Merrymac Farm Sanctuary
@merrymacsanctuary.bsky.social
We are a 501c3 nonprofit farm animal sanctuary located in Charlotte, VT. We provide a healthy, happy, permanent home to 100+ rescued or otherwise homeless animals. https://linktr.ee/merrymacfarm
Thank you for the huge donation of pumpkins!! Everyone is loving them today!
November 29, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Thank you for the huge donation of pumpkins!! Everyone is loving them today!
❤️🩹 UPDATE on HONEY--she has some elevated bloodwork and SAA which is saying that there is an infection going on which is most likely coming from her teeth area, where some teeth were taken out a few weeks ago.
November 29, 2025 at 4:54 PM
❤️🩹 UPDATE on HONEY--she has some elevated bloodwork and SAA which is saying that there is an infection going on which is most likely coming from her teeth area, where some teeth were taken out a few weeks ago.
We just drew our Patreon raffle winner with only minimal interference from Pigeon - congratulations to Mary Thompson! We will definitely be doing more of these in the future to let our Patreon community know how much we appreciate you. 🥳 🐓
November 29, 2025 at 2:06 AM
We just drew our Patreon raffle winner with only minimal interference from Pigeon - congratulations to Mary Thompson! We will definitely be doing more of these in the future to let our Patreon community know how much we appreciate you. 🥳 🐓
Beautiful Penelope. And yes she is just as sweet as she looks. 🥰
November 28, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Beautiful Penelope. And yes she is just as sweet as she looks. 🥰
Did... did one of our turkeys write this?
November 26, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Did... did one of our turkeys write this?
10. They are just plain fun to hang out with. It is endlessly delightful watching them interact with each other, the other residents, and the environment. If you'd like to buy a bag of feed for our wonderful turkeys you can do that here: donorbox.org/mmfs-turkey
November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
10. They are just plain fun to hang out with. It is endlessly delightful watching them interact with each other, the other residents, and the environment. If you'd like to buy a bag of feed for our wonderful turkeys you can do that here: donorbox.org/mmfs-turkey
9. Their regal walk. They have an elegant stride like little kings and queens strutting around. 👑
November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
9. Their regal walk. They have an elegant stride like little kings and queens strutting around. 👑
6. Their interesting anatomy. Most people don't look closely at turkeys but their heads are very cool and unusual compared to many birds. The bit that dangles from the beak is called a snood, the flap that extends from the chin is a wattle, and the little wrinkly bumps throughout are caruncles.
November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
6. Their interesting anatomy. Most people don't look closely at turkeys but their heads are very cool and unusual compared to many birds. The bit that dangles from the beak is called a snood, the flap that extends from the chin is a wattle, and the little wrinkly bumps throughout are caruncles.
5. Their distinct personalities. All of our turkeys have unique characters. Some are docile and social, others are sassy and opinionated. One turkey, Jerry, loves the ducks and spends all of his time with them! More about them here: www.merrymacfarmsanctuary.org/meet-the-birds
November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
5. Their distinct personalities. All of our turkeys have unique characters. Some are docile and social, others are sassy and opinionated. One turkey, Jerry, loves the ducks and spends all of his time with them! More about them here: www.merrymacfarmsanctuary.org/meet-the-birds
4. Their cool dinosaur feet! They look like something from Jurassic Park but they need those strong feet and nails to scratch at the soil to create dust baths and find bugs, seeds, plants, and other snacks.
November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
4. Their cool dinosaur feet! They look like something from Jurassic Park but they need those strong feet and nails to scratch at the soil to create dust baths and find bugs, seeds, plants, and other snacks.
3. They change color! Their heads and necks are like a mood ring, ranging from almost white to blue to deep red depending on how they are feeling.
November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
3. They change color! Their heads and necks are like a mood ring, ranging from almost white to blue to deep red depending on how they are feeling.
2. Their curiosity. The turkeys of Merrymac spend most days roaming free around the yard; greeting people and other residents, getting involved in every project, and endlessly investigating the world around them. Frankie loves to explore and boss us around!
November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
2. Their curiosity. The turkeys of Merrymac spend most days roaming free around the yard; greeting people and other residents, getting involved in every project, and endlessly investigating the world around them. Frankie loves to explore and boss us around!
This Thanksgiving we are so grateful that we get to know turkeys in ways that most people don't. Here are ten awesome things we love about turkeys! 🦃
1. Their gorgeous plumage. Most people think turkeys are just "brown" but their feathers have beautiful patterns, colors, and iridescence!
1. Their gorgeous plumage. Most people think turkeys are just "brown" but their feathers have beautiful patterns, colors, and iridescence!
November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
This Thanksgiving we are so grateful that we get to know turkeys in ways that most people don't. Here are ten awesome things we love about turkeys! 🦃
1. Their gorgeous plumage. Most people think turkeys are just "brown" but their feathers have beautiful patterns, colors, and iridescence!
1. Their gorgeous plumage. Most people think turkeys are just "brown" but their feathers have beautiful patterns, colors, and iridescence!
Romeo update: he had a recheck today. His healing is going slow, slow. With new X-rays and ultrasound, we are monitoring his swollen cheek and ensuring it does not turn into an abscess. He is able to be weaned off of steroids which is good. We will continue antibiotics and pain management. Send 🩷🩷🩷
November 25, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Romeo update: he had a recheck today. His healing is going slow, slow. With new X-rays and ultrasound, we are monitoring his swollen cheek and ensuring it does not turn into an abscess. He is able to be weaned off of steroids which is good. We will continue antibiotics and pain management. Send 🩷🩷🩷
Our residents are doing their best to cause a pumpkin pie shortage this Thanksgiving season. 🥧
November 25, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Our residents are doing their best to cause a pumpkin pie shortage this Thanksgiving season. 🥧
Sweetest boy Louie flops down for belly rubs at the slightest touch!
November 25, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Sweetest boy Louie flops down for belly rubs at the slightest touch!
Pigeon is wondering about your Thanksgiving plans. Can she come to your house and share in your holiday celebrations? Disclaimer - she is guaranteed to walk all over your table and try every dish at least once
November 24, 2025 at 11:38 PM
Pigeon is wondering about your Thanksgiving plans. Can she come to your house and share in your holiday celebrations? Disclaimer - she is guaranteed to walk all over your table and try every dish at least once
As we go into the thanksgiving week, you may be wondering how to support healthy, happy, and rescued turkeys. You can buy a bag of turkey feed: donorbox.org/mmfs-turkey
November 24, 2025 at 6:28 PM
As we go into the thanksgiving week, you may be wondering how to support healthy, happy, and rescued turkeys. You can buy a bag of turkey feed: donorbox.org/mmfs-turkey
It is a big week to think about the fate of 46 million turkeys who lose their lives for a meal. Turkeys are absolutely amazing animals who have wonderful smart personalities that most people never stop to learn about. We love our wonderful 8 turkeys that call MMFS home.
November 23, 2025 at 10:58 PM
It is a big week to think about the fate of 46 million turkeys who lose their lives for a meal. Turkeys are absolutely amazing animals who have wonderful smart personalities that most people never stop to learn about. We love our wonderful 8 turkeys that call MMFS home.
Inky says NO THANK YOU to this chilly, snowy day. 🛌
November 23, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Inky says NO THANK YOU to this chilly, snowy day. 🛌
Uh oh. It looks like we interrupted Jojo and Mika talking about us. What do you think they were saying?
November 23, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Uh oh. It looks like we interrupted Jojo and Mika talking about us. What do you think they were saying?
We’re always asking for Cheerios so we thought we’d show you one of the many ways we use them: ENRICHMENT! Mental stimulation is incredibly important for our residents to be as healthy and happy as possible.
November 22, 2025 at 10:16 PM
We’re always asking for Cheerios so we thought we’d show you one of the many ways we use them: ENRICHMENT! Mental stimulation is incredibly important for our residents to be as healthy and happy as possible.
We love Dewey's beautiful spotted coat!
November 22, 2025 at 6:43 PM
We love Dewey's beautiful spotted coat!
Mayor Bonnie, supervising evening chores. ❤️
November 22, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Mayor Bonnie, supervising evening chores. ❤️
Some of you have asked "Are you doing a calendar this year?" finally the answer YES. Sanctuary Friends 2026 Calendar is available in our merch store merrymac-farm-sanctuary.printify.me. The great thing about Printify is they print and ship all around the world & you are still supporting Merrymac.
November 21, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Some of you have asked "Are you doing a calendar this year?" finally the answer YES. Sanctuary Friends 2026 Calendar is available in our merch store merrymac-farm-sanctuary.printify.me. The great thing about Printify is they print and ship all around the world & you are still supporting Merrymac.