ROOTERVILLE A SANCTUARY INC
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I met the folks at Rooterville a couple months ago. I volunteer at a large animal rescue in another part of the state, we needed to find a forever home for Francis (a piglet found by animal services that grew too large for us to care for properly). The folks at Rooterville worked with me to adopt, transport (not so easy) and neuter Francis. I took the 4 hour trip to visit Francis in his new home at Rooterville and I was amazed at what I saw. Elaine and Dale have created a heaven on earth for pigs and a few other large rescued animals. They work extremely hard to make their sanctuary a healthy, safe and beautiful environment for their critters. They are committed to their mission of vegetarian lifestyle and to prevent animal cruelty. They have outstanding educational outreach. These are truly humans acting humanely. We owe them our gratitude and support for how much they contribute. They did not choose an easy life nor an easy mission but I have to say, they do an excellent job day in, day out. I have been there, I know :)
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Was your donation impactful?
Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2013
After my daughter got a pig for a pet there was little information on the internet that could be trusted as true since the pig she got was misrepresented as being, at the most, 20 pounds at full growth. I'm guessing at about 175 pounds past that 20 pounds we became suspicious of any information we found on the internet. Rooterville was one of the FB pages we came across that gave sound and great advise on what we needed to know from feeding piggy, her name is Emily, to why she does what she does. The one thing I learned is Emily goes to bed at dusk and doesn't get up until dawn. Really helped knowing that she really wasn't sick. I look forward to the post this page puts out because I learn a lot from them. I would like to see them win this award as they are very valuable to my daughter and myself. Thanks Rooterville, you've made owning this piggy fun and a learning experience. she's been a blast to have around.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Definitely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2013
Not only a wonderful sanctuary, Rooterville also provides important education for children and the public at large.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Likely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
The Wests provide a superior standard of care to the animals at Rooterville and do a fabulous job educating the public about animal welfare and its effects on human health and the environment. They do a wonderful job. Both animals and humans are beneficiaries of the good work they do.
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How does this organization compare with others in the same sector?
Very Well
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
Life-changing
Will you recommend this organization to others?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
In February of 2007 I lost my sister to cancer and because of that I took ownership of all her animals one of which was a potbellied pig, and mean as they come. After a period of a few months which the pig needed to acclimate himself to his new home he became a beloved pet of mine. Unfortunately he died a few years later at a ripe old age. I came upon Dale and Elaine West owners of Rooterville in search of another pig that needed a home and what I came to see was both beautiful and pathetic at the same time. The farm was corner to corner pigs and dogs and chickens and it was like they all had died and gone to heaven and probably for most of them that is exactly what happened! Every animal I saw was happy and healthy and living the dream....and the ones that made it possible were two people that had given their all to make it possible. Thing is that for the majority of the mostly pigs there it was their last chance and Dale and Elaine could not deny them the life they deserved. Now however they are in dire straits and the last option for all these animals is now in jeopardy! THey both have given every bit of energy and money they have and it is a sacrifice that few of us would be willing to make. Please, whomever reads this story,do what you can to help this organization to get back on its feet so they can continue to care for these animals that others chose to ignore. For the hundred or so pot bellied pigs as well as countless other thrown away animals they are there last resort!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Dale and Elaine WEst not only campaigned for the funds to help care for these animals but they also organized public meetings to introduce a healthy meatless lifestyle. These were free to the public and were very informative!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
I was proud of my fellow friends in Rooterville to see how selfless these people could be. No agenda or prize at the end of the day ..just there simply to provide love and attention to somethings less fortunate.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Young and old,rich and poor and all there for a common goal....to support the Wests and their aspirations to never let these animals know the cruelty or starvation or abandonment in their lives again.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
It could forever give these needy animals the love and care that all animals should be treated with and it would give Dale and Elaine the peace of mind that they have earned a million times over.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
In the many years I've been involved in animal rescue I've never met anyone as passionate about what they do as Dale and Elaine West at Rooterville. Each time I've visited the rescue I've been amazed at how clean and orderly the entire farm is. Their organizational skills, attention to detail and their overall dedication to the welfare of each animal in their care sets a model image for all of us. They are the definition of compassion.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I've been involved in Rooterville's efforts to place adoptable pigs by providing transportation for the animals on several occasions. Also, they were ready and willing to help me by providing a home for Miss Stella, a farm pig with an incredible story!
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I would like to see them be able to move to a larger and more accommodating piece of property so that it would be easier for them to continue what they do.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
their professionalism and their attention to detail when considering the welfare of the animals.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
hard-working and dedicated.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
purchase the necessary size and location of a new piece of property and build permanent and safe housing for all of the animals in their care.
Ways to make it better...
I could have stayed longer and helped out more.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
moving to a more suitable piece of property and being able to provide more housing for the many pigs that live there.
One thing I'd also say is that...
if more people just knew what these folks at Rooterville do for the animals and how compassionate they are, there would be more donations and volunteers willing to lend a helping hand.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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