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At Potbelly Manor our
rescue activities are 100% devoted to pigs.
We do have many other
rescued animals that live on the farm as permanent residents but only take in and adopt out pigs (sorry cats, dogs, ferrets,
bunnies....we really do love you!).
Click here to go to Ariel's page.
Ariel says "Check out our promotional video!"
then scroll down
and meet the folks who make it happen!
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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About Audrey:
Audrey's day begins each morning at 4:00 am when she feeds and cares for all of the animals.
Audrey's sense of humor and love for the animals helps everyone get through the tough manual jobs and keeps everyone
focused.
In addition to her work for the State of Rhode Island, Audrey has served her country since
June 1979, currently at Westover Air force Base, 439th Maintenance Squadron, Springfield, Ma. Audrey is honored
to serve her country, and the income that she receives from her military career is allocated to the medical needs of
the abandoned and abused animals that are rescued by Smith and Agli's Potbelly Manor.
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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
Liz is featured in the June 2010 issue of Natural Awakening: http://june2010.rinaturalawakenings.com/
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| Norm Gagnon |
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| Norm assisting with hoof trimming |
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About Norman:
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 served a 7 month tour in Iraq and will be heading to Afghanistan soon. Please keep Norman in your
thoughts.
Norm helps with hoof and tusk trimming, loading/unloading animals for transport and assists with
gathering the animals for treatment when the vet comes to the farm.
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| Steve assists with the Great Day of Service crew. |
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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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