Thanks to the arrival of Katie Pruett and Rebekah Barnett of Massachusetts, summer just gets better and better for the pigs at Kindness Ranch! The pigs – Bernadette, Simone, Geraldine, Antoinette, and Louise – are thrilled to have a new swimming pool with interesting toys and treats set up by the girls.
Who knew a horse could love Starlight peppermints as much as Hailey? Life is sweet at Kindness Ranch for Hailey. Not only does she get to enjoy the occasional peppermint, but she gets to do so with her best friend and half sister, Honey!
Erin Hoffman saw Ziggy at an adoption day at Petco in Fort Collins. It was love at first sight. Days later, she brought her daughters to meet Ziggy at the ranch. Ellery, as you can see from the photo above, took to Ziggy right away. They bonded over graham crackers. Ziggy was a perfect gentleman with the two children, and seemed to greatly enjoy being involved in all their activities. After a home check, Ziggy was formally adopted by Erin and her husband, Ted. Ziggy is in love with his new family.
Ziggy came to us from a university research facility. The trend in research is euthanasia. But the researchers involved in his care chose to break with precedent and release him to Kindness Ranch. We wish others would follow their lead to make more happy stories possible.
Rocky is now called Remy and happily settling into his new home! Rocky came to Kindness Ranch from a laboratory, and he has now been adopted by Patricia Rustanius of Boulder, Colorado! With his own fenced in outdoor play yard and lovely indoor home, Rocky is in heaven. He has been accepted by Patricia’s other animals, and now enjoys starting his day with catnip and a good race around the house. Afternoon is spent napping on Patricia’s bed. He has become attached to Patricia and wraps his arms around her neck when she holds him. Of course, Patricia finds this absolutely endearing!
Welcome, Jack! Jack is an incredible golden labrador who had the misfortune to end up at Montcalm Animal Control in Michigan. R and R Research, a Class B dealer, pulls dogs from Montcalm and sells them into research. Jack needed a helping hand. In the nick of time and with the help of some fabulous women, we had him pulled from the shelter. You couldn’t meet a more adorable fellow. He is charming to adults, kids, and dogs alike. He is even housebroken! Take him for a walk and he is your friend for life. Interested in adopting Jack? Give us a call.
Stay at the Ranch
The Hartville area of Southeastern Wyoming is steeped in history. Here you can find peace and serenity, wildlife and outdoor activities, and, of course, the Kindness Ranch. As a Kindness Ranch member, you can stay in one of our beautiful yurts. Use it as a base while you visit local sites or stay here and help us care for the animals.
Donate to a Worthy Cause
We are the only sanctuary in the country devoted to taking in all kinds of former research animals. Your support makes this possible.
