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Nicole Becker, Student Intern
- Apr 20
- 4 min
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!


Patrick Cole
- Feb 22
- 2 min
Tiverton animal sanctuary reopens after deadly avian flu outbreak
"As much as losing our birds hurt us, and devastated us, we can't let it stop us," said Wendy Taylor of West Place Animal Sanctuary.


Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
- Dec 26, 2022
- 8 min
Abundant turkeys: Once dwindling, wild bird population thrives in northern Rhode Island
West Place founder and executive director Wendy Taylor talks turkey and highlights memorable sanctuary residents.


Patrick Cole
- Aug 19, 2022
- 2 min
Wendy Taylor, West Place Animal Sanctuary founder and executive director
Providence Business News honors Wendy Taylor with a 2022 Leaders & Achievers Award.

Patrick Cole
- Apr 23, 2022
- 3 min
'THEY NEED HUMANS'
Now in its 15th year, West Place Animal Sanctuary has a storybook feel.


Patrick Cole
- Feb 26, 2022
- 2 min
Announcement Regarding Avian Flu
West Place Animal Sanctuary is enacting safety precautions to protect our domestic birds from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.


Karin Dates, Volunteer
- Feb 18, 2022
- 3 min
What is Angel Wing?
Ever seen a duck or goose with wings sticking out at odd angles? Angel wing is a deformity that is often caused by humans. Learn more.

Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
- Feb 10, 2022
- 1 min
Tiverton's West Place Animal Sanctuary Awarded $25K Grant
The funding was part of nearly $500,000 awarded to local animal welfare organizations, and will pay for food and medical costs.

Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
- Feb 10, 2022
- 2 min
Animal Welfare Programs Get Grants
West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton, RI, receives grant to provide food and medial care to a variety of farm animals and wildlife.

Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
- Feb 10, 2022
- 3 min
Newport County Groups Win Share of Nearly $500,000 in Grants for Animal Welfare Programs
West Place Animal Sanctuary in Tiverton receives grant for food and medical care.


Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
- Feb 10, 2022
- 3 min
Three Newport County groups awarded grants to support animal welfare programs
Potter League For Animals, CoyoteSmarts, and West Place Animal Sanctuary win share of nearly $500,000 in grants for animal welfare programs.


Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
- Nov 26, 2021
- 3 min
Taylor provides sanctuary for neglected, abused farm animals
The animal sanctuary, which cares for neglected & abused farm animals and rehabilitates wildlife, has helped more than 1,000 animals.


Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
- Jun 16, 2021
- 2 min
West Place Animal Sanctuary Named National Finalist in Defender Above & Beyond Service Awards
Public voting in the Animal Welfare category open through Monday, June 28.