When will National Rescued Farm Animal Day be celebrated? August 27th of each calendar year.
What is National Rescued Farm Animal Day? National Rescued Farm Animal Day honors the lives of farmed animals who have been rescued from cruelty, neglect, and industrial agriculture. This day raises awareness about the sentience and individuality of animals like cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, and turkeys—creatures often overlooked in mainstream animal welfare conversations. By sharing their rescue stories and highlighting the work of animal sanctuaries across the nation, the hope is to inspire compassion, promote vegan living, and support policies that protect farmed animals.
How should National Rescued Farm Animal Day be celebrated or observed? National Rescued Farm Animal Day honors the lives of farmed animals who have been saved from abuse, neglect, and slaughter. On this day, the public is encouraged to recognize the sentience and individuality of these animals, support local sanctuaries, share rescue stories, choose compassionate meals, and take action to help create a kinder world for all beings.
Why was National Rescued Farm Animal Day created? National Rescued Farm Animal Day is being created to honor the lives of farmed animals who have been rescued from abuse, neglect, abandonment, or industrial farming operations. Across the country, animal sanctuaries are working tirelessly to save the lives of cows, pigs, sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, and other animals typically viewed only through the lens of food production. These rescued animals are not just survivors—they are sentient, social, and emotionally complex beings who deserve to be recognized as individuals.
This day is about giving rescued farm animals a voice and helping the public see them not as commodities, but as beings with personalities, preferences, and the capacity for joy, pain, and deep connection. While dogs and cats are widely loved and protected, farmed animals often endure systemic suffering with little public awareness. National Rescued Farm Animal Day aims to change that.
By highlighting rescue stories, celebrating the work of sanctuaries, and encouraging compassionate choices, this day invites people to connect with the idea that all animals deserve care, safety, and respect. It is also a day to reflect on the role each of us can play in building a more just and compassionate world—whether through supporting rescue organizations, choosing vegan meals, or simply learning more about where our food comes from.
This day is also an opportunity to celebrate hope. Every rescued animal represents resilience, healing, and the possibility of change. Their stories inspire us to do better—not only for animals, but for our planet and future generations.
National Rescued Farm Animal Day is not just a celebration of the animals who made it out—it’s a call to action for those who still need our help.
Who created this day? This day was created by Jacqueline Ward in 2025.