We had a very dark day on the farm last Sunday, when Ben, everybody’s favourite goat, died of a metabolic disorder that had affected his vital organs, fatty deposits, and bladder. Considered by the dairy industry to be a waste product, Ben’s fate would normally be to go to slaughter at 6 days old. Rescued […]
This year the sanctuary pigs enjoyed the best Christmas gift ever from the wonderful people at Lush Cosmetics. The pigs got a brand new barn, with their own private waterhole just steps from their front door. Each year Farm Animal Rescue holds a Christmas feast for the sanctuary pigs. At the feast supporters and their
When: Saturday December 27, 2014 – 10 to 2 Where: 1713 Dayboro Road, Dayboro The farm is open from 10am to 2pm. A suggested $5 donation applies. Kids and sponsors free. Please bring sunscreen, a hat and water. We recommend that you wear long trousers. Visitors not wearing fully enclosed shoes will be denied access to the pig
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FACT Over 95% of Australia’ s pork products is produced in Factory Farms Approximately 5 million pigs are slaughtered each year in Australia Pigs are intelligent Pigs have a highly evolved social structure Pigs share DNA mutations with humans making them susceptible to depression among other illnesses and diseases. Pigs are sensitive inquisitive creatures, and have
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If you are able to provide any of the following, in good working condition, please let us know! We need them for the sanctuary. Medium to large refrigerator Front-loaded washing machine 10,000 litre water tank Small table with four or more chairs If you can help with any of these items, please let us know
1713 Dayboro Road
Dayboro
QLD 4521
President - Brad King
Treasurer - Chris Harvell
Director - Carol Slater
Director - Cheryl Evans
Director - Leizl Estioko
Secretary - Olivia Spadina