Kindred Farm

Throwback Thursday #tbt January, 2018 . Peanut was an orphan and needed to be bottle fed the first few months of her life.... She loved her bottle! . Farm Benefactor Sponsoring Peanut Eva Moreside Marilyn Gough See more

Love these two Emmy Lou and Henrietta sharing some coconut yogurt on a hot day . . .... . . Farm Benefactor Sponsoring Henrietta @Splashes Sponsoring Emmy Lou Donna Balfour See more

Our newest rescue is a blind turkey! I got a Facebook message from Urban Safari Exotic Animal Rescue asking us to give a home to a blind turkey that was at their Surrey location. Apparently a local farm had a change of heart and didn't want to slaughter her. Urban Safari of course mostly cares for exotic animals, but they do have a few other random species in their back area along with a large Rabbitat. Urban Safari founder Gary Oliver went to pick her up, but realized they were not able to properly care for her. I knew that Kindred was the best place for her because of our experience with our other blind turkey Ray Charles. A blind bird has a lot of challenges and needs very specialized care. We don't have a quarantine area right now for her, so she is going out to foster care.

#tbt . Throwback Thursday . The very first turkeys we rescued - Ruby and Pearl. They were found abandoned in a neighbours backyard.... We didn't know a thing about raising turkeys, but quickly fell in love with them! . Farm Benefactors Sponsoring Ruby in perpetuity @Townline Vet Hospital Sponsoring Pearl in perpetuity Denroche Family See more

Thank Goat It's Friday . Have a kind weekend . Farm Benefactor... Sponsoring Barney Janice Beattie See more

We didn’t even get to really know George. His time at Kindred was way too short only three months In this short time, I marvelled at how quickly he integrated into the feathered flock, but sad that so many people didn't get a chance to meet him. . It is an understatement to say it was sudden. We were blindsided that he was even il. George didn’t come out for breakfast on Tuesday morning. Instead he was huddled inside the coop and his comb was bright yellow. We brought h...im into the house and I called all our bird vets to get George in right away. George was cradled the whole time as we tried to determine what was wrong. . Please read more on our blog https://www.kindredfarm.ca/george-gone-too-soon/ . Farm Benefactor Sponsoring George for perpetuity Koehn Family @Melissa Koehn See more

Every Tuesday.....More about AAI . Kindred Community Farm Sanctuary offers Animal-Assisted Intervention (AAI) programs. . "Children can take a reprieve from their own history and pain and focus love and support toward others who need them. This is empowering for young children and gives them a sense of purpose to heal and to continue to be able to help others. When a child cares about another human or animal, that child also tends to care about that other's environment. It ...is hoped that by providing opportunities to form bonds with animals, children may begin a lifetime of care toward animals as well as the environment." . Transforming Trauma: Resilience and healing through our connections with animals Edited by Philip Tedeschi and Molly Anne Jenkins Page 225 See more

It's Monday morning! . We get to begin a new week. Start off right with an intention for kindness to all . .... . . . Farm Benefactor Sterling Family @Dee Sterling See more

Thank Goat It's Friday . Have a kind weekend . Farm Benefactor... Sponsoring Barney @Janice Beattie See more

"TYPE Serengeti into Google Maps. The screen immediately zooms in on a large light-green section of northern Tanzania, displaying a few man-made roads and a red border. The birds’-eye-view graphics identify the mile markers, topography, and glamping accommodations of the iconic Serengeti National Park with remarkable precision. But a crucial element is missing. In such a biologically rich place, where are all the habitats of other species? . Imagine typing Serengeti or Australia into Google Maps and seeing vibrantly illustrated webs of well-documented animal migration patterns and recognized wildlife habitats alongside human-built infrastructure. Such maps would paint much richer and more complete pictures of what potential visitors could expect to find: complex and biodiverse ecosystems where humans and nonhumans strive to coexist."

We'd love to see your favourite animal, vegetable, or fruit pun . Comment below . Bonus: send us a drawing and it may end up on one of our greeting cards... [email protected] . @hatkemade See more

This day three years ago Clover was born at Kindred Farm. When we rescued Gracie in the summer of 2017, we didn't know she was pregnant. 7 months later we welcomed Clover to the world. How lucky are we We can't imagine a world without Clover. She makes the world a better place.

Thank Goat It's Friday . Have a kind weekend

#tbt Throwback Thursday March 29, 2014 . When Badger met Chase for the first time ... They immediately became best friends until Chase's passing in 2020 See more

Peanut can help you take a few moments for your own self care. Sit back, relax and breath along with Peanut

CALLING ALL VETERANS We are putting together a Veterans Animal Care Team! . Every Saturday morning 9:00 - 11:00 am... . Take care of our 30 rescued farm animals Be part of the special community at Kindred Farm Give back to your community while enjoying the company of beautiful animals and being out in nature . No previous farm animal experience required. . For more details please contact Christine Mayworm [email protected] 604-518-7032 See more

OMG We are in the middle of a City of Surrey development zone! Our little farm is slated for condos! With a new street (19A) being built on our fence line!... We need your help finding a new home.

Thanks to our Cup of Coffee Patreons ($5 a month) our animals get the best care Gracie came to us with a bad injury on her back left leg and we've struggled to find medical options for her. Agwest in Abbotsford was recommended to me by SAINTS Rescue and I booked a consultation with them. I was excited to hear that they have a portable x-ray machine that they use on cows and was prepared to get this done. Dr. Chiasson of Agwest spent some time with Gracie and determined ...that x-rays weren't necessary. He diagnosed Gracie with obturator paresis which is muscle damage and inflammation in her groin and hamstring area (from falling into the well at her previous farm). Can you imagine that this is such good news! Because it is treatable! I was so worried that her injury would be untreatable and one day she wouldn't be able to get up. Are you the same as me and often think the worst :) Gracie is now on pain meds which help with her inflammation. We've already seen an improvement in her walking. And we can't wait to get her started on acupuncture (by Agwest), and muscle massage (we just need to purchase the machine). . Join our Cup of Coffee Club and help with the direct care of rescued farm animals https://www.kindredfarm.ca/donate/

Our hero!!! . Yesterday, we had a predator bird - probably a hawk - swoop down into the bird garden. The hawk wasn't able to lift off right away because Freida May attacked it. Feathers were flying and we saw the hawk fly up and rest on top of the garden fence. We ran out. All the birds were accounted for except for Emmy Lou. We couldn't find her anywhere. We called and called and looked and looked. We thought the worst - that in the time it took us to get out to the ga...rden the hawk had swooped back down and grabbed Emmy Lou. My heart sank. About an hour later, Kindred Volunteer Marilyn Kardash came to visit and I asked her to look for Emmy Lou. She found her in-between the Gobble Inn and the wooden duck house. The tiniest little space for the tiniest little bird. . We've had a lot of loss at the farm this year and were in need of a guardian angel. . Thank you Freida May for saving Emmy Lou See more

Take 30 seconds to lower your stress level with Peanut, Gracie & Clover . In Facebook Stories

We had a very generous donation of pumpkins from @Betsy Robertson This is a food collection program that she organizes every fall, here is what she has to say: "I’m so warmed by how many people were excited to donate, collect, and deliver all these pumpkins to the animal sanctuaries and farms that put them to such great use. This was the absolute highlight of my month witnessing community working together to nourish local animals, support their hardworking caretakers, and prevent food waste showing a deep respect for the planet and its soil which nurtures the seeds we sow. Each year, this project continues to be a heart-warming reminder to me that our capacity for cooperation and resilience is often much greater than we think! Community is definitely where it’s at."

Heroes of the Week

This is Chandra leading the flock..... Did you catch Chandra's live stream for Thanksliving? You never know what will happen when it's live! . @Chandra Blouin is the co-founder of @Studiothink and Director of Strategy... We hope you've been enjoying our Live at @Kindred Farm Sanctuary on Wednesday's Because we sure have. This live feed would never happen without the help of the talented videographers @Studiothink See more

Goodnight Peanut

Do you shop @Natures Fare Markets in White Rock or Langley? They will donate 3% of your bill to Kindred. You can drop off your receipts to the farm or pop them in the mail. We just got a donation of $386 from Natures Fare! Thank you so much

We need to find a new home!

This is real time. Just got this photo from our Rise & Shine Volunteer! While I was inside listening to the rain, Anna Butz was at the farm greeting the animals with her cheery "Good Morning," giving them all their breakfast and making sure everyone is well. @Anna Butz is at the farm early Monday to Friday. .... I think we'll need to buy Anna a coffee machine for the barn Anyone have one they can donate? @Keryn Denroche See more

4 Minute Meditation . Take a deep breath . Empty your brain and BE in this moment... . You are important in this world . You are loved . You can get through this See more

Thank Goat It's Friday Have a kind weekend . . @Tricia Harmony Monahan

Live streaming tomorrow Wednesday 12:00 noon In Paddock Paradise Track System - Enrichment for Horses And our community garden Hope u can join us

Love these ears This is Starbucks our largest bunny rescued from a meat breeder. . Farm Benefactor Starbucks is sponsored by @Studio Think

Good morning from Cedar I think someone had a good sleep Do like Cedar and take time to shake off your hay before you begin your day. . Farm Benefactor Sponsoring Cedar... Kevin G Schindler Inc CPA's https://schindler-cpa.ca/ . https://www.kindredfarm.ca/animals/cedar/ See more

Happy Thanksliving . Have a kind holiday . Ray Charles is forever sponsored by Terry Pratt... Lady is forever sponsored by @Jennifer C. Y. Smith See more

How cute are these little watermelon cucumbers. They are about the size of a grape and taste like cucumbers. They are also called mouse melon, Mexican sour gherkin, cucamelon, Mexican miniature watermelon, Mexican sour cucumber and pepquinos. This is our harvest from one very tiny plant. We're going to save the seeds, grow some more next year and hopefully have some for sale. This is the perfect plant for a children's garden!

No bugs allowed on this magnificent rooster . Bath time not only is a pre-emptive measure for mites, but also a pretty nice time for Louise and his peeps who love him dearly

A few tickets left for this event. Check out the speakers and giveaways!

When it's rainy out Louise hangs out in the barn with Vanilla Bean and all the bunnies . Both Louise and Vanilla Bean were rescued from the meat industry. Both have been bred to be way too big which causes health issues. But don't worry, they get the best care here @Kindred_Farm. Louise is 5 years old and I think Vanilla Bean is 6, with hopefully many more years ahead .... Farm Benefactors @stellasaves sponsoring Vanilla Bean @Western Coast Insurance sponsoring Louise See more

Never a dull moment at our monthly board meetings . This is the start of our October board meeting last week where Chris Mayworm engaged the whole board in an Equine-Assisted Activity. Really helped the board understand the therapeutic work at Kindred Farm, get to know our horse herd better, and build a heart centred team connection @Karen Conyers @Winston Conyers... @Keryn Denroche @Scott Groves @Liana Ayach @Jennifer Childs Xuereb See more

We hope you've been enjoying our Live at @kindred Farm on Wednesday Because we sure have. This live feed would never happen without the help of the talented videographers @Studio Think This is @Chelsey Stevens and Badger. Chelsey videoed the live yesterday - did you catch her visit with the cows resting in the forest?

The fall bounty at the farm So many veggies, so little time . Our community garden is open Friday & Saturday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Call to find out what is available pre-picked or harvest your own Chris 604-518-7033... [email protected] See more

Emmy Lou is in good hands with Monday Night Tuck-in volunteer, Emlyn . These two have practically grown up together

Good Morning . Kindness starts with yourself and then you can share it with others . Louise is sending you his love to help you get through this day. ... You got this. You can do it. See more

Happy Thanksliving . Have a kind holiday . Ray Charles is forever sponsored by Terry Pratt... Lady is forever sponsored by @Jennifer C. Y. Smith See more

The best vegan gravy. Don't use the old fashioned recipes with tons of flour. Instead add all these delicate ingredients that blend into creamy goodness. By @ohsheglows . https://ohsheglows.com//tick-tock-racing-against-the-clock/... . If you don't have any of Oh She Glows cookbooks, put them on your Christmas wish list See more

Heroes of the week The 4-legged and 2-legged fighting the wildfires

The fall bounty at the farm So many veggies, so little time . Our community garden is open Friday & Saturday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Call to find out what is available pre-picked or harvest your own Chris 604-518-7033... [email protected] See more

The best vegan gravy. Don't use the old fashioned recipes with tons of flour. Instead add all these delicate ingredients that blend into creamy goodness. By @ohsheglows . https://ohsheglows.com//tick-tock-racing-against-the-clock/... . If you don't have any of Oh She Glows cookbooks, put them on your Christmas wish list See more

Happy Thanks Living Week from our Herd to yours . . Love this time of year as nature, animals and people prepare for winter. And this time of year calls for everything pumpkin, veggie pot pies, vegan gravy, baked squash, biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegan stews, vegan soups ..... and more... If you're looking for plant based recipes for fall, we've got you covered. Stay tuned ..... we'll share some of our favourites. See more

Hero of the Week

Happy Thanks Living Week from our Herd to yours . . Love this time of year as nature, animals and people prepare for winter. And this time of year calls for everything pumpkin, veggie pot pies, vegan gravy, baked squash, biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegan stews, vegan soups ..... and more... If you're looking for plant based recipes for fall, we've got you covered. Stay tuned ..... we'll share some of our favourites. See more

Elvis found the perfect spot to chill in the garden. . Driftwood in the shape of a cat's cradle . Farm Benefactor Sponsoring Elvis... True Blue Wire See more

Happy Thanks Living Week. Love this time of year as nature, animals and people prepare for winter. This time of year calls for everything pumpkin, veggie pot pies, vegan gravy, baked squash, biscuits, mashed potatoes, vegan stews, vegan soups ..... and more If you're looking for plant based recipes for fall, we've got you covered. Stay tuned ..... we'll share some of our favourites.

Good morning from Juniper and Marilyn Gough . Our Animal Care Volunteers learn how to care for all sorts of different farm animals. Juniper had surgery on both feet on August 7th and needs regular deep cleaning of her feet and fresh bandages. Want to learn how to wrap a duck's web feet ... We have three Animal Care Volunteer openings Monday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. You can get started here https://www.kindredfarm.ca/volunteer/animal-care-volunteers/ . . Farm Benefactor sponsoring Juniper @stellasavesanimals See more

No excuse for this destruction. If kids are responsible, it's too late for them to come to Kindred Farm - they will be headed into the juvenile delinquent system which is a dark black hole. Can you help Kindred Farm reach more children with our early intervention program to help children & youth resolve their trauma through non-violence.

Love this photo! It shows how magical our farm is in the evening. Especially when you get to enjoy Dinner in the Barn . We'll be hosting this event again next year and are thinking of adding another one.... . If you would like to hear about our events and other news, please sign up for our newsletter . https://kindredfarm.us1.list-manage.com/subscribe See more

Live streaming today at 12:00 pm on Instagram. . It's a surprise . @Chelsey Stevens... @Chandra Blouin See more

This video shows how absolutely perfect Lady A was . I am in shock and am writing to let you know that Lady A was euthanized last week. . She had bumble foot which is so common in these birds. But after five months of care, she conquered it. She was a huge bird, and was responding well to a low fat diet and lots of exercise. She was active and always front and centre in any of the activities at the farm. She showed no sign of illness. ... . Please read more on my blog post https://www.kindredfarm.ca//lady-a-we-had-14-months-with-/ . @Keryn Denroche See more

Live on Instagram Meditation with the birds

That's a wrap. . Wednesday night tuck in crew. Dinners, water, hay, bedding all done.