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Patrick Cole
Nov 15, 20231 min read
Cows, Sheep and Pigs, Oh My!
Karen Kalunian gets a tour of the beautiful grounds at West Place Sanctuary. Join her as she meets their eight-week-old calf and more.
Patrick Cole
Nov 13, 20231 min read
West Place Animal Sanctuary Announces Holiday Shop & Stroll
Stroll the historic sanctuary grounds, shop the expanded gift shop and visit furred and feathered farm animal rescues before winter arrives.
Patrick Cole
Nov 10, 20232 min read
Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton to Offer Unique Holiday Shopping Experience
Before New England is blanketed in snow for the season, West Plac invites you to experience the beauty of its grounds and shop small.
Patrick Cole
Nov 10, 20231 min read
West Place Animal Sanctuary to host Holiday Shop & Stroll Nov. 24 – 26
Stroll the historic sanctuary grounds and visit the furred and feathered farm animal rescues before winter arrives.
Patrick Cole
Oct 6, 20231 min read
Tiverton animal sanctuary welcomes visitors this weekend
"I just love being here with them and seeing them thrive," said animal care volunteer Andrea Souza.
Patrick Cole
Oct 4, 20232 min read
Celebrate Women's Entrepreneurship Day with Complimentary Event Hosted by Falvey Insurance Group
The event will begin with a special keynote presentation from Wendy Taylor, Founder of West Place Animal Sanctuary.
Patrick Cole
Oct 2, 20232 min read
Tiverton's West Place Animal Sanctuary Fall Visitors Weekend is This Saturday and Sunday
West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton, RI, is once again opening its gates to the public.
Patrick Cole
Sep 25, 20231 min read
West Place Animal Sanctuary a finalist for Land Rover Defender Service Awards
Local farm animal rescue nonprofit West Place Animal Sanctuary is a finalist for Land Rover USA's annual Defender Service Awards.
Patrick Cole
Sep 19, 20232 min read
West Place Animal Sanctuary Named Finalist in 2023 "Defender Service Awards"
West Place Animal Sanctuary in Rhode Island is the only New England non-profit finalist in the Honoree Category.
Patrick Cole
Sep 18, 20231 min read
Baby cow and new goat join West Place Animal Sanctuary
We visited West Place to meet their baby cow and new goat. West Place is also a Defender Service Awards national finalist.
Patrick Cole
Aug 31, 20232 min read
Meet the Inspirational Rescue Animals That Call This Tiverton Farm Home
West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton has been busy improving its oasis for rescued farm animals.
Patrick Cole
Jul 24, 20232 min read
Brighter days ahead for dog abandoned in Tiverton
Patty, the stray dog nearly euthanized by the Town of Tiverton, is now available for adoption.
Patrick Cole
Jul 10, 20234 min read
Tiverton, animal sanctuary at odds over dog nearly euthanized
Town of Tiverton opts to euthanize stray dog. When vet hospital refused, West Place Animal Sanctuary took custody of Patty.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Jun 28, 20231 min read
Help needed at West Place Animal Sanctuary
West Place Animal Sanctuary needs help renovating a barn and constructing a new chicken building.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
May 23, 20231 min read
West Place Animal Sanctuary invites you to visitors weekend!
Spring Visitors Weekend is June 3-4, and it's a great opportunity to see the animals and support the sanctuary.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
May 3, 20232 min read
Westport animal cruelty case survivor dies
Remembering Maggie the goat, who was one of the last survivors of the 2016 animal cruelty case in Westport.
Nicole Becker, Student Intern
Apr 20, 20234 min read
When NOT to Rescue: Rabbits
During baby wildlife season, it's important to know when NOT to rescue. If you discover a baby rabbit or a nest, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB!
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Apr 14, 20234 min read
Exploring: Newport Animal Experiences
A guide to four places in Newport County where animal lovers can get their furry fix.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Mar 27, 20232 min read
Farm Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton Needs the Community’s Help
WPAS hosts an open house for adults and students who are interested in volunteering at the sanctuary.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Mar 23, 20232 min read
Open house event aims to recruit volunteers for local farm animal sanctuary
The sanctuary hosted an open house to find volunteers to help with a variety of tasks, including animal care, gardening, and landscaping.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Mar 10, 20232 min read
‘All had individual personalities’: Animal sanctuary recovers from massive bird loss
West Place Animal Sanctuary faces a devastating avian flu outbreak, losing 38 rescue birds, but emerges stronger and continues its mission.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Mar 10, 20233 min read
Animal sanctuary survives Avian Flu, continues saving abused animals
West Place Animal Sanctuary survives the Avian Flu outbreak and continues to rescue abused animals.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Mar 9, 202310 min read
Meet Wendy Taylor
Wendy Taylor shares her inspiring journey of founding West Place Animal Sanctuary with Canvas Rebel.
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Mar 7, 20233 min read
West Place emerges from avian flu 'nightmare'
Following the devastating avian flu tragedy in October, West Place is once again opening their gates to domestic birds.