Angel
In April 2023, we received a call from another sanctuary that was facing hardships and required assistance. They were in the process of rehoming three sheep, and we couldn't refuse helping these endearing friends. Prior to their rescue, this trio had spent their days in a petting zoo, where they were relegated to providing entertainment for humans. As the petting zoo made the decision to cease operations, the owner intended to send these sheep to a local farm for eventual slaughter or exploitation for their wool. Fortunately, an animal activist intervened and successfully negotiated with the owner to transfer the sheep to our sanctuary.
Murphy, Angel, and Cat after arriving at Woodstock Farm Sanctuary.
Upon their arrival at Woodstock Sanctuary, these affectionate friends initially exhibited hesitancy around humans. However, it didn't take long for them to warm up to our dedicated care staff. Among the trio, Angel displays the greatest enthusiasm for interacting with humans, while Murphy closely follows, maintaining a consistent curiosity about his environment. Cat, the most reserved of the three, tends to become more at ease once she becomes familiar with people. Despite Cat's condition of being a tripod due to the absence of her front right leg, this limitation doesn't impede her ability to freely explore alongside the sheep herd at the Sanctuary. With the invaluable support of our generous donors, we are able to provide Cat with a custom prosthetic, which she employs for a few hours each day as she progressively acclimates to it.
Angel enjoying her new home in sanctuary.
Whether nestled in the barn or basking in the sun on warmer days, Angel, Murphy, and Cat can often be found enjoying each other's company. Angel occasionally employs her fellow sheep as a resting place for her chin, showcasing a heartwarming sight. Their preferred indulgence comes in the form of bananas.