Animal Place Animal Sanctuary - Grass Valley, California

Support Calvin’s Recovery

You can help Calvin heal Calvin is hospitalized at UC Davis with gastroenteritis. His medical care is quoted at nearly $6,000. Here are some specific ways your donation can…

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Meet Rebecca Baylies: Getting to Know Animal Place’s New Executive Director

A conversation about cows, courage, and a more compassionate future. When we began the search for Animal Place’s next Executive Director,…

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Create Change Together

We are dedicated to rescuing and providing sanctuary to farmed animals while advocating for their rights. These sentient beings deserve compassion and protection. Together, we can make a positive impact on their lives. Will you join us?

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Who Lives Here

Meet some of our residents

Jellybean

Help us provide individualized daily care to Jellybean and her beloved companion, Jujube! Your support ensures they receive the best care, from personalized grooming sessions, enriched pastures, and nutrient-rich feed. Join us in giving them the love and specialized care they deserve. Donate today and make a lasting difference in their lives!

Maxwell

When you donate to Maxwell, you provide the life-saving care every animal deserves! Your $25 donation can provide a month’s worth of hoof care. A $50 donation can feed the pigs for a month!

Ophelia

Your donation provides life-saving care, including feed, bedding, and veterinary support to Ophelia and her friends.

Pierre

In honor of Pierre’s memory, help us continue to provide a safe haven for animals in need. Your generous donation ensures that other roosters like Pierre receive the care, love, and protection they deserve. Join us in honoring Pierre’s legacy and making a positive impact in the lives of countless animals. Together, we can create…

Minnie

You have the power to create a positive impact! Your donation today can make a direct difference in providing food, bedding, and veterinary care for Minnie, the rescued sheep, and her beloved companions. Join us in granting them the care they truly deserve. Your support is invaluable and makes all the difference in their lives!

Davey

Help us support Davey, the courageous and resilient cow. Your donation will give him the care, nourishment, and love he deserves. Join us in ensuring Davey’s life is filled with joy and comfort. Together, we can make a difference in the life of this remarkable survivor.

Cypress

Help Cypress and her turkey friends thrive at Animal Place! Your generous support ensures they receive the care, nourishment, and love they deserve. Together, we can provide a safe haven where these kind and gentle souls can experience a life free from harm. Donate today and make a difference in the lives of Cypress and…

Sumo

Your $20 donation feeds feisty rooster Sumo and his friends for a few days!

Joan

In loving memory of Joan (may she rest in peace), support her fellow rescued sheep at Animal Place. Your donation provides care and comfort to honor her legacy.

Alfalfa

Alfalfa passed away in 2025 and was a very sweet bunny!

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left to right: Maylie, Samantha, and Tatiana.

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Why Farmed Animals?

We advocate for farmed animals because they are some of our planet's most abused and exploited individuals. These sentient beings experience grave suffering within our food system. We strive to create a more humane and just world for them by raising awareness and promoting change.

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