Wayward Ranch Animal Sanctuary
The Underdog's Last Hope. We provide a quality life to the animals who need it most.
To provide a quality life to the animals who need it most.
Welcome to Wayward Ranch Animal Sanctuary:
The Underdog's Last Hope!
Wayward Ranch was created by four friends who share the same dream of rescuing animals that have been left behind. We are working towards 501c3 status and our end goal of having a sanctuary and training facility where animals deemed "unadoptable" can live out their lives comfortably. Our first step in achieving our goal is starting off as a foster based organization.
Our dream is dedicated to the dogs we have loved and seen deteriorate in the traditional shelter environment. Some of these dogs never make it out of the shelter because their stressed behaviors make them less desirable for adoption or even potentially more aggressive and therefore unfit for adoption. When we reach our end goal of a sanctuary facility we will be able to find dogs in need of behavioral rehabilitation training or lifelong care and bring them to the sanctuary rather than them being euthanized in the traditional shelter system.
Crow is a total goofball! He absolutely loves playing, whether it's by himself with a toy or playing with other...
Read MoreWhen Jupiter first came to us, her babies had just opened their eyes and weren't yet moving around much, but...
Read MoreWhen Jupiter first came to us, her babies had just opened their eyes and weren't yet moving around much, but...
Read MoreWhen Jupiter first came to us, her babies had just opened their eyes and weren't yet moving around much, but...
Read MoreJupiter and her three babies came to us from the NYC ACC and it was immediately obvious that she was...
Read MoreCan’t decide if you want to adopt a goat or a cow? Adopt this bonded duo and you'll get both...
Read MoreCan’t decide if you want to adopt a goat or a cow? Adopt this bonded duo and you'll get both...
Read MoreAre you looking for a bonded pair of adorable but tiny goats? Look no further! Cogsworth and Lumiere came to...
Read MoreAre you looking for a bonded pair of adorable but tiny goats? Look no further! Cogsworth and Lumiere came to...
Read MoreDelta came to us with her momma Juliet, sister Charlie, and brothers Sarge, Rambo, Romeo, and Tango, as owner surrenders...
Read MoreCharlie came to us with her momma Juliet, sister Delta, and brothers Sarge, Rambo, Romeo, and Tango, as owner surrenders...
Read MoreRomeo came to us with his momma Juliet, sisters Charlie and Delta, and brothers Sarge, Rambo, and Tango, as owner...
Read MoreTango came to us with his momma Juliet, sisters Charlie and Delta, and brothers Sarge, Rambo, and Romeo, as owner...
Read MoreSarge came to us with his momma Juliet, sisters Charlie and Delta, and brothers Rambo, Tango, and Romeo, as owner...
Read MoreRambo came to us with his momma Juliet, sisters Charlie and Delta, and brothers Sarge, Tango, and Romeo, as owner...
Read MoreKronk is a 5 year old, chill dude who is searching for his new home with his mom and best...
Read MoreYzma is a 7 year old, super outgoing little goat who absolutely loves people and is searching for her new...
Read MoreKuzco is 11 years old and had been kept on a chain until he broke free years ago and found...
Read MoreShe loves all the humans that visit her family, and is endlessly confident even with strangers. When new people come...
Read MoreLooking for a big bundle of love and energy? Apollo is your guy! This 80lb goofball came to us from...
Read MoreMrs. Potts and Chip are two of the gentlest pigs we have ever met! They are absolute sweethearts and deserve...
Read MoreClementine has been waiting since we first got her in February 2021 to be adopted and we just know that...
Read MoreSimba came to us after being bounced from home to home through social media. Like many potbelly pigs he was...
Read MoreThis beautiful mare is Jasmine. ? Jazz came to us as an owner surrender when her family wasn't able to...
Read MoreMolly is an off the track Standardbred who was born in 2015. She raced on the track for a few...
Read MoreMeet Charlotte and Fern! This bonded pair of adorable girls is looking for a forever home together. They were originally...
Read MorePinocchio is a big, handsome pig who is in need of a forever home! He was purchased as a baby...
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11/23/2021
11/22/2021
It’s a sad day here at Wayward 💔
This week we had to make the painful decision to let our beloved Joker cross over.
The Gotham 3 are now the Gotham 2
About a week ago Joker started exhibiting symptoms of what appeared to be was lameness. That lameness quickly escalated to an inability to stand. Our vet diagnosed Joker with Meningeal worms.
For those of you who don’t know Meningeal worms are neurotropic nematode parasite common to white tailed deer, which causes damage to the central nervous system.
Our vet immediately started Joker on medicine to help combat the parasite, but the prognosis was guarded. Two nights ago Joker took at turn for the worse and we rushed him to Cornell- the premier large animal vet in the northeast. Upon arrival the vets at Cornell were concerned that not only did Joker have Meningeal worm, but also that his stay apparatus of his hind limb was destroyed.
This may have been due to an acute injury or degeneration of his tendons/ligaments. Essentially Joker was walking on his hocks.
These two conditions coupled together made his chance of recovery impossible. Along with the advice of our vet and the vets at Cornell we came to the heart wrenching decision to let Joker go. Joker was surrounded by love up until the last second of life. He was a huge part of Wayward. He helped to socialize our goat rescue cases, gave visitors hundreds of hours of joy and was family to our staff. We will miss him more than words can ever express. 💔
11/21/2021
Baby Raymond update !
He’s not baby anymore !
Raymond is growing up into a handsome and big boy. He is becoming one of the friendliest pigs at the ranch and runs up to greet visitors.
This not so little spotted boy is still in search of his forever home! He would love a home with other pig friends to keep him company! #waywardranchanimalsanctuary #raymond
11/14/2021
Snoozy Sunday here at the farm !
Grover, Percy and Annabeth having a little nap after a play filled morning
We are currently accepting applications to adopt these little cuties !! #waywardranchanimalsanctuary
11/13/2021
Introducing the new Wayward Unlikely Pair - Baby Raymond and Simba!
Simba our resident curmudgeon has taken a shine to Baby Raymond ! Typically Simba tussles with all the pigs and is generally a grump. But he has found a buddy in Baby Raymond. Simba literally lets him walk all over him and cuddle!! Our hearts are melting ! #waywardranchanimalsanctuary
11/12/2021
Bugs needs dental work!
Mr. Bugs has points on his teeth (this is a common bunny problem)! He needs his points filed down so his teeth don’t cut his tongue.
Unfortunately this is an expensive procedure. We need to raise $1200 for his dental continuing vet care for his respiratory infection.
Please donate!! #waywardranchanimalsanctuary
11/05/2021
Bugs is back !
Unfortunately his owner could no longer care for him so he has been returned to WRAS. He came back to us with a pretty nasty respiratory infection, but he is now on the mend !
Bugs is a senior bunny around 7 or 8 years old. He enjoys long cuddles and hanging out with humans! Bugs is currently up for adoption ! #bugs #waywardranchanimalsanctuary
10/31/2021
In honor of Halloween here is our Wayward adoptable goblin Echo !!
If you are looking for an independent lady cat as your sometimes companion sometimes goblin look no further thank Echo!
She is a cat that knows her own mind. She enjoys cuddles and pets until she decides she's done- then she lets you know
Happy Halloween from Echo and the WRAS team ! 👻
10/30/2021
VIP feeding time !
Roz, Boo and Baby Raymond get their meals individually so the big pigs don’t steal their treats! Feeding these guys individually is another way our staff works tirelessly to keep all our animals healthy and happy! #waywardranchanimalsanctuary
10/25/2021
Today’s People or Wayward is caretaker Hailey !
Hailey possesses the unique ability to make even the most timid animals feel at ease. Her commitment to our animals and the ranch far exceeds the boundaries of her job description. She has put in countless hours at the farm -in stalls, paddocks, crates (the list goes on) to care for and socialize some of our toughest cases.
Thank you Hailey for everything you do, the animals and the people of wayward appreciate you ! #waywardranchanimalsanctuary #hailey
10/24/2021
It’s finally starting to feel like Fall!
Boo and Roz are hiding from the crisp air all cuddled up in their nest.
These sensational sisters are available for adoption ! #waywardranchanimalsanctuary #BooAndRoz
10/22/2021
Hay day here at Wayward !
4 people unloaded and stacked 350 bales of hay in under an hour! That has to be a record ! #waywardranchanimalsanctuary