Jenna & Friends Animal Sanctuary

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Jenna & Friends Animal Sanctuary

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Jenna & Friends Animal Sanctuary is a peaceful refuge outside of Chapel Hill, NC for rescued animals, including potbellied pigs, farm pigs, and roosters.

Our mission is based on three founding principles: (1) provide a loving and safe forever home for animals in need, (2) serve as an example for others who want to start a small animal rescue in their community with little funding, and (3) educate others through events and social media about the plight of pigs and chickens who suffer the consequences of the breeding and food industries.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all the oinkers and cluckers!

10/27/2026

Our barn cat Mabel sure loves the sunshine on her fur this morning!

10/27/2026

🐷🔨 THE BATTLE OF THE PIGGY FENCE! 🔨🐷

Our latest sanctuary improvement project is complete! And we have Miss Randie Lou and Petey to thank for it. 😂

Now that Randie Lou has regained some of her vision, her confidence has absolutely skyrocketed! She's even taken to showing off for Petey and taunting him from her side of the fence. And we couldn't be happier to see her feeling so feisty!

Unfortunately, Petey has accepted the challenge and busted through her gate and fence TWICE to remind her that HE is the king of the herd. (That title actually belongs to Larry, but we'll let Petey enjoy his little fantasy. 👑)

Thankfully, Cinc came to the rescue once again, adding extra posts and wooden slats to reinforce the fence and keep everyone safe.

A HUGE thank you to Cinc for always helping us keep up with these strong-willed, mischievous pigs! ❤️🐽

10/25/2026

Petey just rocks that snout!

10/25/2026

We are truly grateful for our little sanctuary!

Short video expressing our gratitude.

10/24/2026

Randie Lou can see again! Not full range, but enough to view her surroundings. Immense gratitude to all those involved in her surgery!

10/21/2026

🐷❤️ Remember Ricky, the notorious “wild boar” who terrorized Orange County?

At least that's what a misinformed reporter had everyone believing!

In 2023, Ricky was lost and wandering the woods when he was mistaken for a dangerous wild boar, sparking a media frenzy and some frightening public reactions.

The truth? Ricky was just a scared, domesticated potbellied pig trying to survive. 💔

Thankfully, he was rescued and found his forever home at Jenna & Friends Animal Sanctuary.

Today, the only thing dangerous about Ricky is how easily he steals your heart! 🐽❤️

Ricky's story is a reminder that misinformation can put innocent animals at risk.

💕 Want to be part of Ricky's happily-ever-after? You can sponsor this sweet boy and help provide him with the love, food, and care he deserves!

Read more about Ricky and become his sponsor here:

https://www.jennaandfriendsanimalsanctuary.org/sponsor-ricky.html

10/18/2026

Aww look at Lil' Petey from about 6 years ago! He was just a wee boy. You can tell it's Covid era because of the masks.

10/17/2026

Thanks to the National Latin Honor Society at Green Level High School in Cary, NC for coming out in the rain to visit the animals!

10/13/2026

Thank you, Dr. Swink and Kayla, for coming out today! We removed Randie Lou's facial sutures, and we're treating Miss Millie for some inflammation around her eyes (possibly allergy related). And vaccines too!

Address

2403 Carl Durham Road
Chapel Hill, NC
27516

Website

http://www.jennaandfriendsanimalsanctuary.org/

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