Horse, Goat and Sheep Stories

‘Sanctuary: The True Story of an Irish Village, a Man Who Lost His Way and the Rescue Donkeys That Led Him Home’  book cover

Book review: ‘Sanctuary: The True Story of an Irish Village, a Man Who Lost His Way and the Rescue Donkeys That Led Him Home’ 

Sometimes, the rescued become the rescuers. No one knows the truth of this adage better than Patrick Barrett, who found a new path in life with the help of abused donkeys.

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Fleury the goat nose to nose with two of her kids

7 animal super moms for a marvelous Mother’s Day

From kittens and puppies to baby goats, horses and mice, we’re celebrating all kinds of animal moms this Mother’s Day.

A mother's love shown in many species

Three goats, Ziggy, PJ and Fleury, on and around a rock

Baby goats? Yes, please!

Meet the Neely, Ziggy and PJ, the newest adorable 'kids' at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary

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Fleury the goat with her baby Ziggy

Watch baby goats kid around at Best Friends

One Sanctuary newcomer became four when Fleury the goat had her babies, and they are cute as can be.

Baby goats? Yes please!

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Cover of the book 'The Ride of Her Life'

Book review: ‘The Ride of Her Life: The True Story of a Woman, Her Horse, and Their Last Chance Journey Across America’

A Maine farmer, running out of luck and time, sets out to see the Pacific Ocean with her two best friends: her horse and terrier.

Foal running behind a mare in Angel Canyon

Wild mustang mares and foals make Best Friends their winter rest stop

The Sanctuary is a safe and comfortable spot where mares and foals can rest on their way to new lives.

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Relax and recharge with a goat

Take a deep breath and slow down with 20 seconds of calm with Augustus at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.

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Equine odd couple goes home

Ever since they met at the Sanctuary, Chuck and Speedy have done everything together, including getting adopted and going home.

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Awkward moments with pets

Smile-worthy moments with pets on National Awkward Moments Day

Snow day photos with dogs and horses at Best Friends

You've heard of snow bunnies, but check out what the other fun Sanctuary animals are up to on a winter day.

10 no-brainer New Year’s resolutions from the animals

Make 2021 your best year yet with inspiration from lives well-lived by dogs, cats, parrots, pigs and horses at Best Friends.

Back in the saddle with adopted Arabian, mustang

When Donna lost her two horses, it felt like it would be a long time before she was ready for another, but now she's back in the saddle.

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Pint-size equines living large

When pranksters Maisy the donkey and Fury the miniature horse are adopted together, hilarity ensues.

Majorly cute mini horses

These pint-sized parcels of pony joy are just too adorable not to share

Win your next Zoom meeting with Best Friends backgrounds

Make video meetings more fun by downloading an awesome background with a view from Best Friends.