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

In the Barnyard: June 22, 2017

We lost the greatest ambassador The Gentle Barn has ever had. His light was so bright, his impact was so great, and his reach was so far that he has left all of us in morning. We will be holding a memorial service for him at The Gentle Barn Tennessee and we will also live stream it for those who are unable to attend.

Ain't no ordinary cow!

The Gentle Barn was my dream since I was seven, but I spent years procrastinating. Even when I discovered an abusive petting zoo and was finally connected to my life's path, I still didn't have the courage to start my dream until…

Featured Video: Cow Tummy Rubs

Have you ever seen a cow enjoy a tummy rub like a puppy? Faith figured out that the pigs were having all the fun, so in this short video, she rolled over for tummy rubs!

In the Barnyard: June 15,2017

In California we dewormed all our cows. It was a very lengthy, involved process for us and the animals. We took plenty of time making sure the cows had plenty of time to figure things out without feeling afraid. The cows who have done it before went through the process quite easily, but…

My Bad Ideas

More than anything, I want to take excellent care of our animals and give them the best life possible. So, I’m always thinking about how I can serve them better. Over the years, I have come up with ideas that I thought were brilliant, but the animals were not amused.

Our piggies sleep on straw. It keeps…

Summer Haircuts and Using Wool

We posted last week that as part of our spring animal care we sheared our sheep so they do not over heat. The response on social media was amazing. Animal rights’ activists were condemning us for shearing them, and everyone else was criticizing us for not using the wool. I’d like to talk…

In the Barnyard: June 8, 2017

This week in California, we finally finished our annual equine dentals. We spaced them out over four weeks, and we are officially done until next year. We also de-wormed all our cows at both our main location and our Sun Chlorella Healing…

In the Barnyard: June 1, 2017

Our pot bellied piggies have moved out of the barn and into their summer home, where they have their swimming pool and lots of access to fresh air on the long, hot, summer days. They sleep most of the time but around lunch time they wake up…

Standing on Principle and Saving Lives

When the six cows first escaped the slaughterhouse, we watched with the rest of the nation, speechless. When they were returned to the slaughterhouse, we cried, helpless. When the slaughterhouse offered them up to a sanctuary, we watched, holding our breath, sure that someone local would free them. But… the days passed and no one stepped up. The reason that other sanctuaries would not rescue them…

In the Barnyard: May 25, 2017

In California this week, the sheep got sheered. It is so hot, and in their summer wear, they are much cooler and more comfortable. Please come out and see how gorgeous they look!

In Tennessee, Dudley is having trouble with his residual limb again. I think he might have outgrown his prosthesis.…

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Upcoming Events

  • Chakra Meditation and Sound Healing (Winter 2024)

    March 2nd 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.

  • 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.

  • Open Sunday in Missouri

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

  • Open Sunday in California

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

  • Open Sunday in Tennessee

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