand-painted item to our fundraising auction, he further supported the sanctuary with his determined bidding of a portrait of a bird that touched his heart. Wow. Well done Joey!

MALEA ALBERTS is 10 years old and a friend of The Lily Pond. A frequent visitor to the sanctuary with her family to visit Wyatt, whom they sponsor, Malea has made friends with all the horses and enjoys cuddling with our cats. She has become especially close to our horse Hogie Bear, who loves to receive hugs from his young friend. Malea attended our Earth Day Celebration with her family. Gazing at all the wonderful raffle items, she purchased her tickets but made only one big bet: placing all of her raffle tickets on an equine bucket filled with horse supplies and treats donated by Dover Saddlery in Latham. We should note that Malea does not own a horse. Who do you think won the Dover Saddlery Horse bucket? That's right! Malea! Founder Susan Bandy joked that she now she just needed a horse. But Malea had a game plan: she marched her prize down to our barn and presented it to Barn Manager Brenda Izzo as a gift to our horses. Wow. Just wow. Well done Malea!

ELIANNA CAMPESE-KORMAN is 9 years old. A denizen of Staten Island, she had the idea to host a lemonade stand to raise funds for the animals at The Lily Pond Sanctuary. Elianna designed a terrific table for "E's Lemonade" and mixed up pitchers of the tasty beverage. She was ready for business. With the help of her parents, Marianna Campese and Damian Korman, she rallied her school friends and members of the community, resulting in a spectacular show of support. Glasses of fresh lemonade were poured and served in large number. At the end of a wildly successful day, Elianna had raised $1,300.00 for The Lily Pond Sanctuary! Wow. I mean wow. Elianna and her family visited the sanctuary for a tour to meet the animals and to present her donation check to Founder Susan Bandy. We - humans and animals - are so grateful and impressed with this talented young entrepreneur and philanthropist! Well done, Elianna!

Charlie Horse

If you've been following the work of The Lily Pond in recent years, you know that we've focused on providing a safe landing for ex-racehorses rescued from the kill pen. Once again, we were given the opportunity to help a horse who escaped the slaughter pipeline. But this horse had to be rescued twice! Charlie is a Standardbred Pacer who raced the tracks... without much success. Sold into farm labor where he toiled for years, Charlie found himself dumped in the kill pen. Rescued from a terrible fate by a national horse rescue organization, he was nursed back to health by the quarantine facility and adopted out to a new home. But happily-ever-after was not yet to be. His adopter failed to provide adequate care, eschewing vet and farrier care and feeding only one flake of hay in the morning and evening. Charlie began to starve. It was a woman boarding

her horse at the same facility that blew the whistle, including rumors that Charlie's owner was going to sell him down the river. The quarantine facility stepped back in to retrieve Charlie, and began the process of rehabilitating him a second time. We were contacted for potential placement because Charlie has dropped suspensories and is thus not rideable. This made finding an adopter very difficult. What this horse needed was a safe forever home where he would not be expected to work or ride. We welcomed Charlie on a cold day in November and discovered a truly beautiful and resilient soul. Despite his towering height of 17 hands, Charlie is sweet and gentle. Smart as a Harvard graduate and willing to trust new people, he also demonstrated a gift for

making friends with the other horses in our herd. We looked on with delight as Charlie nuzzled Roll To Thunder and frolicked happily with Super Tuesday. A beautiful friendship blossomed between these two chestnuts. Two race horses who both experienced the trauma of the kill pen and redemption of rescue, Charlie and Super Tuesday are never far apart from one another. They playfully romp around the paddock together and show up side-by-side for morning and evening meals. We are honored to be part of Charlie's family.

In Loving Memory
by Susan Bandy

We recently had to say goodbye to three beloved 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.

WHISKEY was a tiny little Pomeranian with an outsized dynamo personality. Arriving in 2021 as a blind, diabetic senior, he quickly appointed himself King of the Castle and stole our hearts... especially mine. Whiskey followed me everywhere and had the most endearing habit of jumping into my arms and snuggling his head under my chin. He had lots of funny habits, such as eating toilet paper; running up stairs and immediately demanding to be carried back down; tapping my hand for a bite of whatever happened to be on my plate and destroying furniture. Never entirely housebroken, I had to replace carpets, curtains and a sofa. But never mind that. Whiskey was my beloved companion, always smiling and dancing. He brought so much joy.

The Rainbow Bridge arrived unexpectedly. The day started out as usual. Whiskey ate a good breakfast, took his insulin, and ran around the house shouting for attention. Then without warning, he had a seizure. And another. I rushed him to the emergency hospital. The veterinarian discovered that his kidneys were in acute failure and reported that the anti-seizure medication was having no effect on his constant tremors. He could not be saved. My heart shattered and I drove home in a state of numb shock. In the grief-filled days that followed, I reflected on our many wonderful days together and the miracle of how a small, blind, sick and frail senior had exuded such joie de vivre, lighting up my world with his exuberance, confidence and love for life... and for me.

Thank you Whiskey for being such a loving, devoted friend.

You brought so much joy with your smiles and affection.

May you dance across the stars. ❤️🌈💫

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OTIS was a stately gentleman. A gray and white cat of quiet demeanor, he was diagnosed with diabetes at the same time his owner began a battle with cancer and could not longer care for him. Thus he arrived at The Lily Pond in 2019 after we were contacted by a rescue organization seeking a home for a senior cat with special needs. Otis settled in quickly. While not entirely comfortable with other cats getting too close, he got along with his housemates and showed a decided appreciation for pets and cuddles from caregivers. Otis was a champ when it came to daily insulin shots and always first at the food bowl to partake of a hearty meal. We were able to keep him healthy and comfortable

for years, until old age began to take a toll. He was

diagnosed with kidney disease in early 2023. Combined with diabetes, his decline was shockingly fast. By the time summer arrived, his body was failing. We helped him peacefully cross the Rainbow Bridge surrounded by his caregivers. We miss the quiet presence of our sweet Otis and are grateful for the time we had together.

Thank you Otis for being a beloved member of our family.

May you rest in peace. ❤️🌈💫

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ELSA was a unique mix with the coloring and protective instinct of a Shepherd but the diminutive size and short legs of a Corgi. And she had the most adorable ears! They stuck out sideways like a canine Yoda. Elsa was saved by a rescue organization from a kill shelter in Georgia and transported to the Hudson Valley. Arriving at the sanctuary in 2018, she needed support to adjust. There were signs of abuse from her past and her time at the shelter had clearly left her traumatized. But as the days went by, Elsa began to smile as she started to feel safe and welcome. She had a delightful habit of offering her paw for a shake. Over and over. She somehow believed that this was what she was supposed to do and missed no opportunity to place her paw in my hand. She was sweet and well mannered. While not a fan of Dolly's noisy barking, she got along well with the little pups.

Elsa was a senior when she arrived and as the years rolled by, her health began to decline. She was diagnosed with diabetes in 2022 and sadly lost her sight shortly after. But she already knew her way around the house by heart and was so good about daily medication. And then in 2023, she developed kidney disease. Within a few months, it was clear that she was beginning to feel uncomfortable in her body. I kept her as comfortable as possible and when the time came, called the vet to assist her with a peaceful passing. With all her challenges in life, Elsa was a brave girl. I treasure the fact that she overcame her fearful past and put her trust in me.

Thank you Elsa for your trust and friendship.

May you run free across the heavens. ❤️🌈💫

Roll To Thunder's Victory

What happens when you're a harness racing Standardbred trotter who is afraid of pulling a jockey in a sulky? Roll To Thunder had 25 starts but never won a race. He was quickly retired from the track, sold into farm labor and pulling a buggy. Fast forward many years, Thunder found himself in the kill pen, wounded and half starved. Thankfully, he was rescued and came to live at The Lily Pond in 2022. We worked diligently to restore his weight and make life comfortable for this 24-year-old senior. All was going well, until we noticed bloody hoof prints. Uh oh. That's bad. The vet was immediately summoned and diagnosed canker, a nasty horrible condition that is difficult to cure. Yep. It's bad. The recommendation was for hospitalization and surgery. So we loaded Thunder into the trailer and brought him home from the hospital a week

later. We followed all the aftercare protocols, but the canker remained present. Back to the hospital for a second surgery. Once home again, it was only a matter of weeks before the canker reappeared. Poor Thunder got so sore on his back hoof that he held it in the air and hobbled around on three legs. We were in despair. That's when a friend recommended the farrier Esco Buff, who has a track record of successfully treating canker. Susan reached

out to him pronto and discussed Thunder's case. Esco was so knowledgable and reassuring. Based in Florida, he would be traveling to New York and put us on his schedule, giving us instructions to purchase a special powder and start treatment. With our vet present to administer a sedative, Esco performed surgery to remove the canker right in our barn aisle. This was followed up with a month of daily bandage changes and fresh applications of canker powder. Brenda Izzo was incredibly diligent, following all instructions and keeping Esco updated on Thunder's progress. Esco returned after a month for a follow up check. Are you ready for the good news?? The canker was gone! Thunder was once again comfortable with all four hooves on the ground.


We want to thank Esco Buff, Peter Buckbee, veterinarian Jen Safford and Brenda Izzo for their incredible care of Thunder. This horse also deserves credit for being a

Farriers Peter Buckbee and Esco Buff

with Roll To Thunder

superstar patient. He stood perfectly still and quiet during all the uncomfortable treatments and was so brave when it came to loading onto the trailer for hospitalization. Many horses saved from the kill pen are terrified of getting back on a trailer for fear of transport back to hell. But Thunder put his trust in us. Although he never won a race at the track, he beat the most insidious, life-threatening disease. What a victory!

Welcome Whiskers

In addition to the cats and kittens who arrived from a neighboring farm as part of our feral barn cat rescue, we welcomed three special kitties to the sanctuary.

MALCOLM is a handsome young fellow of orange and white. He was adopted out as a kitten to a family by a local rescue organization. In less than two years, the family had decided to euthanize him due to his habit of not using the litter box. The rescue organization intervened, taking him back to save his life a second time. Knowing that we have a special place in our home and hearts for kitties with this...er, issue, they contacted The Lily Pond. We welcomed him to our special needs cat room and re-named him Captain Malcolm Reynolds. (If you caught the reference to the series Firefly, you would be correct!) Captain Mal has been a joy - so friendly and playful. He loves to chase feather toys, roll around in cat nip and purr contentedly on a lap. And you what? He uses the litter box just fine. What a good boy!

MAGGIE & BEBE are fluffy gorgeous sisters who began life as ferals but were given a home and care by a kind lady in the Hudson Valley. When she passed, her family worked diligently to find new homes for all her kitties. As a bonded pair that are incredibly shy, Maggie and Bebe were not strong adoption candidates. We were contacted and agreed to welcome them to our sanctuary. Similar in appearance, you can distinguish them by their facial markings: Maggie has black fur on her chin and Bebe has a little dot right on her pink nose! For the first month, the sisters stayed close together, hiding in kitty cubbies. Then Bebe began to accept a few gentle pets. We thought she would be the more outgoing of the two... wrong! It's Maggie who has blossomed into a little love bug!

It was the routine of nightly treats that helped bring Maggie out of her shell. Intrigued by all the cats gathering around Susan for their bedtime snack, one night Maggie approached the group and made a soft, tentative mewing sound. Susan bestowed a generous handful of treats and Maggie happily hoovered them down while allowing a few gentle pets. Thus began a nightly routine of Maggie mewing softly for tasty treats AND affection! A lovely, dainty lady, she has warmed our hearts with her sweet soul.

2023 Winner's Circle

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our generous donors, sponsors, and volunteers!

Beautiful creations from our Paint Your Pet Workshop October 15, 2023

We are so grateful to the members of our Winner's Circle whose generous support allows us to help animals in need.


The Lily Pond Sanctuary is a

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Our EIN Number is 37-1932175.

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  • Michael Nicosia - In Loving Memory of Oscar
  • Deneane Niebergall - In Loving Memory of Sophie
  • Stephanie Noonan - In Loving Memory of Jezebelle, Bubis, Rusty & Kitty
  • Stephanie Norton
  • Doug Okerson - In Loving Memory of Max
  • Tim O'Leary
  • Bill O'Neill - In Loving Memory of Molly, Dion, Jesse & Phus
  • Vanessa Orsini - In Loving Memory of Susie
  • Tracey Palen - In Loving Memory of Chi-Chi
  • Mark Palmer & Ariann Stage
  • Tammy Parditka - In Loving Memory of Bear Kid
  • Eileen Peck - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • Jennifer Pelaquin
  • The Perez Family - In Loving Memory of Clark Kent
  • Christine Pickering - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • David Pickett
  • Julia Pickett
  • Pookstyle
  • Melissa Powell & Jeff Ferriero - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • Raymond Preusser - In Loving Memory of Beverly Preusser
  • Joseph Pulice
  • Rachel Randall - In Loving Memory of Kahuna
  • RCSTA Remembrance - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • Amy Renaud-Mutart
  • Laura Rieth - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • Patricia Roberto
  • Peter Roberts - In Loving Memory of Whisky
  • Nancy Roller
  • Tracey Rostron
  • Joseph & Catherine Rotello - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • Victoria Russo
  • Rob & Ida Ryan - In Loving Memory of Roxybear
  • The Ryczek Family - In Loving Memory of Tucker & Benjamin
  • Freddy Sackett - In Loving Memory of Molly
  • Carolyn Sanford - In Loving Memory of Pierre
  • Robert & Lynn Sarnowski - In Loving Memory of Rufus, Panda & Sammie
  • Skylar Scampoli - In Loving Memory of Tater
  • Penny & Vernon Schermerhorn - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • Rodney Schermerhorn & GeorgeAnn Drivas - In Loving Memory of King Sparticus
  • Denise Schine
  • The Schrader Family - In Loving Memory of Jenny
  • Susan & Bob Schumann - In Honor of Catherine Nelli
  • Wendy Scism - In Loving Memory of Cubby
  • Ellen Shaby - In Loving Memory of Molly
  • Linda Sharkey - In Loving Memory of Shannon
  • Nadine Sharron - In Loving Memory of Japser & Harry
  • Lindsay Shea - In Loving Memory of Cinnamon, Beloved Pet of Sue Baer
  • Cheryl Sherban
  • Sidewalk Angels Foundation - In Loving Memory of Samy Thomas
  • Sienna Sky LLC
  • Lorie & Mark Simoneau
  • Andrea Small
  • Elizabeth Smith - In Loving Memory of Cinn-a-min & E-va, Beloved Pets of Renae Libruk
  • Nita Smith
  • Pavlina Snider - In Loving Memory of Barbara Malnati
  • Bjorn Somlo
  • Dan Sparks
  • Madaline Sparks
  • Stephanie Stanton
  • Tom & Janet Starace - In Loving Memory of Reilly
  • Marianne Stickles
  • Jacob Stine & Heather McGrath - In Loving Memory of Dora & Lacie
  • James Stone
  • Caroline Sullivan - In Loving Memory of Luna
  • Sunflower Sanctuary LLC, Dawn Balak
  • Tracey Terry - In Loving Memory of Izzy Grace
  • Laura Thierry
  • Carol Thompson - In Loving Memory of Angel
  • The Todriff Family - In Loving Memory of Shelby
  • Christina Tomasso
  • Town of Coeymans Staff, Candace McHugh - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • Suzanne Trevellyan, Trevellyan.biz
  • Brittani Turk - In Loving Memory of Pookie
  • Michelle Turk
  • The Tutt Family - In Loving Memory of Charlie & Maddie
  • Mark Twentyman
  • David Upchurch
  • The Van Alstyne Family - In Loving Memory of Jake
  • Terri Vasaile
  • Sonja Velez
  • Stephen & Margaret Vena - In Loving Memory of Melissa Saccoccie
  • Marlene Vidibor - In Loving Memory of Bernard D. Vidibor
  • Monica Vogel & Ryan Kordana - In Loving Memory of Hickory
  • Jillian Wagner - In Loving Memory of Nick, Beloved Pet of Betty and Markus Wagner
  • Glenn Ward - In Loving Memory of Sam
  • Caryn Weaver
  • Rafael Webb & Judy Horton - In Loving Memory of Lady
  • We4 Four Felines Family Philanthropic Fund
  • Holly Weed - In Loving Memory of TJ
  • Patricia Weed - In Loving Memory of AJ & TJ
  • Troy Weeks - In Loving Memory of Sunkist
  • Glen Welch
  • Janet Wilkie
  • Lauren Wilkinson
  • Ann Yannatuono
  • Christine Ziemski - In Loving Memory of Maxi, Cassie, Adam, Frankie Girl, Mischief & Princess Nefertitti
  • Denise Zimmerman - In Loving Memory of Sadie
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.
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