In a heartfelt transformation that highlights compassion and sustainability, The Goat Conspiracy Sanctuary has evolved from a goat farm and creamery into a haven for animals and an educational platform advocating for change. Originally founded in 2016 as a producer of dairy products, the sanctuary shifted its mission in the winter of 2024 to focus entirely on providing a safe and peaceful retirement home for its residents–over 130 goats and 80 chickens. This decision reflects the growing awareness of the environmental and ethical challenges associated with animal agriculture, and the sanctuary’s journey is a testament to its founders’ commitment to making a difference.
Animal agriculture has long been identified as a leading contributor to climate change, driving deforestation, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. Experts agree that reducing or eliminating the consumption of meat and dairy products is one of the most impactful steps individuals can take to combat the crisis. However, the issues run deeper than environmental concerns. The sanctuary also highlights the ethical issues tied to traditional farming, shedding light on the hardships animals endure, even under the most humane conditions.
The Goat Conspiracy Sanctuary offers visitors an opportunity to connect with its animal residents, hear firsthand about the farm’s transition away from dairy production, and learn about the broader implications of animal agriculture. Through guided tours, goat yoga, and personal interactions with the animals, the sanctuary hopes to inspire a more sustainable and compassionate lifestyle.
One of the most popular events, the sanctuary hosts goat yoga sessions year-round, allowing visitors to combine wellness and connection with nature. During the winter months, these popular classes are moved indoors, ensuring a cozy and enjoyable experience regardless of the season. This helps emphasize the sanctuary’s mission of promoting harmony between humans and animals and is also beneficial to peoples mental health. The sanctuary hosts events with different fraternities and sororities, schools, and community organizations to share their love of goats and yoga.

Although named The Goat Conspiracy Sanctuary, it is home to more than just goats. Among its residents are approximately 80 chickens and roosters, who add a different energy to the sanctuary. These birds were once part of the creamery’s operations, where they provided eggs and other products to consumers. However, with the sanctuary’s transition away from animal agriculture, their role has shifted. Today, they live freely and harmoniously with the goats, enjoying the peaceful environment and care by the team and volunteers. Visitors are encouraged to meet, feed, and hold the residents if they desire.
While the chickens continue to lay eggs as part of their natural behavior, these eggs are no longer collected for human consumption. Instead, in a practice rooted in care and sustainability, the eggs are cooked down and fed back to the birds. This process returns nutrients to the chickens, ensuring their health and well-being in a way that aligns with the sanctuary’s mission of ethical animal care.

A key role in the success of the sanctuary comes from executive director Alex Valdez. Alex’s love for animals and farm life began at a young age and deepened when he first visited the farm during its creamery days for a goat yoga session. That visit sparked a connection with the animals, some of whom he still recognizes as residents of the sanctuary today.
Now, Alex leads the sanctuary with a commitment to providing a safe and compassionate home for its animals while forming meaningful connections between visitors and residents. His passion and care have transformed the sanctuary into a place of education, and inspiration, while embodying its mission to promote empathy and sustainability.