PEAK Animal Sanctuary

PEAK Animal Sanctuary For over 13 years, PEAK was a haven for animals that inspired community & advocated for a peaceful coexistence with all species.

Indiana’s first farmed animal sanctuary closed in August 2026. Uplands PEAK Sanctuary aka PEAK Animal Sanctuary, was Indiana's first farmed animal sanctuary. PEAK stood for People, Earth, Animals, in Kinship. After over 13 yearrs of rescue, the sanctuary closed and relocated the remaining residents. You can find them at Oinking Acres, No Swine Left Behind, and Compass Rose Farm Sanctuary. Thank yo

u to everyone who supported PEAK and helped change the world for so many animals who called PEAK home. If you are looking for a home for one of our fellow animals, you may like to try the group on Facebook.

As PEAK’s chapter comes to a close, we hope you will continue to support the sanctuary community and the animals who dep...
08/06/2026

As PEAK’s chapter comes to a close, we hope you will continue to support the sanctuary community and the animals who depend on it.

Oinking Acres: oinkingacres.org

No Swine Left Behind: noswineleftbehind.org

The Goat Conspiracy: thegoatconspiracy.com

Compass Rose Farm Sanctuary: crfsanctuary.org

Respect Animal Sanctuary: respectanimalsanctuary.com

Jenkins Forever Farm: jenkinsforeverfarm.org

Kanda Farm Sanctuary: kandafarmsanctuary.org

With heavy hearts, we share that our beloved Pip has crossed the Rainbow Bridge.Born in August 2018, Pip's life could ha...
08/05/2026

With heavy hearts, we share that our beloved Pip has crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

Born in August 2018, Pip's life could have ended before it ever truly began. He and his best friend, Potter, were among 42 piglets rescued from a factory farm in North Carolina after being deemed too small to be sent to a "fattening" farm. Instead, they were slated to be killed in a gas chamber. Thanks to the determination of their rescuer, Erika, who was told the piglets had to be gone before morning when their "replacements" arrived, Pip was given the chance to live.

And what a life he lived.

Pip may have been small in stature, but his personality was anything but. He was always talking, always busy, always on the move. Curious about everything and everyone, Pip brought joy and laughter wherever he went. And you could spot Pip from across the field as soon as you saw his ears. He adored rooting in the dirt, exploring every corner of the pasture, and, of course, keeping Potter on his toes.

When we lost Potter in 2024, our hearts broke for Pip. The two had shared an extraordinary bond, spending their days playing, investigating, and simply enjoying life together. We like to think that they are reunited now, side by side once again.

Pip's story is one of hope, resilience, and the incredible difference that compassion can make. Because people chose kindness, he was given years filled with sunshine, friendship, good food, muddy adventures, and love—everything every pig deserves.

Thank you, sweet Pip, for reminding us that even the smallest soul can leave the biggest imprint on our hearts. You will be missed beyond words and loved forever.

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our sweet George.Born in February 2010, George was the oldest membe...
08/05/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our sweet George.

Born in February 2010, George was the oldest member of our goat herd. George came to PEAK after being abandoned and left tethered in someone's front yard. After so much uncertainty early in life, he finally found what every goat deserves—a place to belong.

He settled into the herd beautifully, forming close friendships with Twiggy and Pan. If you ever visited the sanctuary, you probably remember George's adorable little bleat or found him peacefully napping in the sunshine, completely content.

As he grew older, arthritis slowed him down, but with daily medication and loving care, George enjoyed the comfort every senior animal deserves. He was always sweet with people, though he preferred affection on his own terms, and we loved him all the more for it.

George's life didn't begin with kindness, but because of this incredible community, it ended surrounded by friendship, gentle care, and love. Thank you for helping make that possible.

Rest easy, dear George.

In Loving Memory of AnnieIt is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Annie, one of PEAK Animal Sanctuary's very...
08/04/2026

In Loving Memory of Annie

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Annie, one of PEAK Animal Sanctuary's very first residents and a pig who changed everything about what this sanctuary would become.

Annie was born in August 2013. She and her brother Andy escaped a backyard "butcher" in Minneapolis, Minnesota, two brave piglets who simply wanted to live. They found their way to PEAK, and in doing so, became the very first residents of this sanctuary. Everything we've built since started with them.

Annie was the leader of the two, through and through. She was endlessly social, always investigating any happenings around the sanctuary, and she was out and about no matter the weather, rain or shine. Annie was active and engaged with the world around her. Her soft brown eyes were one of her most compelling features, the kind that could melt your heart in an instant.
She was sweet, but she was strong, a combination that made her impossible not to love and impossible not to respect.

Annie's story also carried real grief. Her best friend Erica passed away in September 2023, and her beloved brother Andy, the one she'd been bonded to her whole life, passed in 2024. Pigs grieve as deeply as we do, and in the time since, we made it our mission to surround Annie with all the love and support she needed.

When piglets Fabio and Fiona arrived at PEAK in 2024, we knew exactly who they needed to meet. They bonded deeply with Annie, who lovingly stepped in as their surrogate mother. Annie, Fabio, and Fiona became inseparable, a bond that proved especially comforting for Annie. We saw her s***k return and know that Fabio and Fiona’s love helped give her these extra years.

To everyone who visited Annie, supported her care, volunteered your time, or followed her journey from those very first days—thank you. You gave Annie, Andy, and every resident who came after them a chance at the life they deserved.

Run free, sweet, beautiful girl. We love you.

If you'd like to honor Annie's memory, consider making a donation in her name to Oinking Acres Sanctuary, where Fabio and Fiona now call home. Or share a favorite memory of her in the comments.

Being an animal champion is incredibly rewarding, but it can also be emotionally exhausting. The grief, stress, and hear...
08/04/2026

Being an animal champion is incredibly rewarding, but it can also be emotionally exhausting. The grief, stress, and heartbreak that come with caring for animals and advocating for change can take a real toll.

The good news is that you don't have to carry it alone. In Defense of Animals offers the Animal Activist Support Line for those doing this important work.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or simply looking for others who understand, we encourage you to check it out. Caring for animals starts with caring for ourselves, too. ❤️

The Support Line is available to all animal advocates. 1-800-705-0425 or [email protected]

Some happy news to share!One of the greatest comforts during PEAK's closing has been knowing that Thelma, Louise, Martha...
07/23/2026

Some happy news to share!

One of the greatest comforts during PEAK's closing has been knowing that Thelma, Louise, Martha, Sunny, and Pearl have found an incredible forever home.

Born in 2018, Thelma and Louise came to PEAK as fosters from Chicagoland Pig Rescue. They had been living in a dangerous situation in Illinois alongside several pot-bellied pigs, all desperately in need of new homes. While the smaller pigs were placed through the rescue's foster network, Thelma and Louise, each weighing more than 700 pounds, were a much bigger challenge. We were honored to welcome them to PEAK, where they quickly embraced life in their pasture, finally safe, happy, and free to be pigs.

In 2024, Sunflower (Sunny), Marth, and Pearl managed to escape from a processing factory where their fate was sealed for slaughter. They were around five months old when they fled into the surrounding cornfields. The factory farmer issued a notice allowing anyone who found them to shoot and take them to a processing plant. However, a compassionate neighbor sought to save them instead. She reached out to Chicagoland Pig Rescue, which provided tips and ideas for their rescue.

With perseverance, they successfully caught the pigs, and Chicagoland Pig Rescue immediately posted an emergency placement notice on Facebook, seeking a place where they could stay together. We welcomed them to our sanctuary, ensuring their safety and well-being here at PEAK. They were soon known as “The Forest Babies,” and loved exploring the woods at PEAK.

As we prepared to close, finding the right placement for these five sweeties was one of our highest priorities. We are beyond grateful that an amazing partner organization, No Swine Left Behind in Edmore, Michigan, stepped forward to give them the next chapter they deserve.

Although the circumstances that brought us together were bittersweet, something beautiful came from this experience. No Swine Left Behind built a brand-new barn for their pig residents and named it The PEAK Barn. We are deeply honored that PEAK's legacy will live on in a place dedicated to providing lifelong care for rescued pigs.

Thelma, Louise, Sunny, Martha, and Pearl are settling in beautifully, making new friends, and beginning this next adventure surrounded by people who love them as much as we do.

Please support No Swine Left Behind by following their page, cheering on these five pigs, and, if you're able, making a donation to help them continue their lifesaving work. Knowing these pigs are safe, loved, and home has been one of the greatest gifts we could have hoped for.

From the PEAK Board of Directors:We'd like to share some difficult news about PEAK.After much thought and careful consid...
06/26/2026

From the PEAK Board of Directors:
We'd like to share some difficult news about PEAK.

After much thought and careful consideration, we have made the painful decision to begin the process of closing the sanctuary. Like many sanctuaries, PEAK has faced increasing financial challenges in recent years as funding for animal sanctuary work has declined. We believe responsible sanctuary care means being honest about long-term capacity, and we no longer have the resources to continue sustainably.

This is not a step we ever imagined taking, and it comes with deep sadness and reflection on all that we have built together over the last thirteen years.

While this transition marks the end of PEAK’s chapter, closing PEAK is not a reflection of failure. It is the result of years of compassionate care given to individuals who outlived the expectations placed upon them. In many ways, this challenge exists because the animals succeeded. They lived long enough to grow old.

While this transition marks the end of PEAK’s chapter, we are incredibly hopeful for what lies ahead for our residents. We are honored to share that they will be relocating to the compassionate care of Oinking Acres Farm Rescue & Sanctuary and Compass Rose Farm Sanctuary , where they will continue receiving the love, safety, and lifelong care they deserve. Knowing they will spend their futures in such dedicated sanctuaries brings us tremendous peace. We are deeply thankful to the teams at Oinking Acres and Compass Rose for welcoming our residents with open hearts and continuing the compassionate care they have always known.

Our commitment to our residents remains unwavering. Over the coming months, we will continue providing the same high standard of care they have always received as we prepare them for this next chapter. During this transition, we still face significant veterinary expenses along with the daily costs of food and supplies. Thanks to an anonymous donor, all gifts made during this transition will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $15,000 to support relocation and ongoing care efforts.

Since opening our gates in 2013 as Indiana’s first farmed animal sanctuary, PEAK has been a place of safety, healing, and love for countless animals. One of the greatest joys of this journey has been watching the farmed animal sanctuary movement continue to grow throughout Indiana and beyond. Today, there are more compassionate organizations carrying this mission forward, and we are honored to have stood alongside them in this work.

Most importantly, thank you.

Whether you have supported us from the very beginning in Salem or joined along the way, you made this work for animals possible. Because of you, PEAK became a place where animals were safe, valued, and deeply loved. That impact will continue far beyond our time as an organization.

The residents of PEAK were never meant to live this long, and yet they did, because they were loved.

PEAK gave them what the world had not intended: long lives, dignity, and peace. We hope you will continue to follow their journey into this next, beautiful chapter of sanctuary.

We will continue sharing updates in the months ahead as our residents transition to their new home. Thank you for standing with us and for believing in a more compassionate world for farmed animals.

With heartfelt gratitude,
The PEAK Board of Directors

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