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February 2009
We send pig care information to Kitsap Humane Society to educate about the needs of a pig while in their care. Many expert animal rescues know very little about pigs.
Senior citizen pig Otis died. He was with his friends living close to the house for frequent observation and happy until his passing. We will miss his friendship.
Three calls come in regarding someone's piglet running loose. We immediately respond to help. Information from owner is he "likes to be free". Which is great except for the traffic and road safety nearby.
We contact authorities and the situation is resolved.
Six dump truck loads of cedar chips delivered to the sanctuary. We must move fencing to make space. Now we can keep ahead of the spring mud. Pigs do not like to walk in mud. Their heavy weight on four legs sink deep.
We have always used thick, deep layers (8 - 12") of cedar chips on all outdoor walkways that the pigs frequently use.
Judy Woods attends the Animal Law Conference at the University of Washington for a day. It was informative with great speakers and presentations. Also sad in how much we all must keep working for the animals.
January 2009
Snow storm and freezing weather continue - when it thaws we have so much to clean up.
Insurance inspection. Calls come asking us to take 3 pigs. If we don't take them the butcher will! People can be so heartless!
Senior Center and schools call to schedule visiting for the year. Again and again we must limit visiting without an education center.
Economy continues to slump. Judy worries every single day about the financial needs of Pigs Peace Sanctuary and our survival.
Our overworked pickup truck breaks down when at the dump. An unexpected, yet needed expense... UGH.
Call comes from a woman whose pig is dying. She needs comfort and support. We understand.
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