09/02/2026
There is so much I have been waiting to share with you, but I’ve had to keep it a secret… until NOW! ❤️🦆
A little over a month ago, Ranch Dad flew to San Diego at the crack of dawn on a very special mission. He met Ash from The Shore Sanctuary—who has truly been our boots on the ground throughout this case—and picked up 24 waterfowl, for Funky Chicken,rescued from the horrific cruelty situation
After the birds were seized, we were given permission to take some of them into protective custody. Protective custody helps the shelters manage such a tremendous number of animals while allowing the birds to recover in a peaceful, loving environment away from the stress of a crowded shelter.
Ranch Dad then drove to the Riverside animal shelter, where he picked up six more birds taken from the same cruelty case. With 30 precious birds in tow, Ranch Dad began the long drive back to Funky Chicken Rescue.
He had made a similar journey only a few months earlier when we took in ducks who had been relinquished to Riverside County. This time, however, everything had to remain completely confidential. Because protective custody was not public information, we couldn’t tell you what was happening or fundraise publicly for the flight, rental car, crates, transportation, and other supplies needed to bring them here safely.
We are incredibly grateful to Judie Mancuso of Social Compassion in Legislation. Not only did Judie help us tremendously with this case—and I will share more about that another time—but she also reached out to her amazing donors to raise the money needed to transport these birds to the sanctuary. A huge and heartfelt thank-you to every person who donated to help bring these survivors to safety. ❤️
A couple of weeks ago, I also asked for help with duck food because we were suddenly going through so much of it. What I couldn’t tell you at the time was why.
These ducks arrived underweight and extremely hungry. We have been working hard to give them the nourishment and care they desperately needed. I am incredibly grateful to everyone who sent bags of duck food through our Chewy Wish List. You were helping these rescued birds even though you didn’t yet know their story.
There is still so much more I need to tell you about this case and all the amazing people who played a part in saving these animals. For now, I am thrilled to share that every bird we took into protective custody is now safe and has a permanent home!
We were able to find wonderful permanent placement for six of the birds. The remaining 24 are officially permanent residents of Funky Chicken Rescue. 🦆❤️
They will never again have to wonder whether they will have food, clean water, medical care, or protection. They are finally safe, deeply loved, and home.
Please vote for us for America’s Favorite Couple. If we were able to win the $20,000 it will all go to the animals!
