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: January 12, 2017

DUDLEY TURNS 3 THIS MONTH! Wow that went fast! Dudley was rescued 2 years ago with a missing foot and a broken heart. We brought him to University of Tennessee Knoxville Large Animal Hospital to have several necessary surgeries and get fitted for a prosthesis. He has overcome so much and yet has always maintained a positive attitude and joyful spirit. Because of Dudley we opened the second Gentle Barn location in Knoxville, Tennessee. Hundreds of foster kids and human amputees found hope and inspiration, and thousands of people around the world have adopted a plant-based diet. Dudley is a hero and an inspiration to us all! He will change the world…indeed he already has!

Dudley is still recovering from having bone spurs removed at the hospital a few months ago. He is up to wearing his prosthesis for four hours, twice a day and is doing great! His spirits are high and he is back to his usual mischief of knocking things over, stealing everyone else’s hay, and making us all laugh. If you haven’t met Dudley yet or gotten one of his hugs, I HIGHLY recommend it! Come see him soon!

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    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.

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    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.

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Spotlight Sponsor of the Month

At Katjes we believe that every life is precious and these values extend beyond our plant-based gummies. As part of our campaign featuring rescued animals, we’re honored to join hands with The Gentle Barn, to support their non-stop efforts in protecting animals. By drawing attention to their heart-warming stories, we hope to provide food for thought when we say: Kindness just tastes better.

Eliza Jahn

Head of Marketing Katjes USA