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Hi, I’m Sandy

Sponsor Me

sandy the goat

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  • Lying in the pasture
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In Spring 2018, Barn Sanctuary was alerted to a hoarding situation in Michigan. Dozens of animals were living in squalor and suffering from extreme neglect. With the help of local law enforcement, we were able to rescue all of the animals from the property. Sandy was among them.

Sandy was being fed marshmallows, granola bars, and cat food—living and sleeping in a cramped barn full of trash and deteriorating equipment. When we found Sandy, she wasn’t able to use her front hooves. They had never been trimmed and she was walking on her front knees. Since arriving at Barn Sanctuary, Sandy’s hooves were trimmed, she was put on a healthy diet, and treated for arthritis. She received acupuncture and laser therapy every two weeks to help improve her mobility. She now uses both front legs with ease!

Sandy is a strong and independent lady. She is older than all the other goat residents, and she prefers to remain apart from the rest of the younger, boisterous herd. She is still very wary of humans. It’s a rare gift for Sandy to let anyone pet or touch her because she is very selective about who she allows close to her. She is calm but assertive when she needs to be.

Sponsorships help us provide daily care, regular medical checkups and cover unexpected emergency care. Sponsor Sandy to help us provide the care she deserves!

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Sandy's Story

August 2018

Rescued by Barn Sanctuary

2003

Sandy is born.

Sponsor Sandy

Your donation will go towards Sandy 's medical expenses, including food, heat and shelter, and more. Donations are tax-deductible.

Make a single donation to support Barn Sanctuary

If you’d prefer to pay by check, please pay the year in advance (12 times the designated monthly amount) and specify which animal you are sponsoring. Also include instructions on how you would like the sponsor certificate and photo sent to you, via email (please include your email address) or via mail (we will use the address on your check). Please send checks to:

Barn Sanctuary
c/o Animal Sponsorships
20179 McKernan Rd.
Chelsea, MI 48118

Barn Sanctuary

We rescue and rehabilitate abused and neglected farmed animals by creating a safe haven where these individuals can recover and thrive.

We envision a world in which farmed animals are seen as individuals and treated with empathy and compassion. 

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Barn Sanctuary
20179 McKernan Dr.
Chelsea, MI 48118

734-270-6845

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