by Laurie Jackson | Dec 10, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Happy Trails is once again registered to receive 5% of your collective ACME receipts! This year’s program runs from September 18, 2014 through February 4, 2015. Visit our Ways to Give page for more details.
by Laurie Jackson | Dec 6, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Holiday gift giving just got easy! Check out our animal gift sponsorships for the rescued animals at Happy Trails. Just click-pick-purchase! We do the rest. Show your compassion this season with this gift of kindness.
by Laurie Jackson | Dec 4, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Peppermint Partty, the brown and white farm pig in the middle, knows the importance of the support of friends! They are snuggled in their new stall in our new farm pig building, made possible by your donations. Thank you! Donate today to show your support of these...
by Laurie Jackson | Dec 2, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Take a break from all of your holiday preparations, you deserve it! Grab a cup of tea and browse through our latest newsletter – December 2014. Be sure to check out our giving tree program and gift sponsorships, the announcement of our 2015 Night of Hope and...
by Laurie Jackson | Dec 1, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Ginny is an 8 year old mini horse. She is from Indiana and was rescued along with 3 other minis, a mini donkey, 3 alpacas and a goat. They were a neglect case and were running loose as their owner gave them no shelter. Ginny was pretty skinny and malnourished at her...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 28, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unknown Breed: Rooster Gender: Male Color: White/brown Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month About Taz June 7, 2015: Taz and Clarabelle have been adopted together!!! Nothing more we can say. We are so happy to see these two off to...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 28, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Don’t forget to stop by the Happy Trails Gift Shop, open today until 5pm and tomorrow too! We have a great selection of logo apparel and gifts as well as ready to go sponsorships for those of your loved ones and friends that are oh so hard to buy for. Give us a...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 28, 2014 | Meet the Animals, Piggies
Status: At Sanctuary Year: Unknown Breed: Farm Pig Gender: Female Color: Pink Adopt: $75.00 Adopt Me! Temple came from a neglect situation with three other farm pigs up for adoption. Temple, Practical, Fifer and Fiddler are all like family and we would prefer that...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 27, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Today, Happy Trails is thankful. Thankful for the animals we are blessed to care for, thankful for our supporters who make it possible, and thankful for the staff and volunteers who dedicate themselves every single day to bring it all together. Have a Happy and...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 24, 2014 | Sanctuary News
The Giving Tree Program is designed for all of us to work together to provide the rescued animals with food, medical supplies and basic care needs throughout the holiday season. Here’s how it works! Visit one of our many Giving Tree locations, or you can call...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 23, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Chrissie Hynde! What a cool supporter to stand behind our mission. We enjoyed the visit this week and can’t wait to see you again! Check it out!
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 22, 2014 | Sanctuary News
He is doing very well and will get to have a wonderful life. He now has 3 screws in his leg which will stabilize it and trigger some boney growth to occur around the screws to help strengthen it even more. He still has a little way to go with a bit more stall rest...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 19, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Happy Trails was set to provide expert witness in a Medina County case that heard a GUILTY before the proceedings even began! Chalk up a win! Read the story reported to you by Donna Miller of the Plain Dealer.
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by Laurie Jackson | Nov 18, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Here’s an opportunity to work with a Non-Profit Organization where you are making a Difference. . . Review the Job Position Available – Assistant to the Director at Happy Trails to see if this might be for you. Please submit the required information by mail...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 16, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Thanks to all of our amazing supporters for donating $1500 towards our goal of $2500 to pay for Pan’s surgery! We have also gotten word that Pan is doing wonderfully and his surgery was a success. He is walking on his leg great and he should have a clean bill of...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 15, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Our goal is to raise $100,000 toward some very important projects, to cover the costs of some routine-but-necessary expenses, and to address veterinary and health care costs. We hope you will review our 2014 Annual Appeal and choose a special area to sponsor that...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 15, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Join the press by HSUS to strengthen Ohio’s lax laws against Cock fighting. Last year alone, Happy Trails took in well over 100 cock fighting roosters. Unfortunately it is very sad but very true that cockfighting is prevalent in Ohio. The laws...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 13, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Pan is a 16-year-old Standardbred gelding who came to Happy Trails in November of 2013 through our Amish Horse Retirement Program. He could no longer go the distance, no longer pull carts day in and day out, and his family was forced to retire him. Pangaia recently...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 13, 2014 | Meet the Animals, Tributes
November 13, 2014: Willis passed away very peacefully surrounded by friends. It was heartbreaking having to say goodbye to the old man, and it definitely won’t be the same without that grumpy little bow-legged dinosaur. The barn was already quieter and a little...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 11, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Willis is the last remaining iconic pot belly at Happy Trails. As a senior citizen, he has reached the point where the best we can do for him is help him cross. Of course he has been spoiled with bowls of goodies and rubdowns with baby lotion – hugs and kisses...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 9, 2014 | Sanctuary News
What a wonderful event. A beautiful turnout, a scrumptious meal and shopping until we all dropped. Thank you to all who attended and those who could not but supported Happy Trails from afar. We continue to feel blessed by the constant outpouring of support shown to...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 5, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unknown Breed: Jersey Giant Gender: Male Color: Black Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month About the Jersey Giants August 20, 2015: We are proud and happy to announce that all of these guys have been adopted out to loving homes. These three...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 5, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unknown Breed: Rooster Gender: Male Color: Black Adoption Fee: $10 each Sponsor Fee: $20/month About Larry & Curly January 6, 2016: A visit to the sanctuary to adopt some hens and our visitor left with Larry and Curly as well. We wish them...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 5, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adoptable Age: Unknown Breed: Rooster Gender: Male Color: Red/black Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month Ready to Adopt? About Tiki July 9, 2015: Tiki was adopted with his little harem of white hens today! They are going to greener pastures to...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 5, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: At Sanctuary Age: Unknown Breed: American Game Bantam Gender: Male Color: Red/Black Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month Ready to Adopt? About Spike Spike has recently come back into our adoption program. One thing is for certain, he is a beautiful...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 4, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Compassionate Thanksgiving this Saturday, November 8th! Already have your tickets? Encourage your family, friends and co-workers to get their tickets. Don’t wait until the last minute. An amazing Thanksgiving buffet Todaro’s is creating just for Happy...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 30, 2014 | Adopted
Status: Adopted! Year Born: 1993 Breed: National Show Horse Gender: Gelding Color: Bay Adoption Fee: $250 Sponsor Fee: $50/month About Graciano October 30, 2014: Graciano went to his new home yesterday! This guys gets a chance at a new beginning with an amazing...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 27, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Calypso has found a home! She now lives with 3 incredible friendly goats, 3 ducks and Francis the goose, who was also adopted from Happy Trails! Calypso’s new goat friends will definitely teach her that people are not all scary and there is nothing to be afraid...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 27, 2014 | Adopted
Status: Adopted! Age: 2010 Breed: Pygmy Goat Gender: Doe Color: Gray/Black Adoption Fee: $75 Sponsor Fee: $40/month About Calypso October 29, 2014: Calypso has been adopted! She is in a wonderful home with 3 other friendly goats! They are teaching her how to love...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 27, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Esperanza has been doing spectacularly in her foster home! The quiet environment and consistency have proven to be just what the doctor ordered! Since her arrival at her foster, she has made a complete transformation! While at the sanctuary, Esperanza was nervous and...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 10, 2014 | Sanctuary News
This week’s featured animals are the California hens! After rescuing 240 of these lovely girls from an egg farm in California last year, we are down to only 14! These girls were flown from California to Farm Sanctuary in New York where a crew from Happy Trails...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 9, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Year Born: 2008 Breed: Mini-Horse Gender: Gelding Color: Bay/White Adoption Fee: $100 Sponsor Fee: $50/month About Casino October 9, 2014: Casino has been adopted! He found a wonderful home with people to spoil him, a fluffy stall, grass and a couple...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 9, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Casino has been adopted! This amazing little guy has a wonderful home and a people to spoil him rotten! He deserves it after his long journey from his terrible situation in Indiana. His new mom is very excited to add him to her family! He will be able to have his last...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 9, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Need a boost for your week? How about the news that Renaissance, our 24-year-old blind, and recently gelded guy has been adopted!?!? I can’t imagine the spirit it took for this wonderful equine friend to have endured his years of neglect. He came to us with his...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 1, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted Year Born: 1990 Breed: Appaloosa Gender: Stallion Color: Grey Adoption Fee: $150 Sponsor Fee: $50/month About ‘Renny’ October 1, 2014: Renaissance, our 24-year-old blind, and recently gelded guy has been adopted! I can’t...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 23, 2014 | Meet the Animals, Tributes
September 23, 2014: It is with very heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Delilah, our beautiful Appaloosa mare removed with her three siblings, father and nine sheep from a severe neglect case just a few months ago. Yesterday, she crossed the Rainbow Bridge. The very...
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by Laurie Jackson | Sep 15, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Austin came from a neglect case. He was adopted, then returned through no fault of his own. He has THE biggest personality on the sanctuary! He is a goof ball! He loves playing with jolly balls and muck tubs. He is so sweet and gets along with every other horse, pony,...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 13, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Year Born: 2000 Breed: Appaloosa Gender: Gelding Color: Roan Appy Adoption Fee: $250 Sponsor Fee: $50/month About Bowie Sept 13, 2014: Our boy went to his new home today! We are so excited for this lovable guy! It is amazing to see the sad,...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 13, 2014 | Sanctuary News
We are so excited for this lovable guy! It is amazing to see the sad, skinny horse with terribly overgrown hooves and urine scalding turn into such a gorgeous, sweet guy and being able to let him start his life again. He has a new best horse friend, a huge clean stall...
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by Laurie Jackson | Sep 13, 2014 | Sanctuary News
What better way to celebrate the holiday season than with kindness, compassion, and a simply amazing animal-friendly (vegan) buffet created exclusively for Happy Trails from our good friends at Todaro’s Party Center in Akron! A limited number of tickets will be sold...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 12, 2014 | Sanctuary News
She is one of our amazing farm pigs. She is one of our “small” farm pigs since she weighs about 400 pounds. Temple was rescued from a neglect situation with a few other farm pigs- Fiddler, Fifer and Cal. Temple had a surgery to fix an umbilical hernia when...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 10, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unspecified Breed: Cock Fighter Gender: Male Color: White/brown Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month About Adam Sept 10, 2014: Adam was adopted! Our friends at Lasa Sanctuary added Adam to their flock! He has a shelter and a yard for...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 10, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Sign up today to attend this first seminar of a three-part series on animal rescue taught by Happy Trails founder and director, Annette Fisher. This is a great educational opportunity for law enforcement officers and humane agents, although anyone interested in...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 28, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Happy Trails will be attending this great event being hosted by the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter. Grab your leashes and save the date! What a great location to enjoy a beautiful September day with your family pet. Don’t have one yet? Bring your heart...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 25, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Our featured horse this week is Sueno! Sueno is Spanish for “dream”. He came from Mahoning County with two other horses and was emaciated and had a terrible coat. His weight is now back where it should be and he is a gorgeous liver chestnut color. Sueno is...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 22, 2014 | Sanctuary News
This week, our featured animal is Adam! Adam is one of our cock fight roosters that were rescued last year. He is a gorgeous boy. The belief is that cock fight roosters are mean, but most of them are sweet as can be- just like Adam! Adam suffers from some brain damage...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 20, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Promote your business or organization while showing your support for the rescued animals and the services provided by Happy Trails. Fact: Approximately 5,000 hard copies direct mailed tosupporters Fact: 1,000 hard copies distributed via lobbies, waiting rooms,...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 20, 2014 | Sanctuary News
George & Joyce, owners of DraftTack.com have been keeping our horses safely haltered for nearly 3 years… They donate matching lead lines for every halter we order….. They are proud owners of rescued draft horses… And they supply an amazing online...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 18, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Why? Because despite the weather, we had great participation from wonderful people and a great cause to celebrate! Thank you to all who came out to share the day. Be sure to click on the 2014 Golf Outing group photo to get a close look at our happy participants. ...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 7, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, Inc. is seeking to hire just such an individual to fill the full-time position of Sanctuary Manager. Qualified candidates must possess the following: • Prior supervisory/managerial experience • Associate degree or higher • ...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 4, 2014 | Sanctuary News
You don’t have to be a pro golfer to help raise funds for the animal rescue programs at Happy Trails! Get your golfing guys and gals together and team up for a fun brunch, lunch and relaxing day of golf at the Fairways at Twin Lakes. Great prizes. Great course. Great...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 3, 2014 | Sanctuary News
In the midst of this deplorable situation, we can’t help but feel a pride in the combined efforts it took to facilitate this rescue. Representatives from the Portage County APL, Bird Nerds from Canton and Happy Trails worked together seamlessly to save these...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 3, 2014 | Sanctuary News
This is the biggest edition of the Happy Trails newsletter that we’ve ever created! Discover some great animal rescue stories, find ways to get involved, get sanctuary updates, learn about upcoming events and seminars, and keep in the loop! Get your summer...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 3, 2014 | Sanctuary News
You don’t have to be a pro golfer to help raise funds for the animal rescue programs at Happy Trails! Get your golfing guys and gals together and team up for a fun brunch, lunch and relaxing day of golf at the Fairways at Twin Lakes. Great prizes. Great course. Great...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 3, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Do you have an awesome vegan entree, snack, dessert or smoothie (or anything else, even dog treats!) recipe worthy of sharing? What about a non-vegan one? If you do, let me know! Of course, this book is going to have strictly animal friendly (vegan) recipes, but our...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 2, 2014 | Sanctuary News
This year’s Thanksgiving is going to be a unique event, offering a great way to kick-start your holiday season with kindness and compassion. Check out the details here…
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 31, 2014 | Meet the Animals, Tributes
July 31, 2014: While Peaches was coming out of her anesthesia, somehow her trachea collapsed. It happened very suddenly. All of the vets worked extremely hard to try and save her. Unfortunately, they were unable to get her to breathe on her own again. They...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 31, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unspecified Breed: Cow Gender: Male Color: Brown Adoption Fee: $50 Sponsor Fee: $35/month About Gallagher Gallagher the Cow’s owner checked in with us to let us know how well he is doing. Spoiled from what we can see!! Love the...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 29, 2014 | Sanctuary News
The Humane Society of Elkhart County, Indiana, has requested Happy Trails assistance with a recent farm animal rescue. Though we have little room available at the sanctuary, we have agreed to pre-approve homes for the following rescued animals and have their new...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 28, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: At Sanctuary Age: Unknown Breed: Red Cap Cross Gender: Rooster Color: Red/Black Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month Ready to Adopt? About Willey Willey was found as an abandoned rooster and is a tough one. He is such a pretty and personable little guy who...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 28, 2014 | Meet the Animals, Tributes
Status: At Sanctuary Age: Unknown Breed: American Game Bantam Gender: Rooster Color: Red/Black Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month Ready to Adopt? About Tom Tom is a very curious boy who loves treats. He gets very excited when people come to visit and is loved...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 28, 2014 | Meet the Animals, Tributes
Status: At Sanctuary Age: Unknown Breed: Spangled American Game Bantam Gender: Rooster Color: Red/Blue/White Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month Ready to Adopt? About Lenny Lenny is a gorgeous and unusually colored rooster. But looks are not his only claim. He...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 28, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unknown Breed: Roosters Gender: Males Color: Black/tan Adoption Fee: $10 each Sponsor Fee: $20/month About Alvin and Marvin May 19, 2015: Great news!!! These two guys have landed a wonderful forever home. We wish them the best of luck!!...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 28, 2014 | Sanctuary News
The Akron Yoga Project is holding the last of three in a three class series to benefit Happy Trails. This one will be held at Lock 3 in Akron! Please consider joining us! In light of all the recent rescued horses, we could sure use the zen and the donations!...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 28, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Year Born: 2003 Breed: Appaloosa Gender: Mare Color: Black w/ White Height: 14.2hh Adoption Fee: $500 Sponsor Fee: $50/month About Galaxy March 20, 2015: Galaxy has been adopted! Her foster mom just could not part with her as adoption inquiries came...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 28, 2014 | Adopted
Status: Adopted! Age: Unspecified Breed: Unspecified Gender: Hens Color: Brown Adoption Fee: $5 Sponsor Fee: $20/month Ready to Adopt? About These Hens December 4, 2014: All of these lovely ladies have been adopted! Thank you to everyone who has adopted these hens!...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 23, 2014 | Sanctuary News
We have made a commitment to bring you more of what you love most, compassionate, inspirational, revealing and compelling photos of our lovable rescued animals at the sanctuary. Check back often for new photos! Just click on ‘Sanctuary Photos’ under the...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 8, 2014 | Sanctuary News
AYP is holding the 2nd class in a three class series to benefit Happy Trails. This one will be held at Lock 3 in Akron! Please consider joining them as all class donations will benefit Happy Trails. What a great way to show your support, relieve some stress and focus...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 4, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unknown Breed: Pot Bellied Pig Gender: Female Color: Black and White Adoption Fee: $50 Sponsor Fee: $35/month About Munna December 15, 2015: After about a year in foster care, we were given the great news that Munna is actually in her forever...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 1, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Having no animals of this type is a good thing! It means we have successfully adopted all of them to loving homes and have the room to rescue and rehabilitate others. Please check back soon or browse our other wonderful animals in need of a forever...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 1, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Many thanks to Cory (16) and Alex (12), and Jeff (12) and Chase (16) who chose Happy Trails as the recipients of their earnings from National Lemonade day. They were able to raise $165 to benefit the rescued animals of Happy Trails. Great job boys!
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 30, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Happy Trails summer fundraiser, selling concrete yard decor such as planters, bird baths, welcome signs, memorial stones and statuary, is going great! Thanks to everyone who purchased a concrete item to help support the animals. Though we have sold a ton (probably a...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 30, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Year Born: 1993 Breed: Quarter Horse Gender: Gelding Color: Red Roan Height: 15.3hh Adoption Fee: $150 Sponsor Fee: $50/month Ready to Adopt? About Grant June 30, 2014: Benny and Grant, two wonderful Quarter horses who we would love to adopt out...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 30, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Year Born: 1996 Breed: Quarter Horse Gender: Gelding Color: Chestnut Height: 15hh Adoption Fee: $150 Sponsor Fee: $50/month Ready to Adopt? About Benny June 30, 2014: Benny and Grant, two wonderful Quarter horses who we would love to adopt out...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 28, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unknown Breed: Cock Fighter Gender: Male Color: White/brown Adoption Fee: $10 Sponsor Fee: $20/month About Albert February 18, 2016: Another guy adopted out to spend the rest of his days happy! Albert is a sweet guy. He would love to have a...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 25, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Two weeks ago today we got this gorgeous mare, her 2 sisters, brother and father at Happy Trails. Her feet were so overgrown and twisted that she could hardly stand. Her muscles, tendons and ligaments were strained. Everyone was crossing their fingers that she would...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 25, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Fox 8 weatherman and animal-lover, Dick Goddard, has been a long-time fan of Happy Trails from way back when. He plans to make an appearance at Sunday’s Moving Forward Open House to visit his furry and feathered friends and to be part of the festivities, so be...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 17, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: 1983 Breed: Arabian Gender: Gelding Color: Sorrel Adoption Fee: $150 Sponsor Fee: $50 About Milagro June 12, 2014: Milagro has indeed been reunited with his owner from long ago and has arrived safely. Doing much better since we rescued him from...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 17, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Milagro has indeed been reunited with his owner from long ago and has arrived safely. Doing much better since we rescued him from his situation of neglect and armed with the love he has been provided, Milagro (Pete) will live out his remaining years with the comfort...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 17, 2014 | Sanctuary News
It was a solemn day yesterday, as we laid to rest George, a founding pig and 15-year resident, as well as those we lost in the fire along with other animals we have helped cross over. Heaven’s trail, our cemetery, is another of the areas of the sanctuary you...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 13, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: 5+ Breed: Sheep Gender: Wether (Castrated Male) Color: White with Black Face Adoption Fee: $75 Sponsor Fee: $40 About Avis June 13, 2014: Avis, Pecora, Cordero, and Samantha went to their new home in Pennsylvania yesterday. They are so happy in...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 13, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unspecified Breed: Unspecified Gender: Ewe Color: White with Black Face Adoption Fee: $225 for the whole family Sponsor Fee: $40/month About Pecora June 13, 2014: Avis, Pecora, Cordero, and Samantha went to their new home in Pennsylvania...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 13, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adoptable Age: Unspecified Breed: Unspecified Gender: Wether (Castrated Male) Color: White with White face Adoption Fee: $75 Sponsor Fee: $40/month About Cordero June 13, 2014: Avis, Pecora, Cordero, and Samantha went to their new home in Pennsylvania...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 13, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: Unspecified Breed: Unspecifed Gender: Ewe Color: White w/ Black Face Adoption Fee: $75 Sponsor Fee: $40/month About Samantha June 13, 2014: Avis, Pecora, Cordero, and Samantha went to their new home in Pennsylvania yesterday. They are so happy...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 12, 2014 | Sanctuary News
AYP is holding class in the wonderful Gorge Metro Park in Cuyahoga Falls. Please consider joining them as all class donations will benefit Happy Trails. Be one of the first to attend and receive complimentary tickets to our Moving Forward Open House only a little over...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 12, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Five horses, 9 sheep. As it often goes that old barn on an overgrown property, looking abandoned and unkempt is the home for beloved animals for years. It started less than 2 months ago with a rescue of our three amigos and has not stopped since then. We have taken in...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 8, 2014 | Sanctuary News
It’s been a minute and you won’t believe the difference in the blink of an eye. Our arena is now a complete structure with sides and interior walls. The doors are being hung and come Monday, the spouting will be installed. This will be the last update...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 4, 2014 | Sanctuary News
A huge thank you to those who participated in the Charity in Motion motorcycle run yesterday. The route brought you right past the animals you were riding for and we all appreciated the visit and the waves!
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 1, 2014 | Sanctuary News
She has settled in nicely with her new goat friends and a special needs sheep. It’s because of your support and the hard work of our dedicated staff and volunteers that these amazing rescues happen. Who would have thought together we could rescue a special needs...
by Laurie Jackson | May 30, 2014 | Sanctuary News
We have lost a beloved friend and founder. Read the details and pay tribute to George, one of Happy Trails founding piggies.
by Laurie Jackson | May 30, 2014 | Meet the Animals, Tributes
May 29, 2014: Sad news to report. We have lost our wonderful friend and founding pig, George. Recently his tumors were biopsied and George was found to have cancer. During his examination it was found that he had a severe infection possibly caused by a sharp tooth...
by Laurie Jackson | May 28, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Less than a week later and even through the holiday weekend work continued on the amazing structure we know to be our new arena! It’s unbelievable how quickly things are progressing and we cannot wait for you all to see it in person.
by Laurie Jackson | May 28, 2014 | Adopted, Meet the Animals
Status: Adopted! Age: < 1 year Breed: Unspecified Gender: Feale Color: White/Brown Adoption Fee: $75 Sponsor Fee: $40/month About Ella May 28, 2014: Ella has been adopted and was taken to her new home, a Secret Garden. This enchanting place is home to 3 other...
by Laurie Jackson | May 28, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Once again we are blessed with a beautiful array of photographs from a recent visit to the sanctuary by Lynn Ishay from Cleveland.com
by Laurie Jackson | May 28, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Today the itinerary for our Moving Forward Open House is available. Sunday, June 22nd will be full of informative demonstrations and exciting activities. Be sure to schedule your day ahead of time by printing the Open House Itinerary.
by Laurie Jackson | May 27, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Today I took Queenie and George to Ohio State. Queenie needed a hoof trim, and George needed a hoof trim as well as a health check-up. He has been losing weight recently, despite having his food increased and getting treats. He also developed a strange odor. First the...
by Laurie Jackson | May 22, 2014 | Sanctuary News
I am still amazed that a pile of “sticks” that were laying next to the horse barn are creating the new arena. Seeing the sheer size that the building will be is very exciting! As I stand and stare at the space, I can see the future — I can see the horse...
by Laurie Jackson | May 20, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Preview Annette’s Special Radio Interview on K105 WQXK Be the first to listen the two part interview with founder, Annette Fisher, spotlighting the upcoming ‘Moving Forward Open House’. Get the scoop on all of the fun we have in store for you, your...
by Laurie Jackson | May 20, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Unbelievable! That is the word I would use to start to describe the feeling of seeing the initial construction begin on the new covered arena for Happy Trails. We have worked hard on raising funding for this major project and have waited patiently (ok, impatiently)...
by Laurie Jackson | May 16, 2014 | Sanctuary News
Had a wonderful visit with the residents of Pebble Creek Nursing Home in Akron on Wednesday. We love to be a part of the connection between the elderly and our farm animal friends. Thank you all for supporting our Farm Animal Visitation program! Your donations allow...
