STILL looking for the perfect Christmas present for a loved one? Why not surprise friends or family with an udderly unique gift and sponsor a cow.
Over 200 cows, calves, bulls and steers are waiting to be sponsored through the Sunshine Coast Save A Cow Foundation, with 35 bovines recently moving to the Noosa Hinterland just in time for Christmas.
The Cooroy sanctuary is the third of its kind in the Sunshine Coast and Noosa hinterlands, with other sanctuaries located in Maleny and Conondale.
Anthony Walsgott, who grew up on farms, is the driving force behind the cruelty-free charity which has saved over 220 cows, calves, steers and bulls from the slaughterhouse and dairy industries since 2010.
Through donations and sponsorships, Anthony purchases bovine direct from farmers and saleyards and provides sanctuary for them for the duration of their natural lives.
“Empathy and compassion for cows and other peaceful beings is my reason for rescuing cows, calves, steers and bulls from human cruelty and exploitation,” Anthony said.
Many cow residents at the sanctuaries have been rehabilitated and nursed back to health after being rescued. Anthony said Save A Cow valued all beings as individuals and the cow residents were treated with respect.
“Save A Cow is helping create a fairer, healthier and more compassionate world,” he said.
Anthony said he welcomed anyone who would like to be involved in the cow-friendly charity from visiting the residents on open days, to organising fund-raising events or sponsoring one of the many residents.
Animal lovers can sponsor their choice of bovine for $250 which covers rent, food and health care for a year or alternatively, supporters can also get behind the cause by purchasing merchandise including Save A Cow Foundation’s 2017 calendar or one of many Save A Cow Foundation’s T-shirts. Head to www.saveacow.com.au for more information.
