05/30/2026
Serving this sanctuary has been one of the greatest honors of my life. It is also my purpose to advocate for and care for these incredible beings who call 16 Hands of Love home.
Today, we are asking for support for something that often goes unseen. And something at our funds canβt cover at this time. We ask for your help.
These are not the obvious expenses like hay or feed. They are not the emergency veterinary bills that immediately feel life-saving. Instead, they are the daily wellness tools that help prevent those emergencies from happening in the first place. And at this time we donβt have extra funding for.
Many members of our herd arrived with existing health challenges. Others felt safe enough here for long-hidden conditions to reveal themselves so they could finally receive the care and support they needed.
Because of that, we choose to proactively support their health through targeted minerals, herbs, and supplements that have consistently helped them thrive.
For example, Takoda came to us with significant hoof challenges. To help maintain healthy hooves and prevent serious complications, he receives a specialized mineral blend that has become an important part of his wellness plan.
While donating toward a bag of minerals may not feel as dramatic as funding emergency veterinary care, the truth is that these minerals, herbs, and supplements are often what help keep those emergency calls at bay.
At this time, we are seeking to raise $800 to help support the herd through the summer months, when event revenue is traditionally slower.
Here is exactly what your donation will support:
π΄ Vermont Blend Minerals for Takodaβs hooves
3-month supply: $117
π΄ Immune, Respiratory, and Liver Herbal Support
For Joker and Hermione during asthma season through August: $430
π΄ Specialized Magnesium for Joker
Supports his head-shaking syndrome: $100 (one month)
π΄ Bright Eye Herbs for Takoda and Joker
Supports eye health and helps prevent eye cancer that Joker is particularly prone to: $140
Together, these items total approximately $800.
We currently have funding in place to cover feed and hay for the coming months, and we are deeply grateful for that support. What is not covered are these ongoing wellness needs that help our herd maintain comfort, vitality, and quality of life.
If you feel called to help, any amount makes a difference. Every donation helps us continue providing the care these animals deserve.
Thank you for walking beside us and supporting the herd. π
You can donate by cash, check or on our website at
https://www.16handsoflove.org/donations.html
We also offer PayPal, Zelle and Venmo.
Zelle is our email: [email protected]
PayPal : Angela Hoover
Venmo: