by Laurie Jackson | Oct 16, 2013 | Sanctuary News
You won’t want to miss the latest edition of the Happy Trails newsletter which is sure to re-inspire you! Please be sure to share it with friends, family and co-workers.
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 8, 2013 | Sanctuary News
There are 105 hens left to be adopted and we have some adoptions pending! Not too bad for twenty days! If you would like to Name a Hen we still have some that have not been sponsored. Also, give us a call if you are ready to adopt! $2 per hen donations can be made by...
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 7, 2013 | Sanctuary News
We welcome you to attend this event where Founder/Executive Director of Happy Trails, Annette Fisher, will be speaking at noon and available to answer any questions regarding our organization. Please join us for this free family event!
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 4, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Occasionally Happy Trails Animal Caregiver/Manager Ashley Ehmann loads up some of our animal friends and makes the trek to OSU to save costs and consolidate the many veterinary needs encountered at the sanctuary. Instead of recapping we decided to let you take a peak...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 25, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Click here to read, download and share our latest important campaign!
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 25, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Our Rescue Journey is Complete! 250 Hens Are Now Safely at Happy Trails Looking for the updates on our adventure? please visit our Facebook page. Also check out our Webpage for all of the media links and adoption information. "A personal Thank You" for...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 24, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Set Your Radio Alarm to Wake Up to K105FM tomorrow (Sunday) morning at 7am to hear my cheery voice! I will be on the air for a half hour from 7am to 7:30am with Forum Program host and K105FM morning DJ MaryAnn Graff to talk about – what else –...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 23, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Donations and Prayers are Needed for Jolie's Surgery…All Went Well Many of you have come to know and love Jolie, the affectionate pink pot belly pig. Recently a lump was discovered and she was diagnosed with cancer. Jolie has had her surgery and...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 21, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Construction for New Sawdust/Hay/Straw Building Now Underway Happy Trail's new pole barn building to store sawdust, hay and straw is being built all by volunteers. It is 24’ wide x 32’ long x 17’ high in the front to allow for the dump truck to...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 19, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Together We Can Build a Covered Arena for Rescue Horses “In a world full of people who couldn’t care less, choose to be someone who couldn’t care more.” We need your support! Happy Trails Covered Arena Campaign gets underway with hopes of...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 19, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Celebrate Bill's 11th birthday!! Help us celebrate Bill's birthday and year two in retirement by reading his story and seeing just how amazing his recovery has been. He is one lucky guy and has an amazing adoptive mom.
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 19, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Our Apologies!! Ravenna Flash Flood Prevented HTFAS from attending Hudson Event Last night, Thursday August 8th, Happy Trails was scheduled to be at a community event at the Rejoice Lutheran Church in Hudson. Mother Nature had different plans. Read...
by Laurie Jackson | Sep 17, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Many thanks to Lisa Sands and the Folks from Whole Foods for joining the Happy Trails crew for a special sanctuary work day. We are working to clear out the woods to make a better and more safe turn out area for the horses. These guys even brought us a vegan lunch!...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 4, 2013 | Sanctuary News
2013 Fall Intern Positions HTFAS is accepting applicants from universities, colleges and continuing education organizations for students wishing to participate in the sanctuary internship program for Fall of 2013.
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by Laurie Jackson | Aug 4, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Give a Warm Welcome to our Latest Rescues As we bid a fond farewell to the recent outflow of adopted animals, we are brought back to the task at hand by our newly acquired pig friends. Let us introduce Hershey, a completely adorable 3-year-old neutered pot belly pig...
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 3, 2013 | Sanctuary News
HTFAS and Akron Aeros FUNday Video Boy do I have a treat for you! Thanks to GO2 Advertising for this amazing video of our fun day at Canal Park. They really did an outstanding job capturing the feel of our work and fun at every community event.
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 22, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Roosters are Flyin' Out of Happy Trails Check out this latest update on our rescued rooster friends.
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 21, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Happy Trails Assists Cleveland Animal Control in Seizing Over 80 Roosters Spread the word! Happy Trails is requesting money donations as well as help in finding suitable homes for these birds. There are some magnificent, friendly roosters...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 4, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Lenny's New Digs A huge thank you to Cindy and her dad and their hard work on the new outdoor pens. It is amazing after only a few minutes of feeling dirt for what may be the first time, Lenny decides to take a dust bath. He later went on to bathe more...
by Laurie Jackson | Apr 25, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Attention Businesses: Sponsor A “Horse Cave” Yearly sponsorships of the recovery stalls for the rescued horses are now available. Neglected Mini Horse Now Safe at Happy Trails It took about thirty minutes just to help this little man...
by Laurie Jackson | Mar 12, 2013 | Sanctuary News
March 12, 2013 Happy Trails took in 34 roosters and 3 hens that were rescued during a cockfighting bust in Cleveland. Many of them were very thin. Most of the roosters had their combs or wattles cut off or were missing their talons. This is fairly typical with...
by Laurie Jackson | Mar 8, 2013 | Sanctuary News
If you could have a question answered in relation to your past, present, or future that would bring you peace of mind, what would that question be? What about your pets… Are you concerned about your dog’s health, your cat’s behavior, or why your...
by Laurie Jackson | Mar 7, 2013 | Sanctuary News
March 7, 2013 There are currently 18 outdoor pot belly pigs that are looking for homes at Happy Trails. It is often difficult to find homes for them because they are not able to live indoors. Since they have lived their lives outside, bringing them inside can be very...
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by Laurie Jackson | Mar 2, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Our Newest Fundraiser, Art Barn, is Only a Week Away! Don't miss out on this great event. Match the generosity of our donations with your support by attending and browsing through the great items for sale. Anyone interested in a signed OSU jersey from...
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 27, 2013 | Sanctuary News
February 27, 2013 Zagato has only been at Happy Trails for a short time but he is already settling in very nicely. Everyone that meets him falls in love. He is on a specialized diet which will help him to slowly regain weight and strength. When an animal is...
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 21, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Zagato recently came to Happy Trails through the Amish Horse Retirement Program. Find out more about him Here.
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 19, 2013 | Sanctuary News
February 18, 2013 In the winter on any wamer day at Happy Trails, all of the animals come outside to play and enjoy the sun. We recently had one of these days when the sun decided to make an appearance and all of our animals, especially the horses, made the most of...
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 14, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Happy Valentine's Day! In honor of Valentine's Day, we offer pictures of just a sampling of the couples and best friends at Happy Trails.
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 10, 2013 | Sanctuary News
Glitzy the pig was rescued during a snowstorm. She had a recent trip to the vet which ended up costing $649. Happy Trails could use some assitance covering these costs. Also, this sweet little girl is available for adoption. Click Here to find out more about this...
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 10, 2013 | Sanctuary News
February 10, 2013 Sadie went to her new forever home today. Sadie was one of seven horses rescued from the Mt. Hope horse auction. Her eye had ruptured and it looked very painful. We knew we had to save this poor girl. Her life ended up being worth $25. We brought her...
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 8, 2013 | Sanctuary News
February 8, 2013 Back at the end of October, Happy Trails took in 14 hens and 5 turkeys that were abandoned in Cleveland. During hurricane Sandy these birds were dumped in the road near the Cleveland APL. Happy Trails was contacted to help take these birds in. They...
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 4, 2013 | Sanctuary News
February 4, 2013 Do you love yoga? Or would you like to try it out? Well here is a great opportunity for you to do yoga while supporting the animals at Happy Trails. Oasis Yoga Spa is going to hold "Flow for a Cause" on Friday, March 22, 2013 from 7:00...
by Laurie Jackson | Feb 3, 2013 | Sanctuary News
February 2, 2013 It has been a very cold couple of days here at Happy Trails. Many of our animals have been staying inside under heatlamps to keep warm. Hopefully the warm weather will come back, even if it is just for a day or two. Cold weather, especially with...
by Laurie Jackson | Jan 24, 2013 | Sanctuary News
January 24, 2013 Kachina was a very adorable back seat driver during her recent trip to the farrier. If you saw the January updates you may know that we have found a much closer farrier that will work on Kachina's feet. Ed Cigany is a very great farrier that works...
by Laurie Jackson | Jan 23, 2013 | Sanctuary News
January 23, 2013 Great News! Construction is coming along nicely on the new bathroom at Happy Trails. Once this project is completed there will be a very nice heated restroom, which especially on these cold days will be great for our animal caregivers and volunteers....
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 30, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Equine ornaments, pendants, statues, and pins are part of this special collectors series created by Akron's own talented and well-known artisan, Don Drumm! Grab the brochure now!
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 23, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Pickwick and Frolic along with Cleveland Sports Host “Happy Hour for Happy Trails” Dec. 12th Be sure to join us for a fun evening, complete with celebrity bar tenders, raffle and auctions for sports tickets and more, at Kevin's Martini Bar at...
by Laurie Jackson | Nov 19, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Now safe at Happy Trails, 5 domestic turkeys and a flock of brown Cornish hens were abandoned under a bridge in the city of Cleveland. Help us name them! Here’s their story.
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by Laurie Jackson | Oct 25, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Hey Fans! The October newsletter can now be seen on the newsletter section of the website. –> Click Here To View <–
by Laurie Jackson | Oct 16, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Donna Miller, reporter for the Cleveland Plain Dealer, shared information about Happy Trails recent horse rescue in her column. Check it out here. On October 12, 2012, HTFAS rescued seven horses from the Mt. Hope (Mid-Ohio Draft Horse) Auction in Holmes County....
by Laurie Jackson | Aug 15, 2012 | Sanctuary News
She looked sad and miserable when I first saw her. Pollyanna had been found by a good samaritan driving along the road. She glanced to the side and saw a pile of feathers lying next to the road in a ditch, and thought that it was so sad to see the dead turkey laying...
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 10, 2012 | Sanctuary News
A stray, apparently abandoned baby farm pig would like to share with you her secrets to staying cool during this dreadful heat wave. Willow joined us this past Thursday, July 5th, and came to Happy Trails from the Delaware area. Here’s her story…
by Laurie Jackson | Jul 10, 2012 | Sanctuary News
He loves to be held. He’ll lay his tiny body against your chest and tuck his sleepy little head up under your chin and half-close his eyes and lick his nose. He’s just a baby. On Tuesday, June 26, this precious eight-week-old baby goat arrived at Happy Trails,...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 15, 2012 | Sanctuary News
A large, gentle rooster was discovered in the city of Akron, duct tape wound around his feet and spurs. He was missing most of his feathers, and the scar tissue around his face told a story of being used as a “bait” animal for animal fighting. The horrors...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 15, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Wanting to grant her terminally-ill father a very special wish,Holly Butterfield contacted Happy Trails to see if there was a pig who wouldbe able to do a home. Dale Butterfield had always wanted a pet pig, and his wish was to see a pig and have it come visit him....
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 7, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Two mares arrived together at Happy Trails on Thursday, January 5th, 2011. Exactly one week to the day before these girls arrived at Happy Trails we welcomed Sonyador, a big, sweet, Percheron-Standardbred-mix mare, who was experiencing the same situation. A fellow...
by Laurie Jackson | Jun 7, 2012 | Sanctuary News
In the Fall of 2011, Happy Trails assisted a county humane society with the removal of an assortment of farm animals from a situation of severe neglect. Recently the owner plead guilty in court and the animals that were removed were officially signed over to Happy...
by Laurie Jackson | May 25, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Get the latest Happy Trails news in our 2011 Holiday Newsletter Edition! Click Here To Get!
by Laurie Jackson | May 25, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Not sure what to get that co-worker, friend or relative who has everything? GIve them a baby calf, or a pig, or a sheep, or any one of the rescued animals by sponsoring a farm animal in their honor! Click here for details
by Laurie Jackson | May 25, 2012 | Sanctuary News
Meet Sonyador! This beautiful Percheron mare just arrived at Happy Trails on Thursday evening, December 29, 2011. An email came across my desk earlier that day listing three Amish-owned horses that were already at a broker in Pennsylvania. They would be on their way...
