RIVER
In early January 2021, a rescue partner of Woodstock Sanctuary’s became aware of a lamb in need of a home. The lamb had just been born on a meat farm in NJ where his twin brother died shortly after birth from drowning in the mud. While willing to spare the lamb’s life, the farm wanted to keep the lamb’s mother for production. Thankfully, our rescue partner convinced them to liberate both mother and son together. Lita and River will spend the rest of their lives together in sanctuary, a rare opportunity that farmed animals get to experience.
Baby River only a few days after rescue.
River and Lita enjoying their pasture before joining the main sheep herd.
Although River is growing up fast, he is never far from his mother’s side. These two can be found grazing together in the big sheep field or cuddling butt-to-butt inside the barn. River has also grown to be very playful with humans and may just headbutt you during your visit, so watch out!