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Rachel says "Check out our promotional video!"
Feeding, cleaning, socializing animals,
providing medical care, coordinating adoptions and all the other tasks associated with running a successful rescue and
sanctuary is a 24/7/365 affair here at Potbelly Manor. We live on the property, ready to respond instantaneously to
the needs of our animals. As the permanent residents age they often require medication and attention
in the middle of the night for such ailments as arthritis and dementia. Orphaned piglets must be fed on schedule, so a full
night's sleep is a luxury!
Running an animal rescue is not for the faint of heart. Manual labor in all
temperature extremes, goodbyes as animals pass over the Rainbow Bridge, having to turn down the never-ending requests
for assistance when we are full and other trials are far outweighed by the miracles we witness on a daily basis.
A nuzzle on the neck by Bette the cow, watching goats take saltine crackers with their silly lips, witnessing
an abused pig regain its love of life, seeing a huge St. Bernard lay down and cross his front legs in content, introducing
children to animals they otherwise wouldn't have met-every day is a gift and we wouldn't have it any other way.
Making the difference in the life of an animal is a priviledge we are honored to have.
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Founders and staff:
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About Liz: Liz is a reiki master/teacher, certified angel reader, psychic medium and tarot reader. Proceeds from Liz's services go directly to help fund Potbelly Manor. Liz has been involved in spiritual healing practices for over 17 years. She began her spiritual journey with Tarot 17 years ago, then studied and practiced Reiki beginning in 2000 and began angel card reading in 2004 in combination with her abilities as a clairvoyant in 2004. Liz has studied at some of the top centers for spiritual studies, including "All That Matters" in Wakefield, Rhode Island, with Myra Partyka, and under Elizabeth Foley, a world renowned Reiki Master/Teacher, Integrated Energy Therapist and Angel Practitioner. Liz believes all of these methods can be used, individually or in combination, to help one reach new levels of healing and health mentally, spiritually and/or physically. Please visit the website of Holistic Health Rhode Island to learn more about the services offered. www.holistichealthri.com About Norm:
Norm served 8 years in the U.S. Marines and after a five-year break is back serving our nation in the Army National Guard Infantry 1/200 Charlie Company. He recently returned from a 7-month tour in Iraq. Norm helps with loading/unloading animals being transported and assists with gathering the animals for treatment when the vet comes to the farm. About Steve: Steve is a long-time resident of the farm who helps with just about everything. He works with the volunteers in carrying out their tasks and assists with feeding, watering, cleaning and general carpentry. Steve can often be found engaged in conversation with Bette the cow as they contemplate the challenges of the day. |
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