Sanctuary

Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary Inc.: Morty the Calf

Susie, a friend of the Sanctuary, contacted us last month regarding a little bottle fed calf – Morty!    Morty was born on an Angus beef farm in the southwest. He was a large baby, weighing in at over 45kg at birth, and as a result, presented with abnormal front knees.  Fortunately, the farmer organised […]

Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary Inc.: Meat Free May

To support #meatfreemay and help our animal friends, we will feature an array of animal friendly meals that we enjoy at the Sanctuary! These meals are quick, easy and economical, and we hope you will enjoy them as much as we do! ‘Not-tuna’ Creamy Pasta Bake   Ingredients – 1 pack of penne or spiral […]

Show of support for farm animal sanctuary owner | Local News

An animal rights rally took place on Thursday morning in front of the Niagara County Courthouse on Hawley Street in Lockport. Twenty activists gathered to protest the ongoing legal proceedings against Tracy Murphy, the owner of a farm animal sanctuary in Newfane called Asha’s Sanctuary. Ironically, the same ground was the site of a Niagara […]

Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary Inc.: Welcome Baby Norman Lamb

In late February, Nurse Nicole at Bullsbrook Veterinary Clinic messaged to let us know a very sick newborn lamb was enroute to clinic. The lamb was very weak and had a serious stomach issue, and she was concerned he may not make the journey.  Upon arrival at the Clinic, the amazing staff provided fluids and […]

Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary Inc.: Vegan Recipe: Zucchini Loaf

This tasty loaf is a treat for any occasion! Ingredients: – 2 cups of self raising flour – 2/3 of a cup of (packed down) brown sugar – 1 cup of grated zucchini (does not need to be dried off) – 3/4 to 1 cup of vegetable oil – The equivalent of 3 eggs using […]

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab rescues 27 uncared for cats and dogs from rural New Mexico – St George News

ST. GEORGE — In a remote area of Deming County, New Mexico, a samaritan stumbled upon a big surprise. Dozens of cats and dogs — alone and appearing uncared for. Almost 30 made the long trip to the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, where they’re being prepared for new homes. Several dogs seized from […]

Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary Inc.: Vegan Recipe: Mixed Berry Cake

Mixed Berry Cake is a great way to use up any excess berries you may have during the season. Mixed Berry Cake Hardware: – Loaf tin, lined.  Ingredients: – 1 1/2 to 2 cups of self raising flour – 3/4 cup sugar – we used half caster and half brown sugar mixed – 125g of […]

WAN Talks With Mike Stura, Founder Of Skylands Animal Sanctuary About Rescuing 7 Sheep Who Escaped Slaughter In New Jersey

2 hours ago Mike Stura is no stranger to the powerful highs and lows of animal rescue. This week, the longtime farm animal rescuer and Founder of Skylands Animal Sanctuary and Rescue saved seven sheep, who most-likely escaped slaughter in New Jersey. Stura also saved a one-day-old three-legged lamb that would have been killed if it wasn’t for his heroic […]

Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary Inc.: Cherry the Muscovy

  In late January we were contacted regarding a domestic duck who had made herself at home in a backyard in the suburbs.     The residents were happy to accommodate her visits, naming her Cherry and leaving out food and water.    Sadly, however, the family that elderly Cherry had attached herself to were moving […]

Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary Inc.: Lizard Encounter

  The reptiles in the Valley are certainly enjoying the warm summer days, and a number of bobtails and skinks have been sighted in the Sanctuary’s bushland. Everyone enjoys looking out for scaley friends throughout the summer months.  Just last weekend, volunteer Kenneth spied this beautiful Gould’s (or sand) monitor (Varanus gouldii) in the equipment […]

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