Host Sean A. Russell takes listeners on a heartfelt journey through Florida’s leading Vegan sanctuaries and rescues. Discover the inspiring stories of the people saving lives, the challenges they face, and how you can support their mission for compassion and freedom. Featuring Aguacate Sanctuary of Love, Dharma Bear Rescue, Laughing Pig Sanctuary, and more.
Key Highlights
- Introduction: Florida’s heart of compassion
- Why sanctuaries matter
- Meet Florida’s changemakers
- The bigger picture with FARA
- The challenges they face
- How you can help
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Featured Sanctuaries
1. Aguacate Sanctuary of Love and Rescue (Miami, FL)
Founded by Daney Cabrera, this sanctuary provides a permanent home for animals rescued from the farming industry and offers educational tours promoting cruelty-free living.
2. Ark Rescue at Brightside Acres Sanctuary (Live Oak, FL)
A sanctuary providing lifelong care to elderly and medically complex animals, ensuring they experience comfort and peace in their later years.
3. CudaBears Lair Animal Sanctuary (Sebring, FL)
Home to a variety of rescued farm animals, this sanctuary welcomes visitors to learn about compassionate living and responsible animal care.
4. Dharma Bear Rescue (Loxahatchee, FL)
A micro-sanctuary focused on rescuing and rehabilitating animals of all kinds while advocating for Vegan-friendly care and humane treatment.
5. Laughing Pig Sanctuary (Bartow, FL)
Dedicated to caring for aging pigs with special needs, this sanctuary shows the true meaning of lifelong commitment and compassion.
6. Love Life Animal Rescue and Sanctuary (Myakka City, FL)
Rescues and rehabilitates farmed animals while educating the public about Vegan living, love, and empathy toward all beings.
7. Palm Beach Parrot and Bird Rescue (Palm Beach County, FL)
Provides sanctuary and rehabilitation for exotic birds and educates the public about responsible avian care and adoption.
8. Pawsitive Beginnings Fox Sanctuary (Key Largo, FL)
A haven for foxes rescued from the fur trade, offering safe, permanent homes and using animal-assisted therapy to help trauma survivors heal.
9. Shelter Farm Sanctuary and Farm Dog Fosters (Arcadia, FL)
These partner programs offer a permanent home for farm animals and help dogs recover, rehabilitate, and find loving families.
10. The Muscovy Sanctuary of Florida (Riverview, FL)
Saves and rehabilitates ducklings and Muscovy ducks that other facilities often turn away, showing unconditional compassion for all species.
11. Little Bear Sanctuary (Punta Gorda, FL)
Provides lifelong care for rescued animals while promoting Vegan values and compassionate living. Known for its deep commitment to ethical sanctuary work.
12. Florida Animal Rescue Alliance (FARA)
A statewide coalition connecting dozens of sanctuaries and rescues to share resources, strengthen advocacy, and build a more compassionate Florida.
About the Show
The Vegans Explore Podcast is on a mission to record a new episode every day until November 1, 2026, spotlighting Vegan topics, changemakers, nonprofits, and brands from around the world. Explore additional episodes.
About the Show
The Vegans Explore Podcast is on a mission to record a new episode every day until November 1, 2026, spotlighting Vegan topics, changemakers, nonprofits, and brands from around the world. Explore additional episodes.
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