Princess Pickles – $10,000 Matching Grant Story

Princess Pickles arrived severely obese — so heavy she could barely stand, let alone walk. Her body was swollen with fat folds that had grown over her eyes, leaving her blind. But we didn’t give up on her. We never do.

She’s lost over 50 pounds now. Maybe more.

When she arrived, she could barely move — her body too heavy, too painful, too broken.

But now… she’s mobile. She can walk. She can *choose.*

And every day, she climbs a ramp to go outside into the fresh air.

She trusts us now. She nuzzles our legs. She tail-wags. She leans in for love.

And this is what second chances *really* look like.

They don’t come easy. They don’t come fast.

Sometimes it takes months. Sometimes years.

Not every animal shows up “ready to heal.” Sometimes they’re terrified. Or depressed. Or angry. Or all three.

Pickles used to lash out. She didn’t want to be touched. She didn’t want to be seen. She had spent over a year and a half locked in a room with no access to the outside.

But now she has a routine. She has a ramp. She has a world. And she has *us.*

The transformation isn’t finished — but it’s already a miracle.

And we can’t make miracles like this happen without support.

Right now, we’re raising funds for our pigs, and every dollar will be matched — up to $10,000. That’s huge, because pigs are the most expensive animals to feed on the ranch. Not only are they big, but their produce needs are specific — and first-time donations of expired produce are inconsistent.

Some days we get 40 heads of cauliflower (no pig wants that). Some days it’s broccoli (no thank you). But no matter what, we make sure our pigs eat well.

Every week, it costs $200–$300 just to keep their bellies full.

So if you’ve ever smiled at Pickles’ grumpy charm, or rooted for her as she braves her ramp, or simply believe in second chances — this is your moment to help.

$10 turns into $20. $50 becomes $100.

And Princess Pickles? She becomes a symbol of hope.

Thank you for loving her.

difficult rescue. They wanted out. They wanted safety. They loaded willingly, like they knew hope was on the other side.

Now they’re here at the ranch.

Safe. Loved. Fed. Healing.

They share a stall and nuzzle each other between meals.

But the truth is… we’re full. And their care is a big commitment. That’s why this Christmas Matching Grant means so much. A kind donor will match every dollar you give, up to $10,000.

Give the gift of a full belly and a safe stall this Christmas.

Let’s show Destiny and Magic that miracles do happen.