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Karin Dates, Volunteer
Feb 18, 20223 min read
What is Angel Wing?
Ever seen a duck or goose with wings sticking out at odd angles? Angel wing is a deformity that is often caused by humans. Learn more.


Karin Dates, Volunteer
Jan 21, 20224 min read
Polish Up Your Partridge Knowledge
The national bird of two countries with wild populations from the Middle East to Hawaii, there's a lot to learn about Chukar Partridges.


Lillian Hanson, Student Intern
Sep 3, 20213 min read
Color-changing Isn't Just for Chameleons
Whether it's camouflage for survival or just a fresh set of feathers, many animals change their appearances to match the seasons.


Lillian Hanson, Student Intern
Aug 20, 20212 min read
How to Hypnotize Your Chicken or Hen
Although chickens have exceptional eyesight, they also have some unique characteristics. Learn how chickens see the world.


Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Jun 24, 20214 min read
Sanctuary hopes to save more animals with SUV
West Place lands on the front page of the Newport Daily News during the Land Rover Above & Beyond Service Awards.


Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Sep 15, 20164 min read
Sakonnet Times shares how West Place is "A Far Better Place" in their latest article
The newspaper reached out to us when they heard we were involved in the massive 1400 animal neglect case in Westport, MA. See a PDF copy...


Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
May 6, 20113 min read
Tiverton Sanctuary Making A Difference
West Place was featured in South Coast Today newspaper in an article by Brian Lowney. Read the story, below, or see the entire article...


West Place Media Writer
Mar 1, 20113 min read
The Rhode Island Bar Journal interviews our Executive Director!
Beyond the Bar West Place Animal Sanctuary: Helping our fine feathered friends (Left, Peepers in recovery; Right, Peepers as a young...


Wendy Taylor, Executive Director
Jun 21, 20102 min read
Birds on a Boat
West Place was recently featured on blockislandtimes.com in a new article, Sunday Travelers on the Ferry: Two Starlings and a Mastiff....