A Different Kind of Farm

Meet Bassett and Padme 🐾 These two cats came to the farm along with the sheep from Owego and are settling in at their own pace. Padme (tan) is very shy and taking things slow, while Bassett (black) is already busy checking everything out and making himself at home. Pele did not want to give up her room, so she and Roisin are sharing with the cats for now… When we bought the farm in 2021, we inherited a 10-year-old barn cat, Louise, who has since retired to a very cozy life inside the house. We’re still getting Bassett and Padme set up and think they’ll love the barn life just as much as Louise did—but if not, there’s always room for them with us.

After the holidays, don’t toss your Christmas tree—share it with the animals instead! 🎄🐐 The goats and sheep love munching on fresh green treats when winter doesn't offer many good eats. Please make sure: 🌱 Trees are still green 🌲 All decorations, tinsel, wire, and stands are removed 🚫 No wreaths, please You can leave trees by the big red barn—and feel free to stop and say hi to the animals while you’re here. Thank you!

Not how we expected pickup to go… but we're ready for anything! 💪🐑 We recently rescued five young sheep from Owego—Bonnie Mac, Marnie, Fence, and the Twins. And yes, that’s one of them getting a literal lift to the trailer. They’re settling in well and already very curious about the rest of the goats and sheep. For now, they’ll be spending extra time in quarantine while we treat coccidiosis. They’ve got the run of the barn, plenty of care, and we’re really enjoying getting to know them. We also have two other new residents to introduce from the same farm, so stay tuned… #sheep #animalrescue #farmsanctuary

Meet Alfie 🐓 Alfie came to us in October after being rescued from a large cockfighting operation. Law enforcement found more than 250 birds living without food or water, exposed to extreme heat and ongoing cruelty. Thanks to months of tireless work by Good Sprout Rescue & Sanctuary, survivors from this case have been receiving daily care, medical treatment, and help finding safe, permanent homes. The scale, emotional difficulty, and dedication of their work is nothing short of extraordinary. We welcomed Alfie, along with three hens who needed homes, and have been giving him the extra time and care he needs to settle in. He’s been through more than any animal should—but he’s safe now, and we’re grateful he’s here. Thank you to Good Sprout for taking on this enormous, emotionally difficult rescue and for trusting us with Alfie’s next chapter. #farmedanimalrescue #endcockfighting #animalsanctuary #rescuerooster #compassioninaction

Thank you to everyone who supported City Goat this year. From coming to our events to dropping off pumpkins and produce, making donations, and sending the kindest holiday cards—you helped make this a truly meaningful year for our animals and our volunteers. We’re so grateful to be part of such a generous community. 🧡

The last two months have been a whirlwind. 🧡 We’ve welcomed 13 new rescues—long days, late nights, and very full hearts. Things have been busy behind the scenes, but over this break we’re finally slowing down enough to introduce everyone who joined the farm in 2025. Follow along to meet the sweet new faces (they’re worth the wait). Meet Lucky 🦆 Lucky was discovered abandoned and alone on a small pond in a residential neighborhood. Muscovy ducks are native to the equatorial Americas and have also been domesticated, which means they are not equipped to survive on their own in New York, where predators and harsh winters pose serious risks. A concerned neighbor spent months caring for Lucky and was able to rescue her just in time before a brutal temperature drop. Lucky is now safe and settling in. We’re giving her the time and space she needs to decompress, and we look forward to her eventually joining resident ducks Lady and Gent—along with plans for a dedicated duck pond and run. Welcome home, Lucky 🧡 #farmsanctuary #animalrescue #duck