Heart-warming stories of rescued animal mums at our sanctuary
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate love, nurture, and the incredible bond between mums and their young. At our sanctuary, we are lucky to witness this kind of love every day among the rescued animal mums who call our sanctuary home. Their stories remind us that motherhood takes many forms, and love knows no […]
Exposing the cruelty of game bird shooting
When we think of farmed animals, chickens, pigs, and cows often come to mind. But every year, millions of pheasants and partridges are also intensively farmed, only to be released for the shooting season, which runs from October to February in the UK. These birds are the forgotten farm animals, and the cruelty they suffer […]
Brucey the goose’s rescue story
At Goodheart Animal Sanctuaries, every rescue is special, but Brucey the goose’s story stands out as a true example of resilience and renewal. His journey from a lonely, abandoned goose to a cherished member of our flock highlights the incredible impact that care and compassion can have on an animal’s life. A desperate call for […]
How smart are farm animals?
At Goodheart Animal Sanctuaries, we are passionate about highlighting the extraordinary intelligence of farm animals. Many people might not realise just how clever these animals are, but once you learn about their amazing abilities, it’s clear that they deserve so much more than the bare minimum of care. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of […]
Do pigs build nests?
We uncover the surprising truth about whether pigs build nests and the fascinating reasons behind this behaviour.
How to have an ethical Easter for animals: tips and ideas
Easter is a time for celebration and joy, but for many animals, it can be a time of suffering and cruelty. From factory-farmed eggs to bunny-shaped chocolates made with milk from exploited cows, the traditional Easter festivities can have a negative impact on animals and the environment. However, with a few simple changes and adjustments, […]
10 Surprising Facts about Horses
From their intelligence to their social behaviours, horses are amazing animals for lots of different reasons. Read our blog post to learn 10 incredible facts about horses! 1. They can walk shortly after birth Foals can stand up and walk within a few hours of being born and can run within a day. Foals grow […]
From grizzly fate to green pastures, meet The Jersey Boys
Many of the animals who arrive at Goodheart have known little kindness or compassion, and this was certainly true for our beloved Jersey Boys. In November 2017, when our sanctuary had not long opened its doors, we were able to rescue six Jersey calves who had been born into the dairy industry. As males, they were […]
Meet Betty, the piglet who escaped death and inspired a whole village with her incredible story
We’re starting the year with a truly inspiration story about a helpless piglet who escaped death and inspired an entire village in the process… A lucky escape In December 2022, it became known that someone had abandoned a mother pig and her group of piglets in a woodland near Whitney-on-Wye in Herefordshire. After a rumour […]
Could Avian Flu lead to the next pandemic?
Avian Flu is not a new disease, but its rapid spread in recent years suggests that it’s now posing more of a threat than ever before. What is Avian Flu? Avian Influenza (commonly known as “Avian Flu” or “Bird Flu”) is an infectious disease which affects the respiratory, digestive and/or nervous system of birds. In […]
