Waverly the horse at The Lily Pond

She’s a Beauty

In March of this year, off-the-track Thoroughbred Waverly arrived at the sanctuary looking scruffy, thin, muddy, and covered with a viral infection (rain rot) across her back. She’s a 10-year-old mare, so it didn’t take long to get her weight up. We even worried that she might be getting a …

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Adeline the cat at The Lily Pond

All the Latest News

There’s been a lot going on this summer with our four-legged family. Many people have asked about some of our animals who have been facing medical challenges, so we wanted to share the following updates. ADELINE Addie is one of our special needs kitties. Prior to coming to the sanctuary, …

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Merlin the cat at The Lily Pond

Merlin Moves In

We’re pleased to announce another set of whiskers at the cat house. Merlin is an affable, 18-year-old tuxedo who arrived at the sanctuary in July. He was rescued from a bad situation in a garage as a kitten and cared for by a local woman who provided a cat house …

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Jeb dog The Lily Pond

In Loving Memory of Jeb

by Susan Bandy JEB was a good boy. This is important to understand – that he was good; that he was sweet and brave; and that he maintained a great attitude right up until cancer took him away from us. Sixteen-year-old Jeb first arrived at the sanctuary last September with …

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The Arrival of Apache

If you happen to visit the sanctuary and see an adorable tri-colored pony wearing boots, be sure to say hello to Apache, the newest member of the herd! Apache is a 27-year old Paint gelding owned for many years by a local woman involved in animal welfare. She had rescued …

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The Lily Pond

Summer 2019 Newsletter Lead Article

Cooler weather has already arrived – the summer months flew by so quickly! The warm, sunny days were anything but lazy here at the sanctuary. We’ve been busy building out a fourth stall in the barn and preparing the paddock for a run-in shed for the horses who are currently …

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The Shed

A Run-In Shed for Mister Ed!

The Lily Pond is seeking to raise $5,000 for the purchase of a run-in shed to shelter Mister Ed.  Will you help us provide a home for this rescued senior quarter horse? THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Mister Ed the horse arrives at The Lily Pond Animal Sanctuary

A Home for Mister Ed

It was a special day in May for a chestnut quarter horse named Mister Ed! He was the beloved horse of a local family who could no longer afford to keep him or address his health issues with heaves, a respiratory condition similar to asthma that makes it difficult to …

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Marta the cat inside at The Lily Pond Animal Sanctuary

Veterinarians On Speed-Dial

We were still reeling from the shock of losing Lou and Tristan within such a short time, when we found ourselves back in the veterinarian’s office…. not just once, but every week. First it was Hubble, our senior flame-point Siamese, who lost his appetite and was diagnosed with pancreatitis. After …

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In loving memory Lou cat

In Loving Memory of Tristan and Lou

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of two of our beloved cats, Tristan and Lou. Tristan was one of the first cats to arrive at the cat house in November 2016. Lou was only with us for a short two months. Both were special cats with …

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Earth Day Celebration at The Lily Pond 2019

In Celebration of the Earth

The Lily Pond hosted our second annual Earth Day Celebration on May 4th, 2019. Many thanks to all who came out to welcome Spring, meet the animals, and enjoy a vegetarian farm-to-table dinner and music in the lovely natural setting of the sanctuary! A group of conscious souls gathered in …

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Spring Garden purple flowers at The Lily POnd

Spring 2019 Newsletter Lead Article

We know that Spring has arrived not by the warmer temperatures, which remain rather chilly here in upstate New York, but by the return of the geese to the pond. Six little baby goslings appeared on the scene and their proud parents made a point to parade them all over …

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2019 Winner’s Circle

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our generous donors, sponsors, and volunteers! We are so grateful for your interest in helping The Lily Pond sanctuary to provide a forever home and quality care to animals in need. All donations go directly to the care and feeding of the animals. Your support …

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A deer on the property at The Lily Pond Animal Sanctuary

The Wild Life

Our wonderful dogs, cats, and horses are not the only animals who share this beautiful land on which we live at the sanctuary. We are graced with the presence of deer, coyote, fox, opossums, hawks, raccoons, turtles, chipmunks, herons, geese, butterflies, squirrels, frogs, and many others. Here are a few …

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Earth Day Celebration at The Lily Pond 2019

Save the Date: The Lily Pond’s Earth Day Celebration

A gathering of conscious souls to honor the beauty and bounty of the Earth Saturday May 4, 2019 2:00 – 8:00pm 65 Downing Road, Ghent, NY 12075 Interactive program of blessings for the planet and all sentient beings Collaborative creation of a 4-foot flower mandala on the land Bouquet of …

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Tig, Jeb and Brodie, three dogs standing in the snow

Woofs and Wags

Our pack of two has expanded to five with the arrival of Tig, Jeb, and Brodie. A local family’s house caught fire after being struck by lightening, forcing them to temporarily relocate until contractors could repair the damage. Unfortunately, they couldn’t take the dogs with them and left them alone …

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The Lily Farm dogs playing in the snow

Photo Gallery: Dashing Through The Snow

The chilly days have meant more time indoors for the dogs. We’re always thrilled when it warms up enough for them to spend time outside romping around the yard and playing fetch. Jeb likes to roll in the snow and Brodie gulps it down in big mouthfuls. He’s the one …

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April and Sammir. Horses at The Lily Pond Animal Sanctuary

Update on the Horses

We’ve received a lot of inquiries regarding April and Sammir, who arrived at The Lily pond in November from a cruelty case that left them both starved, underweight, and in need of medical attention. We’re happy to report that this senior bonded pair has adjusted well to life at the …

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