Heathcliff

In June of 2022, little Heathcliff was born on a small dairy farm. There is the misleading idea that small dairy farms are more sustainable and have more compassionate care for their animals, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. No matter the size of the farm, male calves are usually considered useless and are killed outright or are sold to be killed soon after, and this is the fate that little Heathcliff was sadly destined for.

Heathcliff prior to rescue at the farm site.

Heathcliff during rescue, getting settled in the rescue van.

Our friends at Happy Compromise Sanctuary handled the initial rescue — they knew about this little calf and quickly made the trip to save him. When they arrived, Heathcliff was visibly malnourished and was tied by a chain to a small hutch outside. They finally freed him from the farm and made the trip to the animal hospital to make sure he received immediate treatment for any illnesses or parasites he might have had.

After spending a short period of time at the hospital, little Heathcliff was cleared to come home to Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, where he has grown into quite a big personality! He’s very playful and loves befriending all humans. His favorite activities are playing with his large outdoor beach ball in the pasture, finding quality sticks on his daily adventures around his area, and of course zoomies. Heathcliff was recently introduced to our younger, more active group of cows and we cannot wait to see what new friendships unfold. He seems to be particularly fond of Max and Judy. We’re so happy that this sweetheart is now safe in sanctuary and able to run around freely, never fearing being tied to a hutch ever again.

Heathcliff playing with his favorite ball in his pasture with Executive Director, Rachel McCrystal.

Heathcliff snuggling up with Executive Director, Rachel McCrystal.