Inspiring Kindness and Compassion towards Animals, Our Planet, and Each Other
Inspiring Kindness and Compassion towards Animals, Our Planet, and Each Other

Featured Video: Calf Rescue at E6 - part 2

As a followup story to the "Calf Rescue at E6" film, the four baby cows are now completely healed and strong enough to enter the adult herd of cows at The Gentle Barn. A heart warming testament to the power of love and compassion.

In the Barnyard: March 16, 2017

This week Magic went back out to pasture for the first time since his surgery. After his Epiploic Foramen extraction surgery, Magic was at the hospital for a couple of weeks. When he came home, he had to stay quiet and calm for another few weeks. We have been taking him for hand walks twice each day, he got to visit with his friends from outside the pasture, and we have been giving him lots of TLC…

Ahimsa

I learned a new word this weekend – Ahimsa. It is Sanskrit for “not to injure.” Ahimsa is also referred to as nonviolence, and it applies to all living beings—including all animals. Mohandas Gandhi, considered…

IDA's Hope Summit

Our Founder, Ellie Laks did a talk online as part of IDA's Hope Summit. Her talk was about staying hopeful. Wanted to share it with you!

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  • Thermal Horizon - Windsong Retreat (Spring 2024)

    May 4th 2024 - The Gentle Barn California

    Let’s come together as a community as we support The Gentle Barn in their endeavor to enrich the lives of abused animals worldwide. Let’s bring our loving hearts, the spirit of opportunity and fill our cups emotionally, spiritually, and physically as we celebrate unity in community by helping these wonderful support animals.

  • Chakra Meditation and Sound Healing (Spring 2024)

    May 18th 2024 - The Gentle Barn California

    Clear, Balance and Align your 7 main Chakras through guided meditation, chanting, and Integrative sound bath. When your chakras are aligned, the energy moves through you more freely, and you can feel in harmony with all aspects of your physical, emotional and spiritual self.

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    We are excited to be open to the public again on Sunday, at The Gentle Barn: Missouri.

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    We are excited to be open to the public again on Sunday, at The Gentle Barn: California.

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    We are excited to be open to the public again on Sunday, at The Gentle Barn: Tennessee.