Oh hai!

We provide a safe haven for abused and neglected farmed animals.

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2022 Barn Sanctuary Public Tour Season

20179 McKernan Rd. Chelsea, MI 48118

You will hear their rescue stories and history, discover surprising facts and qualities of each rescue- behavior, character, quirks, and more - and better understand why Barn Sanctuary is here and why our work is so important.

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Meet the Animals

Ginger the Sheep

I’m a sweet, gentle girl who loves being held like a baby.

Hopper the Cow

His remaining ears have fully healed, though we will need to monitor them closely, especially in cold weather (mini cow earmuffs?).

Dexter the Cow

Dexter has a personality with a punch! She’s rowdy and ready to play.

Roy the Chicken

I am a fierce protector of my flock, and I love my gal pals MJ and Izzy.

Lyra the Pig

I was lucky to be born at a sanctuary. I got the medical help I needed and now I’m thriving!

Lola the Goat

I love LOTS of human attention and I’m always picture perfect ready.

Mabel the Cow

I have mobility issues right now but am working on walking on my own again! I look forward to a day when I can run in the pasture.

Johnny the Pig

I’m sometimes confused with a sheep but I’m really a pig!

Emmy the Goat

I was so tired and sick when I arrived. It feels great to be gaining my health back.

Hamilton the Chicken

I hope to make friends soon, but I have some trust issues I’m working on.

Mary Pete the Donkey

I love dessert! For humans it might be cake, for me it’s a nice crisp apple!

You belong here.

We operate on all levels from a position of kindness, mutual respect, and belonging, welcoming everyone to participate in our mission to spread compassion for farmed animals everywhere.

Saving lives. Spreading love.

We rescue farmed animals from cases of abuse and neglect. We are building a future where they will be seen as individuals and treated with empathy and compassion.

Care and shelter.

We give each animal in our care the highest possible quality of life with top medical care and enriched, clean and safe living environments.

Education and advocacy.

We show farmed animals in a new light, highlighting their individuality by sharing their unique stories and educating the public about the treatment of animals raised for human consumption.

Learn more about our vision

Serving up compassion!

Kitchen Companion is Barn Sanctuary’s meal planner that creates customized meal plans to fit your values. Enjoy balanced, healthy, plant-based recipes with free support from food experts.

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See What’s New

September 23, 2022

Cruelty-Free Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Recipe

August 23, 2022

Resident Spotlight: Portia & Twitch

July 7, 2022

Introducing Barn Sanctuary’s New Executive Director, Cynthia VanRenterghem

Help Support Our Mission

Barn Sanctuary is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating abused and neglected farmed animals by creating a safe haven where these individuals can recover, thrive, and serve as an example for why we strive to lead society towards a plant-based lifestyle.

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