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Meet Our Friends
Each resident at Farm To ABLE has a unique story that we would love to share with you.
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Owner-Surrendered Mini-Pig
Bruce Wayne Fontana
Bruce and his siblings (we call this family herd the Fontanas because they came to us from Fontana, KS) were re-homed through Craigslist, advertised as pets or food. Since arriving to the sanctuary in March 2020, Bruce has been fully vetted and has come out of his shell. Bruce is an adventurous but aloof fellow who will be the perfect pet for someone with the patience to show him that humans can be kind. He's approximately 5 years old, and he is likely done growing. He lives with cows, goats, horses, a donkey, and of course, many other pigs, and gets along with everyone. Check out the bat signal on his nose!
Steer - Dairy Industry Victim
Theodore
Theo came from an Ohio dairy farm with his friends turned brothers, Carter and Lincoln. They were left to die in a mud hole. At only a few weeks old, he had aspirated and developed chronic pneumonia, along with his brothers. They were transported to Farm to ABLE Sanctuary where they received lifesaving treatment. They only had a 50% chance of survival, so they had to be bottle-fed & kept inside out of the elements. Theo was born in late August 2020. He is our observer. He likes to keep his distance but still welcomes any attenion possible.
Mare - Rescued from Auction
Babe
When their previous home was sold, three generations of horses (matriarch Trouble, daughters Glory & babe, & Babe's son Money) had nowhere to go and seemed destined to go to auction. Thankfully, they found a safe landing at Farm to ABLE and this family can stay together for the rest of their lives.
Mother of Goats
Sister
Sis is the sweetest soul you will ever come across. She was found frolicking astray in Grain Valley, MO with her ride or die, Brother. Grain Valley Animal Control picked them up & Farm To ABLE did the stray hold. Once the stray hold was up and humans did not show, we were able to adopt these two sweet siblings. They love to do alterations to any clothing if anyone is in need! They work for alfalfa pellets!
Transport Truck Jumper Survivor
Booneshine
In May 2018, a compassionate human noticed Boone curled up & scared in a passing lane on I-70 Highway. Cars driving right over him! After months of medical care (including treatment for road rash, strep, daily injections, oral medications and hydrotherapy for two broken bones), Boone was given a clean bill of health and quickly became our most charming resident.
Here's our boy
Ziggy
Ziggy is a full character and a half. In February of 2022, a friend of the sanctuary and fellow pig parent stumbled upon a stray in her yard. He clearly knew who to go to for help! After his stray hold was up and quarantine complete, Ziggy was neutered, integrated into the herd, and has become a sanctuary favorite!
Miniature/Poland China Pig - Malcolm's Brother
Martin
Martin along with 12 of his siblings were born as a product of a miniature pig getting into a swine producing facility and impregnating a large breed Poland China sow. 11 of the piglets survived. Four of them found their way to Farm to ABLE in January of 2022. Two of the siblings were adopted out to a rescue in Arkansas. Martin and his brother Malcolm remained behind still looking for their forever home. As time went by it became clear that they were already home. Martin is full of life and gets so excited for his belly rubs that he will drop six feet away from you with anticipation. He has a lot of things to say and hot pants for everyone! He is deeply adored by many and will always carry a little piece of his late brother with him for us all to cherish.
Pyrenees LGD - Shelter Adopted
Pinot
SPCA of Merriam Kansas said they had the perfect fit for us! Perfect Pinot was a stray and was collected by a construction worker who just put her in the back of his truck and took her to the shelter. We don't know her full story, but we do know from her getting a full medical evaluation that she was neglected and kenneled for long periods. She has been an amazing "Sanctuary" Guard Dog and even though while she's outside she's rolling in dirt and living her best outside life; she chooses to spend most of her time inside on our furniture or Pinot's Perch (her personal deck & lookout).
Pyrenees LGD - Our Shy Girl
Ani
Ani was seen on a Facebook page being given away for free in Nebraska. She was a breeder dog & her previous owners had no more use for her. We were told by previous owner she was three years old. After her proper vetting & care, her vet said she was at least six years old. Ani is a little onion with MANY layers but ultimately has the most tender & intimate soul.