I don't work with farm animals now, but I used to work at a shelter that took in a lot of farm animals, and one thing they did was host an event all about pigs. They had activities, vegetarian food trucks, and lots of educational content about pigs and their needs. Obviously I can't speak to the overall impact it had on the community, but it was a very well-attended event and it got lots of kids involved.
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Kate Rachiele
Pet Program & Operations Administrator
Willow Domestic Violence Center
Rochester, NY
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Original Message:
Sent: 04-25-2024 05:15 PM
From: Marcie Bunting
Subject: Farm animals
Hello,
I manage a farm animal rescue. I'm not sure if I can be included in this group.
We take in a lot of potbelly pigs. We try to educate people about these intelligent animals, but so many people get them without doing the homework.
Any ideas on how to make people understand that these animals aren't for everyone? They will get large. At least 100 lbs.
#EducationandTraining
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Marcie Bunting
Co-founder
Billy's New Hope Barn, Inc.
PA
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