THE POWER OF VOLUNTERING AT HEEFS
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What happens when 20 to 30 caring volunteers show up at the sanctuary with sleeves rolled up and hearts wide open?
A lot, actually.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF DAILY OBSERVATIONS AND REGULAR HEALTH CHECKS
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At Happily Ever Esther Farm sanctuary, the health and well-being of our residents is always top of mind. Every day, our team keeps a close eye on everyone—from morning barn openings to evening tuck-ins.
Read MoreRESTED PASTURES, HAPPY PIGS: CARING FOR OUR RESIDENTS AND THE LAND
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At Happily Ever Esther Farm Sanctuary, the health of our land is just as important as the well-being of the residents who call it home. That’s why we practice rotational grazing and give our pastures intentional periods of rest. Over the past month, we’ve allowed several pig pastures to rest completely—no grazing, no foot traffic—just time for the grass to recover, regrow, and replenish.
Read MorePARASITE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT IN SMALL RUMINANTS
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Spring is in the air, which means warmer weather, growing pastures, and more time for our residents to soak up the sunshine. But it also means that parasites are becoming more active. Parasite prevention and treatment can be complex, but with good management practices and vigilance, we’re able to stay ahead of the curve and keep our goats and sheep healthy and comfortable.
Read MoreSPRING CHALLENGES AT THE SANCTUARY
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As the snow melts and the first buds of spring begin to emerge, we enter a time of change, renewal, and, yes, challenges. While spring is a time of hope and growth, it also presents a unique set of hurdles. Every season brings its own rhythm, but we still have a lot to learn about our new property!
Read MoreREPRODUCTIVE HEALTHCARE FOR HENS AT HEEFS
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With spring approaching and daylight hours increasing, we’re seeing more of the hens begin to lay eggs. This natural increase in egg-laying activity is triggered by the longer days and greater sunlight exposure, which activate their reproductive hormones.
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