farm animals Archives

Goat time: Volunteer with Santa Rosa’s Goatlandia, a sanctuary farm for rescued farm animals such as goats, pigs and chickens. Meet the animals by helping the farm with feeding, coop cleaning and other fun projects. Volunteer regularly (12-week minimum commitment) by applying on their website, or schedule an appointment to volunteer on a one-time basis with no commitment necessary. (John Burgess/Press Democrat)

Need a Pick-Me-Up? Join the Bottle Babies Breakfast Club at Goatlandia

March 2025

Every year, Sebastopol's Goatlandia Farm Animal Sanctuary rescues baby goats — but raising them isn’t cheap. That’s where the Bottle Babies Breakfast Club comes in.

Sonoma County Animal Farms, Petting Zoos and Wildlife Preserves for Springtime Fun

February 2020

Sonoma County has something for everyone who wants to get up close with furry, feline, feathered or finned friends — you can even pair animal socializing with wine tasting!

Rescued Farm Animals Find New Home in West Santa Rosa

August 2017

Rescued goats, pigs and chicken settle down on a Santa Rosa ranch to live the good life.

Tolay Lake Regional Park, located between the Petaluma River and the Sonoma Valley. (Robbi Pengelly/Sonoma Index-Tribune)

Sonoma County in 40 Photographs

February 2017

To celebrate the beauty of Sonoma County, we have picked 40 of our favorite local photos by staff photographers. Enjoy!