Let’s Talk Turkey!
We have been rescuing turkeys at The Gentle Barn for over twenty-one years, and we have learned so much about their personalities, affections,…
A Sanctuary Inspiring Kindness and Compassion towards Animals, Our Planet, and Each Other
A Tennessee Love Story
Rosey was originally thought to be a female, but when he was a little older and started to crow, we realized that she was a he. But…
Curling Up With John Lewis Thunderheart & unHide
John Lewis Thunderheart is now three months old and growing bigger every day. He prefers to be outside but is not ready to join the cows by himself yet. So,…
People Healing Animals, Animals Healing People
When I was going through my most difficult times as a child, it was always animals who healed me and kept me going. Even when I tried to kill myself at seven…
Ferdinand
Ferdinand has gone through some big challenges and suffered much loss, but now as he’s turning three, he’s finally overcome, healed, and found himself. His story has much to teach all of us!
Ferdinand was…
Looking back at 21 years
The Gentle Barn was officially opened on August 25th, 1999. We have so much we still dream of achieving that we don’t often acknowledge what we have already accomplished.…
Independence
The animals at The Gentle Barn have earned their independence from the meat, poultry, and dairy industries and are now our family, friends, and loved ones for the…
Celebrating Animal Dads This Father's Day
Fathers are strong, protective, and loyal. Fathers provide for their families and nurture their babies. They solve problems, keep us safe, and make sure we have all that we need. Horse fathers protect their…
A Mothers Love
Mothers are strong, resilient, persevering, and put others first. Mothers are nurturing, loving, empathetic, and warm. Mothers will give their hearts to their children and sacrifice their own lives to defend them. Mothers overcome the pain of childbirth, the sleepless nights of early…
Upcoming Events
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Thermal Horizon - Windsong Retreat (Spring 2025)
May 31st 2025 - 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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Open Sunday in California
We are excited to be open to the public again on Sunday, at The Gentle Barn: California.
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Open Sunday in Tennessee
We are excited to be open to the public again on Sunday, at The Gentle Barn: Tennessee.
Spotlight Sponsor of the Month
Being a Gentle 12 sponsor allows us to bring our mission to life by giving back directly to the animals that inspire us to craft exceptional vegan cheeses. Whether affected by factory farming or other circumstances, their stories fuel our mission to make choosing plant-based easy and joyful for every cheese lover in the pursuit of a kinder world for humans, animals, and the planet. - Founders, Kirsten Maitland and Fred Zwar
As a thank you to our Gentle Barn community, Rebel Cheese is offering 10% OFF your order for the month of May with the code GENTLE10 at checkout, + 2 FREE CHEESES for all first-time customers with signup on their website at RebelCheese.com.