New Moon Farm, located in Arlington, WA, is a sanctuary dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and eventual placement of goats and sheep in need. Since 1999, I have taken in over 300 animals, and worked to find them new, loving homes.

I welcome all goats that need new places to go, from whatever situation they are in. Some are true rescues via animal control or veterinary seizure, some are surrenders from people who can't afford necessary veterinary procedures, and some come from loving homes that just need to find them new places to live.  Whatever the situation, the animals come here and are lovingly cared for until a good home comes along.  New arrivals are quarantined for 30 days, to protect the rest of the herd.  If they need veterinary care, neutering, etc, they get it.  If they are due for vaccines, deworming, hoof trims, shearing, whatever - they get it.  Then they live as a herd until the right home is found.  Some find new families quickly, some are here for a years – there is no time limit - they are cared for here until the right match is found.

All adoptions at New Moon Farm are preceded by personal visits to prospective homes.  I am looking for homes where the animals will receive personal attention regularly - where they will be seen as pets, and family members, rather than as lawn mowers.  Safe, secure fencing, adequate shelter and proper veterinary care are the minimum requirements for a new home.  I am happy to teach new goat adopters about basic care for their new charges; including hoof trimming techniques, basic nutrition and other goat keeping skills.  Goats will only be placed in pairs, or in homes that already have another goat or horse.  No herd animal is happy alone - companionship is vital to their health and happiness.   Once a home is approved, an adoption contract is required, which does include a "no breeding" clause.

In addition to the animals available for adoption, the farm is home to a small, permanent herd of rescued horses, goats, sheep, cats and dogs.  Though our primary focus is goat and sheep rescue, we also foster cats, dogs and horses for other recognized rescue organizations, as the need arises.  We do not, however, take in horses, dogs or cats directly.  Donations are gladly accepted, and 100% of the funds go to the care of the animals.

If you would like to come out to the farm and meet our herd, or need to surrender a goat or sheep, please call or email for an appointment.  We also have several work parties a year, and help is always appreciated.  If you are interested in volunteering at New Moon Farm, please drop me a line!

Thanks for your interest in rescued goats and sheep! 

*Skagit Rescue Update:
  All of the goats from the big rescue we did in December have been placed! Again, a whole-hearted Thank You to all who have given their time, energy and financial support to this endeavor.  I am still amazed at the outpouring of compassion for these goats, and the way the community came together to encourage and assist me in this effort.  I could not have pulled this off without all of you!