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West Place Animal Sanctuary Expands Accessibility
WPRI - West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton, RI, has introduced a new electric vehicle to offer guided driving tours, making the sanctuary accessible to visitors with mobility challenges.
Patrick Cole
Aug 11, 20251 min read


Connect with Rescue Animals at West Place Animal Sanctuary’s Accessible Tours
RINewsToday - West Place Animal Sanctuary announced a major step forward in accessibility and inclusion with the addition of a brand-new electric vehicle designed for guided driving tours.
Patrick Cole
Aug 9, 20252 min read


West Place Animal Sanctuary launches driving tours to improve accessibility
What's Up Newp - TIVERTON — West Place Animal Sanctuary has introduced electric vehicle tours to make its 8-acre property accessible to visitors with mobility challenges, though the nonprofit is still fundraising to cover the vehicle's cost.
Patrick Cole
Aug 8, 20252 min read


Rhode Island’s Oldest Duck to be Remembered with “Erna's Garden”
WLNE-ABC6 — West Place Animal Sanctuary is honoring Erna the Crested Pekin Duck, Rhode Island's oldest-known duck who lived to be 17-and-a-half years old.
Patrick Cole
Oct 9, 20242 min read


Seventeen Candles
The Buzz - Erna, a beloved Crested Pekin Duck at West Place Animal Sanctuary, celebrated a significant milestone this year.
Patrick Cole
Jun 1, 20242 min read


Sanctuary Throws an Epic Birthday Party for Their Beloved 17-Year-Old Pekin Duck
Scoop Upworthy - West Place Animal Sanctuary knew exactly how to give this senior duck a wholesome birthday party and the internet loved it.
Patrick Cole
Apr 18, 20243 min read


Animal Sanctuary Celebrates Birthday Party For 17-Year-Old Duck
Independent - An animal sanctuary in Rhode Island hosted a birthday party to commemorate an unusual milestone: a duck's 17th birthday
Patrick Cole
Apr 6, 20241 min read


Quacky Birthday, Erna!
EastBayRI - Volunteers and staff at West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton recently helped Erna celebrate her 17th.
Patrick Cole
Apr 4, 20241 min read


A Grand Birthday Party for a Grand Old Duck that Turned 17, Equivalent to 99 Human Years
India Times - In Rhode Island, an animal sanctuary organized a party to mark the unusual occasion of a rescued duck's 17th birthday.
Patrick Cole
Apr 4, 20242 min read


West Place Sanctuary Celebrates the 17th Birthday of Erna the Duck
HeyRhody - Erna, a cherished Crested Pekin Duck at West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton, recently celebrated a significant milestone.
Patrick Cole
Apr 4, 20241 min read


Sanctuary Throws Birthday Party for 17-Year-Old Duck
UPI - An animal sanctuary in Rhode Island threw a party to celebrate an unusual milestone: a rescued duck's 17th birthday.
Patrick Cole
Apr 2, 20241 min read


Duck at Local Animal Sanctuary Celebrates 17th Birthday
WPRI - Staff and volunteers celebrated Erna’s 17th birthday on Sunday, a major milestone
Patrick Cole
Apr 1, 20241 min read


West Place Animal Sanctuary Celebrates Remarkable 17th Birthday of Crested Pekin Duck, Erna
The Newport Buzz - Staff and volunteers at West Place Animal Sanctuary came together to mark the 17th birthday of Erna
Patrick Cole
Apr 1, 20242 min read


Tiverton Rescue Duck Celebrates 17th Birthday
ABC 6 - The West Place Animal Sanctuary is celebrating a big birthday Monday for their busiest foster mom, Erna.
Patrick Cole
Apr 1, 20241 min read


Tiverton Animal Sanctuary Throws Epic Birthday Party for Special Duck
Fun 107 - West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton held a very special birthday party for its longest-standing resident over the weekend.
Patrick Cole
Apr 1, 20242 min read


Happy Birthday Erna!
The Rhode Show - Erna is a crested pekin who just turned 17 years old at West Place Animal Sanctuary.
Patrick Cole
Apr 1, 20241 min read


Rescue Duck Celebrates 17th Birthday at West Place Animal Sanctuary
WUN - Staff and volunteers at West Place Animal Sanctuary helped Erna, a Crested Pekin Duck rescued in 2007, celebrate her 17th birthday.
Patrick Cole
Apr 1, 20242 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!
Nicole Becker, Student Intern
Apr 20, 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
Apr 14, 20234 min read


Sweet Teeth: Inside the Mouths of Ruminants
By Gabbie Kumar, Sanctuary Generalist Did you know that some of our furry farm friends do not have a top row of front teeth These animals...
Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Jan 27, 20232 min read
