Listen as Dawn tells the story of Murfee’s journey, the current challenges he’s facing and the lessons he has taught us. We discuss how emotional wounds can effect animals just as much as physical ones, the importance we place on our animals having companions and purpose, how animals handle loss, and more. Murfee may […]
Animal Talk Thursday: Take a Tour of the Barn!
Join Dawn as we take a stroll through our large barn along with some of our outdoor pastures and say hello to our various barn residents. We hope you enjoy!
Our Latest Edition of TattleTails & Tidbits is Here
Happy Spring! We hope you enjoy our latest issue of our free journal TattleTails & Tidbits. Download Your Copy
Animal Talk Thursday: Live Catnip Cam
Take a peek at what enrichment time can look like for our residents! Enrichment is a huge part of a cat’s well being, and since Spring Farm CARES is the permanent home of its residence, we try our best to fit in enrichment activities as much as possible. While medical care is essential, play time […]
Animal Talk Thursday: A Weather Chat with Little Barn Residents
Join Dawn as we take a trip up to our little barn to chat about the animals’ opinions on winter and the changing of seasons. We hope you enjoy!
Animal Talk Thursday: Animal Communication Demonstration
Join Dawn as she chats with the four residents of our kitchen: Gizmo, Gracie, Joy and Mezi. You’ll be able to see what animal communication can look like live and get lots of interesting insight from the cats. Each one is totally different and it’s fascinating to see all of these unique personalities in one […]
Living & Listening from the Heart: Free Virtual Lecture with Dawn Hayman
Join Dawn Hayman, professional Animal Communicator and SFC co-founder, for a free online lecture on living from the heart. Dawn will share insights gained from over 30 years as an Interspecies Communicator to help you see death not as an end, but as a natural and vibrant part of life, empowering you to live […]
Animal Talk Thursday: A Day in the Life of Ned
Follow along for a day in the life of one of our residents, Ned, to learn more about this special cat and to get a glimpse of what it’s like to be a kitty here at Spring Farm CARES. You’ll also get to hear some stories and takeaways from our cofounder and professional Animal Communicator […]
Animal Talk Thursday is Back!
Join us on Thursdays for a weekly behind-the-scenes look inside Spring Farm CARES! Each week will feature different aspects of life on the farm; you will see virtual tours, live Q&As with Dawn, animal communication demonstrations, behind-the-scenes peaks with staff and more.
Intro to Animal Communication: A Free Virtual Lecture with Dawn Hayman
Join Dawn Hayman, co-founder of Spring Farm CARES and professional Animal Communicator with over 30 years of experience, for an introductory lecture on communicating with our animal friends. Although animals do not ‘speak’ in the same way we do, that doesn’t mean they are not communicating! All humans have a natural ability to communicate telepathically […]
Found Cat: Is This Your Cat?
Do you know this cat? Male, brown tiger tabby. Found West Utica, Schuyler St. area. This cat was found huddled on a porch chair desperately trying to get warm. He is not microchipped. Very friendly. If this is your cat or for more information – Contact Us […]
Latest Issue of TattleTails & Tidbits Now Available
Our January/February 2025 Issue of TattleTails & Tidbits is now available. We hope you enjoy the articles and photos! This marks our 4th year of TattleTails and we look forward to another year of sharing our stories, insights, and wisdom from the animals. Download Your Copy Now
Winter Wonderland
For those of us in our local area, I know you are probably tired of shoveling, plowing, sanding….. repeat. But sometimes we just need to step back and look at the beauty and magic as well. Just finished tucking all the equines in for the night and left with the sound of contented munching filling […]
Animal Message of the Day – Shawnee
This is the final Daily Message of Gratitude series for 2024. We hope you enjoyed and were inspired by all of the animals you have helped. They have enjoyed an opportunity to express their gratitude to all of you. From Shawnee: “When I was born, my mother died. I would have died too if it […]
Animal Message of the Day – Flannigan
From Flannigan: “One of the gifts I am most grateful for is curiosity. Maybe that sounds strange but I am always very curious about everything. Because of that, I am never bored. Sometimes, if I’m honest, it can get me into trouble. Like when I tip buckets of water over on the floor. I was […]
Animal Message of the Day – Snowball
From Snowball: “I am grateful for sunny days. I know we need the rainy ones too. But I love being able to feel the sun warm my body and I just soak it all in. I also appreciate seeing the stars on clear nights. The other thing I am grateful for is to be a […]
Animal Message of the Day – Carley
From Carley: “I love to sing. Ask anyone who is around first thing in the morning when I celebrate when our caretakers arrive to start their day. I have a mighty voice. And the great thing is that I also know I am heard. It feels good to be understood and loved. My other donkey […]
Animal Message of the Day – Genny
From Genny: “I’ll tell you something. I think life is just the best. There is so much to be grateful for every day. I love my cat friends. And I love my human friends too. Not all of them really understand me. Sometimes it is a little difficult at first when I meet new people. […]
Animal Message of the Day – Blue
From Blue:  “I have found so much joy in being a bunny. I am grateful every day for everything I am being given. There are so many things that I like about life. I love eating. I love playing. I love being in a form that can jump. But, by far, the thing I treasure […]
Animal Message of the Day – Brandy
From Brandy: “I am most grateful for being able to share my heart with those who can use a dose of compassion. I think the human heart is a very beautiful thing. But what I notice most about you is that you often cannot see your own light and beauty. So, if you come to […]
Animal Message of the Day – Bella
From Bella: “I know what you’re thinking because I hear it all the time…. ‘oh what a pretty cat.’ I am grateful for the compliment but there is far more to me than my pretty looks. I have always been a little shy around people, but that is changing. I have a renewed mission and […]
Remembering Our Loved Ones
This time of year can truly be difficult and challenging for many of us. Yes, it is a time of gratitude and joy. But it is often also a time of loneliness and heartbreak for many. As we look back on this year and years past, many of us find ourselves with the loss of […]
Animal Message of the Day – Rollin
From Rollin: “Hey, hey, hey there! I am Rollin and I am a spectacular rooster. Here are some of the many things that I am grateful for. Hens, without them I am lost. The sun, always. The rain, as it is needed. Worms. Bugs. Mud puddles. People who listen. People who care. Kindness. The quiet […]
Animal Message of the Day – Leo
From Leo: “I love these messages. I think people underestimate how much we animals do appreciate things and how deeply we feel about things. I see this all the time. Sometimes people say things about me and call me stubborn. That is because they really don’t know me. And when people dismiss me, then I […]