Becoming An Animal Sponsor
We have a wide variety of unique animals that each carry their own personality. While we may not have favourites (yes, we do - we just shouldn't say because they're all fabulous) we understand that you may! If you're interested in helping out and want to sponsor a specific animal, then you're in the right place. We add updates often, check back & scroll down to see some of the stories.
Meet the Animals
HONEY
Honey has been part of our sanctuary family since 2014, and from the moment she arrived, we knew she was something special. She came to us with a herd mate after a long period of being underfed and not properly cared for. In her previous life, she was used for trail rides, and as her condition declined, a few of us in the neighborhood tried to help—bringing extra feed, blankets, anything we could. But it became clear that it wasn’t enough. After some time, her previous owner made the difficult decision to sign both horses over to us. It was the right choice, and we’re so grateful she did—because Honey truly is pure joy. Despite being a chestnut mare (and if you know, you know), Honey somehow missed the memo on attitude. She’s gentle, kind, and full of personality in all the best ways. Over the years, she regained her weight—and then some. With regular veterinary care, we began monitoring her closely, and last year she was diagnosed with insulin resistance. This affects her metabolism and makes it much easier for her to gain weight, which can lead to other health concerns if not carefully managed. Today, Honey is on medication to help regulate her condition, and we carefully manage her diet and exercise. (The diet part is… not her favorite.) Staying active is important for her overall health, helping support her joints and keep her feeling her best. She’s come a long way from where she started, and every day she reminds us why she was worth fighting for. Come meet Honey on a farm tour, or become part of her ongoing care. If you’d like to support Honey, you can sponsor her and help cover her feed, medical care, and daily needs
WHISK
Whisk is one of our very first rescues, and he’s been with us since 2009. In many ways, he helped shape what this sanctuary would become. He originally arrived with a herd that had been displaced and moved to the coast. We were asked if we could take them in temporarily to help “eat down the fields.” At the time, we only had dogs and cats, but of course we said yes. It didn’t take long to notice that Whisk was different. He seemed like he had been through more than the others—quieter, a little worn down, and not as accepted within the herd. We heard pieces of his story, enough to know he deserved something better. Without realizing it, he had already found a place in our hearts. When the time came for the herd to move on, something unexpected happened. Whisk refused to leave. For a horse, choosing to stay behind—away from the safety of a herd—is a big deal. But he made that choice. He chose this place. He chose us. There was no way we could turn him away after that. That moment changed everything, for him and for us. Whisk is now 30 years old and lives like the prince he believes he is. And honestly, he’s earned it. Our early years together weren’t easy—he came with trust issues and health challenges that took time, patience, and care to work through. But he did the work, in his own way. Today, he’s healthy, steady, and still quietly remarkable. He’s not just part of the farm. He’s part of its foundation. Come visit Whisk and see the horse who chose his home. If you’d like to support his care, you can sponsor Whisk and help us continue giving him the life he chose.
PETUNIA
Petunia found her way to us through an unexpected connection—a local contact and a BC testing lab that had heard about our sanctuary. For the first 2.5 years of her life, Petunia was used as a test subject. Despite that, we were told she was a favorite among the staff—gentle, sweet, and full of personality. Thankfully, she was not subjected to the most invasive or life-ending procedures, but her life was still one of isolation and limitation. When we were contacted about giving her a home, we had recently taken in another large pig and knew the two could become great companions. At the time, there was some discussion about sponsorship support for her care—because pigs her size eat… a lot. That support never came to be, and to this day, Petunia has never had a dedicated sponsor. When she arrived, she had never lived as part of a pig community. She was used to being alone and unsure about sharing space. But it didn’t take long. Before we knew it, she was running, rooting, and playing with her new roommate, Whitney. Now they spend their days side by side—exploring, napping, and yes, occasionally having the kind of loud disagreements that seem to happen in any shared living situation. By night, they’re back to cuddling like nothing ever happened. Petunia has grown into her full, beautiful self—now weighing in around 550–600 lbs—and finally living the life she was always meant to have. We’re incredibly grateful she was given the chance to leave that world behind. Many never are. Come meet Petunia on a farm tour, and maybe make her day with a few treats.
WHITNEY HOUSTON
When another rescue reached out to us about a baby pig being listed on Craigslist for “anything,” we knew the situation could turn bad quickly. Several animal advocates had already become concerned for her safety and future. One kind person stepped in immediately and rescued her before she could disappear into a much darker story. Humanity occasionally surprises me by doing the right thing before disaster fully unfolds. Rare behavior deserves recognition. She was only about two months old and weighed around 40 pounds when she arrived. Tiny by pig standards, though already carrying the unmistakable energy of someone destined to become very large and very opinionated about snacks. She came to the farm late at night after an overwhelming day full of cars, ferries, unfamiliar people, strange sounds, and completely new surroundings. Frightened and unsure, she tried to make sense of a world that had changed in just a few hours. The next morning, in the daylight, we introduced her to the rest of the animals. That was the moment Beyoncé decided this little piglet was officially her baby. From then on, the two were inseparable. They explored together, rested together, and followed each other everywhere around the farm. It became one of those friendships that melts even the coldest rescue-worker heart buried under paperwork, hay bills, and exhaustion. Today this once tiny piglet has grown into a 550-pound lady who absolutely loves food, naps, and daily attention from her people. She currently has one very special sponsor: the wonderful person who rescued her and made sure she had the chance at a safe and loving life. We will always be grateful for that kindness. If you would like to help support her daily care and become part of her story, please follow the link below.
BEYONCE
We can only imagine how Beyoncé’s life began. What we do know is that she was meant for a slaughterhouse—and somehow, she found a way out. Alone, frightened, and completely out of place, she survived on the streets of Langley for nearly a month. Eventually, the LAPS team was able to bring her to safety, and through PEACE, we were asked if we could give her a home. For me, it was an easy yes. I fell in love with cows as a child, and this felt like the moment that love had been waiting for. Beyoncé arrived at the farm in 2019. We’re not certain of her age, but she was still young—and deeply mistrustful of humans. It made sense. Up until then, fear had kept her alive. So we went slowly. We gave her space, patience, and time. Little by little, she began to trust. And we made her a promise: she would never have to be scared or hungry again. From the beginning, Beyoncé had a bit of star power—known as the “cow on the loose” in Langley, she captured attention wherever she went. These days, her life looks very different. She spends her time grazing, relaxing with her herd, and soaking up all the love and attention she once had to live without. She finally gets to just… be. Meet Beyoncé on a farm tour, or become part of her story. If you’d like to help care for her, you can sponsor Beyoncé and support her ongoing feed, shelter, and medical needs.
SOLANGE
After the floods in Abbotsford, Humane Society International was contacted by a dairy farmer who was ready to walk away from the industry. What he had seen—and what had become normal—no longer sat right with him. He wanted something different for a few calves who had just been born. Without intervention, they would face the same fate as so many others. But reaching out wasn’t easy. He was understandably nervous about being connected to groups like ours and the risk of backlash from within the farming community. Through careful coordination, we were able to say yes to one of those calves. Solange came to us at just two months old. She had already been taken from her mother and weaned far too early. When she arrived, she was tiny—no bigger than a deer, all legs and softness. The smallest calf we had ever held. She spent her first couple of weeks in foster care while we prepared for her arrival. She adored attention from the start: cuddles, brushing, kisses, and the occasional game of chase. When she finally joined us at the sanctuary, she quickly bonded with Beyoncé. Watching the two of them together—grooming, resting, simply being cows—was something special. Cows need each other for comfort and security. Their bonds are deep, and their affection is real. There’s nothing quite like it. Today, Solange is no longer that tiny calf. She’s grown into a full-sized cow with a healthy appetite to match. While we were fortunate to receive a grant to help with her early care, the ongoing cost of feed—especially hay—has increased significantly over the years. Come meet Solange on a farm tour and see her story for yourself. If you’d like to support her, you can sponsor Solange and help provide the food, care, and safety she’ll rely on for the rest of her life.
THE MINIS
Allie, Pebbles, and Stevie came to us from Kamloops after their loving owners were faced with serious health and mobility challenges that made caring for the herd no longer possible. This was not a case of neglect or mistreatment. Sometimes the hardest rescues come from people who love their animals deeply but can no longer physically continue the life they built around them. Human bodies: fragile little meat contraptions held together by optimism and anti-inflammatory medication. Keeping the herd together was incredibly important to their previous family, and thankfully we were able to give them a home where they could stay side by side. We remain in contact with their former owners and hope they’ll be able to visit the girls again in the future. After they arrived, we also learned that two of the minis had originally come from a hoarding situation earlier in life before eventually finding safety and stability. Allie: Allie may be tiny, but she runs the mini herd with quiet confidence. She is shy at first and prefers to observe before deciding if humans are acceptable company. Beneath that cautious personality is a sweet little mare with a strong spirit. During her veterinary exam, we discovered that Allie was born with serious dental issues that caused her teeth to shift and misalign over time. She now requires specialized dental surgery, including extractions and corrective hospital work to keep her healthy and comfortable. Pebbles: Pebbles is usually the first to greet visitors and absolutely the first to voice her opinions. Loudly. Repeatedly. Usually about snacks, attention, snacks, the unfairness of waiting for snacks, and possibly the economy. She is full of personality and keeps everyone entertained. Stevie: Stevie is happiest when surrounded by people willing to hand out endless pets and scratches. She is gentle, affectionate, and would gladly spend her entire day being loved on if schedules and basic farm responsibilities did not exist.
The Boys
Kevin, Brain & Todd These boys have truly been through it. We were contacted about a large pig rescue being undertaken by another rescue organization. There were 15 pigs of various ages being kept locked inside a garage in extremely poor conditions. The pigs had very little space, limited care, and had clearly been neglected for a long time. When the opportunity came to help, we stepped in and welcomed Kevin, Brain, and Todd to the sanctuary. Despite everything they had experienced, these three boys arrived with gentle personalities and a strong curiosity about the world around them. Like many rescued animals, they needed time to learn that people could be kind and that they would never again have to fight for comfort or safety. Now they spend their days enjoying sunshine, soft bedding, proper food, and the freedom to simply be pigs. They love rooting around the pasture, relaxing together, and, of course, making a mess of anything remotely clean. Nature’s little bulldozers. Humanity invented smartphones and yet pigs still think mud is peak interior design. Your sponsorship helps provide feed, bedding, shelter maintenance, veterinary care, and all the daily support these boys need to continue healing and thriving.