Maddy

Hi there, I’m Maddy, a Kune Kune pig, and I’ve got a pretty special story. I was once someone’s beloved house pet, but as you can probably guess, I grew and grew—did I mention I’m pretty big? When my owners had to move out of state, they helped me find a new home, and lucky for me, Kismet said yes! Now I’m living the good life. I love sunbathing, getting belly rubs (the best thing ever), and of course, food—lots of it! Oh, and my waddles? Definitely my most distinctive feature. I’m six years old, and I’m loving every minute of it. Come visit me if you want to see some piggy charm in action!

Orrie

I’m Orrie, and my life took a big turn a few years ago. I used to be a mascot at a daycare in sunny California, but apparently, I was a bit too rambunctious for the kids. When the daycare decided to sell me, a man offered to buy me—for a barbecue. Luckily, a kind young woman visiting the area overheard his plans and immediately started calling sanctuaries for help. She reached the nice people here, who were just starting their sanctuary. While they were on the phone, they could hear the man arguing about my fate in the background. They quickly told the woman to throw $200 at him, scoop me up, and get me safely into her truck. I've lived happily here at the sanctuary ever since—four wonderful years and counting. Life is good, and barbecue isn't on the menu!

Coco & Frank
Hi friends! We’re Coco the donkey and Frank the goat, and we’re pretty much inseparable. When our previous owners couldn’t take us to their new home, Kismet welcomed us with open arms—and we’ve been side by side here ever since. We do just about everything together: grazing in the sunshine, exploring the pasture, and keeping each other company. Coco is the gentle, steady one, while Frank is always curious and a little mischievous—it makes for the perfect balance! Life at Kismet means safety, love, and plenty of space for two best friends like us. Come visit, and you’ll see why everyone says we’re the sweetest duo around.

Daisy

I’m Daisy, and my journey to the sanctuary started when I wandered away and got lost in Milwaukie a couple of years ago. One day, I spotted a young man tending to his chickens and a goat right in the middle of town. He mentioned he had to find a new home for the goat because neighbors weren't exactly thrilled. Thankfully, the nice lady who spotted me had a sanctuary. After coming to check things out and making sure I got a clean bill of health from the vet, he brought me here.

Now, I spend my days happily running and jumping through the pastures. I'm pretty smart (if I do say so myself), and if you shake some grain, I'll come running from anywhere!

Penny Sue
Hi there, I’m Penny Sue, a Kune Kune piggy with a big personality and an even bigger appetite! My story started out a little rough—I was destined for slaughter after having many babies. Luckily, a kind neighbor stepped in and a rescuer brought me to safety. That’s how I found my way here to Kismet.

I made quite the splash (literally) when I arrived—turns out, I absolutely love water! I spend my time enjoying apples (my favorite treat), soaking up belly rubs, and squealing at the top of my lungs whenever it’s mealtime. And yes… I may have gotten into the grain can here, too. Some habits die hard!

The best part? My oldest daughter now lives here with me, thanks to the same amazing rescuer. I’m one happy mama pig living the good life

Bobbie

I’m Bobbie, a Nigerian Dwarf goat, and my life now is very different from where I started. For the first few years, I lived in a tiny, dark 5x5 shed surrounded by mud. It was so cramped and scary that I had to be carried out when the nice people came to take me to my new home.

I'm still pretty shy around new faces, but give me some time—I love to flirt with the boys and can’t resist my special grain snack. Life is brighter now, and I’m slowly learning to trust again.

Wilbur

I’m Wilbur, and I arrived here with my buddy Sasha. Our owner realized we might grow too big to keep at home, so we were lucky to find our way to the sanctuary. Now Sasha, Orrie, and I are roommates, and we're pretty inseparable. Unlike some of our pig friends here, none of us really like water. On chilly nights, you'll find all three of us burrowed deep under the straw, keeping each other cozy. Our absolute favorite treats? Apples, squash, and berries—those are the quickest way to our hearts!

Sasha

I’m Shasta, Wilbur’s best pig buddy. Life here at the sanctuary suits me perfectly—especially when there's sunshine. Nothing beats soaking up warm rays, and if you happen to offer belly rubs, we'll become instant friends. I spend my days lounging comfortably, enjoying the easy life, and keeping an eye out for anyone who might have treats.

The Geese

It all started with 6 of us geese who needed a home, and now look at us—we’ve grown into quite the big flock! We’ve got a good thing going here: we get to waddle around, swim, and eat to our hearts’ content. The humans collect our eggs, but sometimes we like to keep them a secret and hide them, then sit on them when they’re not looking. We’ve had plenty of goslings over the years, and let’s just say we’re all fat, happy, and as silly as can be! There’s a “geriatric ward” for the older geese, a “pediatric section” for the little ones and their moms until they’re all feathered up, and our general population is now at a whopping 26—yep, it’s a full house. But we wouldn’t have it any other way. Life’s good, and we’re loving every goofy moment of it!

The Chickens
We’re the chickens, a mixed bunch that’s been rescued over the years. Right now, there are 15 of us hens, including one adventurous hen who once roamed the highways during a wildfire (she’s a bit of a legend). We’ve also got two banty roosters who came with Rita, and three possibly Long Horn hens who needed a new home. We’ve got it made with our penthouse living situation, plus an outdoor fenced area with a wire roof so we can roam safely. When it’s cold, we’ve got a heat lamp to keep us cozy, and when it’s hot, a fan to keep us cool. We may be a bit of a motley crew, but we’re living the good life, clucking along happily.

The Alpaca Boys

We’re two fluffy alpacas who pretty much do everything together—because why wouldn’t we? Our days are filled with grazing, napping, and maintaining our signature hairstyle (it’s a full-time job). We’re always up for a little adventure, whether it’s chasing each other around or just hanging out in the sun. We’ve had our share of tough times, but now we’re living our best life, and we’ve got the fluffiest coats to prove it. If you want a dose of alpaca joy, come say hi! We promise we feel as fluffy as we look.

Tootsie & Lolly
Hi there! We’re Tootsie and Lolly, a speedy little pair of Kune Kune twins with energy to spare. We came to Kismet a few months ago after being rescued from a processing farm, and we’ve been busy making up for lost time ever since!

Because we move so fast (especially at mealtime), the humans here built us a special dining area to make sure we both get our fair share. We might be smaller than most Kune Kunes—maybe that’s what saved us—but our hearts are big and full of love. We enjoy soaking up the sunshine, crunching on apples, and we’re slowly learning that belly rubs aren’t so scary after all.

Come say hi—you’ll probably spot us zipping around or munching happily side by side!

Bucky
Hi there, I’m Bucky, a big, gentle bull with an even bigger heart. I started out as a 4-H project for a little boy who was supposed to raise me for market—but something special happened. He fell in love with me and just couldn’t bear to see me sold for slaughter.

Because of my size, I couldn’t stay at my first home forever, but thanks to Kismet, I now have a safe and loving place to call home. Here, I get to be my goofy, gentle self every day, with plenty of room to roam and friends to keep me company.

I may be big, but I’m really just a softie at heart—and I’m so grateful to have found my forever home at Kismet.

Annabelle

Hi, I’m Annabelle, and I’ve had quite the journey to get here. I spent the first few years of my life in a puppy mill, having puppies of my own. Not exactly the best start. Things got tough when the couple who rescued me broke up, and I ended up with an overwhelmed owner. When the farm folks came to rescue the farm animals, my owner asked if they could help find homes for three dogs. They found homes for the big dogs but decided to foster me instead. And let me tell you, I love it here! Even though I’m considered a senior, after just a month, I started acting like a puppy again. I love playing with the big dogs—well, mostly chasing them and barking a lot.

Raelynn & Bobbie

We’re Raelynn and Bobbie, two Dwarf Nigerian girl goats with a big story. We were rescued from a broken home, where our owner was overwhelmed and asked for help. We lived in a tiny 5x5 shed with no windows, surrounded by mud. It was a tough life, and we had to be carried out of there. Raelynn was really sick with pneumonia, and we had to see three veterinarians to get better. We both had worms and didn’t even have names. But look at us now! We’ve recovered and are living the good life with a comfortable barn, a fan in the summer, a heat lamp in the winter, and a huge pasture to roam. We’re bonded with the sheep, and we love our treats—pasture grass, orchard, and carrots. We are pretty sure the staff is sneaking Raelynn her meds in the carrots.  Life’s way better now, and we’re so thankful for the freedom and love we have here.

Betsy

Hi there! I’m Betsy, a large potbellied pig, possibly with a little Juliana mix thrown in for fun. I’m the newest member of the Kismet family, and I arrived with my buddy Creek. The first thing I did when I got here? I busted through a strong wire hog panel and went for a little adventure. I mean, who doesn’t love a stroll, right? My previous owners had to move because of some changes, but I’m sweet as can be, and I’ve settled in just fine. Unlike the other pigs, I’ve got a soft, quiet voice – I don’t like to make a lot of noise. I prefer to take my time with my food, savoring every last bite, and I’m pretty fond of long naps in the straw or a nice little swim in my pool. I’m two years old, and I’m so happy to be here. So, come say hi sometime! I promise I won’t hog all the attention... well, maybe just a little bit!

Creek

I’m the one-year-old male Dwarf Nigerian horned goat, and I’m living my best life! I came here with Betsy, and let me tell you, I’m all about the good stuff—sweet feed, head rubs, and, of course, blatting! I’ve got a big voice for such a little guy, and I love to use it. Every day is an adventure, and I’m loving all the attention and treats I get. Life’s pretty sweet, and I’m just here to enjoy it all!

Maisey

I’m Maisey, the African Miniature Zebu cow, and I’m Rita’s best friend. We’re totally inseparable! I absolutely love my pasture and could spend hours lounging under the fir trees, soaking up the calm. But when my grain arrives—watch out! I get the zoomies and can’t help but run around like crazy. I’m not a fan of rain, though, and I’m more than happy to take shelter at the first sign of a sprinkle. At 5 years old, life’s pretty relaxed, but I’ve got plenty of energy when it comes to food time!

Sun and Moon

We’re Sun and Moon, and our story started during the fires in 2020. We were scared and unsure at first, but since then, we’ve grown to trust the humans here. Now, we love to rub up against their legs and purr for all the pets and scratches we can get. We’ve become quite the guardians, too—watching over the farmhouse at night and keeping an eye out for any nighttime critters. Life’s a lot less scary now, and we’re happy to be part of this family!