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

Protecting Animals From Extreme Heat and Fires!

This year marks our 25th anniversary of rescuing and caring for animals in need, and now, we are putting out a call to action to help us secure the resources we urgently need to protect our sanctuaries for another 25 years.

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Cow Hug Therapy - Get Your Copy Today

Cow Hug Therapy is a colorful and compelling narrative of the healing mavens of the barnyard through the years and their individual stories of being rescued from trauma and treated with love and respect.

Autographed copy of the inspirational story of the compassionate and wise animals of the Gentle Barn and how they became a therapeutic salve for countless guests — and mentors for all of us in how to live and die


Visit on Sunday, Tours, Field Trips, Parties

Come hug the cows, give the pig's tummy rubs, cuddle the turkeys, and enjoy a beautiful day at the Gentle Barn!

Programs & Animal Therapy

Need a hug? Feeling sad, lonely, stressed out and scared from the last year? Come heal with us!

Sponsor Animals

Sponsor Animals

Sponsorships provide immediate funds that go directly towards animal care, making it possible for us to address the needs of some of the most vulnerable animals cared for by The Gentle Barn.

Shop Our eStore

Shop Our eStore

Visit our eStore to see our merchandise, inspired by The Gentle Barn's rescued animals. Browse our virtual aisles and explore an array of products. Every purchase contributes to our work.

My Gentle Kitchen

My Gentle Kitchen

Learn how to start and continue choosing a plant-based diet with easy, delicious recipes and stories from Jay L. Weiner, Chef, Cofounder & CEO of The Gentle Barn Foundation.


Join The Legacy Society

Legacy Giving

A meaningful way to give that will provide security for The Gentle Barn in the years to come. For people like you, who care deeply and want to ensure that The Gentle Barn is funded in perpetuity

Donate a Bale of Hay

Each of our animals need the same organic grass hay and organic fruits & veggies that keep them nourished and healthy all year long!

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Thank you for standing with us by making a donation today to help The Gentle Barn and all of our rescued animals with all the Heat & Fire Care they need.

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