Ridge 2 River Animal Haven & Humane Education
@ridge2river.bsky.social
Inspiring humans to make compassionate & sustainable choices for the health of the planet & all living beings.
www.ridge2river.org
📍Washington, USA
www.ridge2river.org
📍Washington, USA
56% of Americans are buying candy or chocolate this Valentine’s Day. 🍬
With the endless amounts of options available, help show all species love by choosing non-dairy and plant-based treats for you and your loved ones.
💌 From our residents to whoever you celebrate with, Happy Valentine’s Day! 💌
With the endless amounts of options available, help show all species love by choosing non-dairy and plant-based treats for you and your loved ones.
💌 From our residents to whoever you celebrate with, Happy Valentine’s Day! 💌
February 14, 2026 at 7:06 PM
56% of Americans are buying candy or chocolate this Valentine’s Day. 🍬
With the endless amounts of options available, help show all species love by choosing non-dairy and plant-based treats for you and your loved ones.
💌 From our residents to whoever you celebrate with, Happy Valentine’s Day! 💌
With the endless amounts of options available, help show all species love by choosing non-dairy and plant-based treats for you and your loved ones.
💌 From our residents to whoever you celebrate with, Happy Valentine’s Day! 💌
Fun Fact Friday!
A cow's pregnancy lasts nine months. She only produces milk after delivering a calf.
This Valentine’s Day, help keep families together and choose non-dairy. 🍫
#Cows #ValentinesDay #FunFacts #AnimalFacts #Chocolate #DairyFree
A cow's pregnancy lasts nine months. She only produces milk after delivering a calf.
This Valentine’s Day, help keep families together and choose non-dairy. 🍫
#Cows #ValentinesDay #FunFacts #AnimalFacts #Chocolate #DairyFree
February 13, 2026 at 3:39 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
A cow's pregnancy lasts nine months. She only produces milk after delivering a calf.
This Valentine’s Day, help keep families together and choose non-dairy. 🍫
#Cows #ValentinesDay #FunFacts #AnimalFacts #Chocolate #DairyFree
A cow's pregnancy lasts nine months. She only produces milk after delivering a calf.
This Valentine’s Day, help keep families together and choose non-dairy. 🍫
#Cows #ValentinesDay #FunFacts #AnimalFacts #Chocolate #DairyFree
Fun Fact Friday!
Orcas are found in every ocean, and are believed to have the second widest range of any mammal (second only to humans). 🌊
#FunFacts #Orca #SaveTheOceans #OceanLife #AnimalFacts
Orcas are found in every ocean, and are believed to have the second widest range of any mammal (second only to humans). 🌊
#FunFacts #Orca #SaveTheOceans #OceanLife #AnimalFacts
February 6, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Orcas are found in every ocean, and are believed to have the second widest range of any mammal (second only to humans). 🌊
#FunFacts #Orca #SaveTheOceans #OceanLife #AnimalFacts
Orcas are found in every ocean, and are believed to have the second widest range of any mammal (second only to humans). 🌊
#FunFacts #Orca #SaveTheOceans #OceanLife #AnimalFacts
Today is Medjool Date Day! These high-fiber, low-GI fruits are a sweet treat on their own, or can be used in place of refined sugars in recipes (either whole or made into date paste or sugar). And when taken towards the end of pregnancy, they have been proven to benefit labor and delivery!
February 4, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Today is Medjool Date Day! These high-fiber, low-GI fruits are a sweet treat on their own, or can be used in place of refined sugars in recipes (either whole or made into date paste or sugar). And when taken towards the end of pregnancy, they have been proven to benefit labor and delivery!
Agriculture is vital for life. Immigrants (both documented and undocumented) are essential to this work. Much of it is low-paying & carries significant hazards. Animal ag workers face additional risks. Help take a stand by taking action, raising awareness, and supporting ethical plant-based growers.
January 30, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Agriculture is vital for life. Immigrants (both documented and undocumented) are essential to this work. Much of it is low-paying & carries significant hazards. Animal ag workers face additional risks. Help take a stand by taking action, raising awareness, and supporting ethical plant-based growers.
Fun Fact Friday!
Cats can rotate their ears 180 degrees, and each one has 32 muscles. 🐈
#FunFactFriday #Cats #CatFacts #Animals #Adoptdontshop #Rescue
Cats can rotate their ears 180 degrees, and each one has 32 muscles. 🐈
#FunFactFriday #Cats #CatFacts #Animals #Adoptdontshop #Rescue
January 30, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Cats can rotate their ears 180 degrees, and each one has 32 muscles. 🐈
#FunFactFriday #Cats #CatFacts #Animals #Adoptdontshop #Rescue
Cats can rotate their ears 180 degrees, and each one has 32 muscles. 🐈
#FunFactFriday #Cats #CatFacts #Animals #Adoptdontshop #Rescue
Green juice. 🟢🥤 We know it. We maybe-kind-of-sometimes like it.
Some benefits can vary by veggie, but all have an abundance of good-for-you nutrients. 🥦
💪🏾 What green juice will you fuel your body with today?
Some benefits can vary by veggie, but all have an abundance of good-for-you nutrients. 🥦
💪🏾 What green juice will you fuel your body with today?
January 26, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Green juice. 🟢🥤 We know it. We maybe-kind-of-sometimes like it.
Some benefits can vary by veggie, but all have an abundance of good-for-you nutrients. 🥦
💪🏾 What green juice will you fuel your body with today?
Some benefits can vary by veggie, but all have an abundance of good-for-you nutrients. 🥦
💪🏾 What green juice will you fuel your body with today?
Fun Fact Friday!
Ducks have waterproof outer feathers. They are so good at their function that their inner down feathers of ducks stay dry, too!
#FunFacts #Animals #Ducks #QuackQuack #Rescue #Sanctuary
Ducks have waterproof outer feathers. They are so good at their function that their inner down feathers of ducks stay dry, too!
#FunFacts #Animals #Ducks #QuackQuack #Rescue #Sanctuary
January 23, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Ducks have waterproof outer feathers. They are so good at their function that their inner down feathers of ducks stay dry, too!
#FunFacts #Animals #Ducks #QuackQuack #Rescue #Sanctuary
Ducks have waterproof outer feathers. They are so good at their function that their inner down feathers of ducks stay dry, too!
#FunFacts #Animals #Ducks #QuackQuack #Rescue #Sanctuary
Today we honor Dr. King’s legacy, as we continue to fight for equity, justice, and peace for all.
“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice” - MLK Jr.
#MLKDay2026
“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice” - MLK Jr.
#MLKDay2026
January 19, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Today we honor Dr. King’s legacy, as we continue to fight for equity, justice, and peace for all.
“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice” - MLK Jr.
#MLKDay2026
“The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice” - MLK Jr.
#MLKDay2026
Fun Fact Friday!
Goats have rectangular pupils and 320 degrees of vision.
#FunFacts #AnimalFacts #Sanctuary #Rescue #Goats
Goats have rectangular pupils and 320 degrees of vision.
#FunFacts #AnimalFacts #Sanctuary #Rescue #Goats
January 16, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Goats have rectangular pupils and 320 degrees of vision.
#FunFacts #AnimalFacts #Sanctuary #Rescue #Goats
Goats have rectangular pupils and 320 degrees of vision.
#FunFacts #AnimalFacts #Sanctuary #Rescue #Goats
Fun Fact Friday!
Chickens use the sun as a compass to navigate their day.
However, most chickens used by humans today never get to see natural sunlight, disrupting their natural rhythm.
Just like us, chickens love the sun when allowed the chance to enjoy it.
#Chickens #FunFactFriday #Sunshine
Chickens use the sun as a compass to navigate their day.
However, most chickens used by humans today never get to see natural sunlight, disrupting their natural rhythm.
Just like us, chickens love the sun when allowed the chance to enjoy it.
#Chickens #FunFactFriday #Sunshine
January 9, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Chickens use the sun as a compass to navigate their day.
However, most chickens used by humans today never get to see natural sunlight, disrupting their natural rhythm.
Just like us, chickens love the sun when allowed the chance to enjoy it.
#Chickens #FunFactFriday #Sunshine
Chickens use the sun as a compass to navigate their day.
However, most chickens used by humans today never get to see natural sunlight, disrupting their natural rhythm.
Just like us, chickens love the sun when allowed the chance to enjoy it.
#Chickens #FunFactFriday #Sunshine
Fun Fact Friday!
There are three different species of peafowl - Indian, Javanese, and Congo.
#FunFactFriday #Peafowl #Phasianidae #Animals #Rescue #Sanctuary
There are three different species of peafowl - Indian, Javanese, and Congo.
#FunFactFriday #Peafowl #Phasianidae #Animals #Rescue #Sanctuary
January 2, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
There are three different species of peafowl - Indian, Javanese, and Congo.
#FunFactFriday #Peafowl #Phasianidae #Animals #Rescue #Sanctuary
There are three different species of peafowl - Indian, Javanese, and Congo.
#FunFactFriday #Peafowl #Phasianidae #Animals #Rescue #Sanctuary
Fun Fact Friday!
Hamsters can run backwards, often as fast as they can run forwards.
#FunFactFriday #Hamsters #Hamster #AnimalFact #Sanctuary
Hamsters can run backwards, often as fast as they can run forwards.
#FunFactFriday #Hamsters #Hamster #AnimalFact #Sanctuary
January 2, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Hamsters can run backwards, often as fast as they can run forwards.
#FunFactFriday #Hamsters #Hamster #AnimalFact #Sanctuary
Hamsters can run backwards, often as fast as they can run forwards.
#FunFactFriday #Hamsters #Hamster #AnimalFact #Sanctuary
Our gut is responsible for much of our overall health. If you are looking to improve yours this year, upping your fiber game could be the key. 🦠
Fiber needs vary by age and gender and range from 21 to 38 grams daily. However, across all categories, Americans under consume, averaging 10-15 grams. 👎🏼
Fiber needs vary by age and gender and range from 21 to 38 grams daily. However, across all categories, Americans under consume, averaging 10-15 grams. 👎🏼
January 1, 2026 at 10:12 PM
Our gut is responsible for much of our overall health. If you are looking to improve yours this year, upping your fiber game could be the key. 🦠
Fiber needs vary by age and gender and range from 21 to 38 grams daily. However, across all categories, Americans under consume, averaging 10-15 grams. 👎🏼
Fiber needs vary by age and gender and range from 21 to 38 grams daily. However, across all categories, Americans under consume, averaging 10-15 grams. 👎🏼
Fun Fact Friday!
A cow’s stomach has four compartments to help them digest tough plants, like grass! This is the defining characteristic of ruminant species.
#FunFactFriday #AnimalFact #Cows #CowLove #Sanctuary
A cow’s stomach has four compartments to help them digest tough plants, like grass! This is the defining characteristic of ruminant species.
#FunFactFriday #AnimalFact #Cows #CowLove #Sanctuary
December 26, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
A cow’s stomach has four compartments to help them digest tough plants, like grass! This is the defining characteristic of ruminant species.
#FunFactFriday #AnimalFact #Cows #CowLove #Sanctuary
A cow’s stomach has four compartments to help them digest tough plants, like grass! This is the defining characteristic of ruminant species.
#FunFactFriday #AnimalFact #Cows #CowLove #Sanctuary
🍪 We don’t know exactly how many cookies or how much milk is left out each year, but with 90% of Americans celebrating Christmas in some capacity, we can safely assume it is a whole lot.
This year, why not try leaving some plant-based milk instead? After all, the options are pretty endless. 🥥
This year, why not try leaving some plant-based milk instead? After all, the options are pretty endless. 🥥
December 24, 2025 at 10:16 PM
🍪 We don’t know exactly how many cookies or how much milk is left out each year, but with 90% of Americans celebrating Christmas in some capacity, we can safely assume it is a whole lot.
This year, why not try leaving some plant-based milk instead? After all, the options are pretty endless. 🥥
This year, why not try leaving some plant-based milk instead? After all, the options are pretty endless. 🥥
Fun Fact Friday!
Pigs love to snuggle! They spend 40% of their time in physical contact with others.
#FunFactFriday #Pigs #AnimalSnuggles #Sanctuary #Rescue
Pigs love to snuggle! They spend 40% of their time in physical contact with others.
#FunFactFriday #Pigs #AnimalSnuggles #Sanctuary #Rescue
December 19, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Pigs love to snuggle! They spend 40% of their time in physical contact with others.
#FunFactFriday #Pigs #AnimalSnuggles #Sanctuary #Rescue
Pigs love to snuggle! They spend 40% of their time in physical contact with others.
#FunFactFriday #Pigs #AnimalSnuggles #Sanctuary #Rescue
Happy Hanukkah/Chanukah!
If you love traditional foods but are looking to make them more compassionate or eco-friendly, we have you covered!
🕎 Wishing all who celebrate a happy Festival of Lights! 🕎
If you love traditional foods but are looking to make them more compassionate or eco-friendly, we have you covered!
🕎 Wishing all who celebrate a happy Festival of Lights! 🕎
December 15, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Happy Hanukkah/Chanukah!
If you love traditional foods but are looking to make them more compassionate or eco-friendly, we have you covered!
🕎 Wishing all who celebrate a happy Festival of Lights! 🕎
If you love traditional foods but are looking to make them more compassionate or eco-friendly, we have you covered!
🕎 Wishing all who celebrate a happy Festival of Lights! 🕎
Fun Fact Friday!
Horses do not have a standard number of teeth. Males have 40-42, and females have 36-40.
#FunFactFriday #Horses #AnimalFacts #Sanctuary #WildandFree #Wildlife #NationalHorseDay
Horses do not have a standard number of teeth. Males have 40-42, and females have 36-40.
#FunFactFriday #Horses #AnimalFacts #Sanctuary #WildandFree #Wildlife #NationalHorseDay
December 12, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Horses do not have a standard number of teeth. Males have 40-42, and females have 36-40.
#FunFactFriday #Horses #AnimalFacts #Sanctuary #WildandFree #Wildlife #NationalHorseDay
Horses do not have a standard number of teeth. Males have 40-42, and females have 36-40.
#FunFactFriday #Horses #AnimalFacts #Sanctuary #WildandFree #Wildlife #NationalHorseDay
Foxes have an incredible vocal range - spanning five octaves!
Foxes are one of the two most commonly used and abused animals in the fur industry (the other being minks). This Faux Fur Friday, remember to choose faux over fox.
Foxes are one of the two most commonly used and abused animals in the fur industry (the other being minks). This Faux Fur Friday, remember to choose faux over fox.
December 5, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Foxes have an incredible vocal range - spanning five octaves!
Foxes are one of the two most commonly used and abused animals in the fur industry (the other being minks). This Faux Fur Friday, remember to choose faux over fox.
Foxes are one of the two most commonly used and abused animals in the fur industry (the other being minks). This Faux Fur Friday, remember to choose faux over fox.
The wool industry goes hand-in-hand with the meat industry. In the industrial animal cycle, animals used for wool are abused then slaughtered when their production slows, to be used for meat or other materials.
Try animal-free materials. Stay warm while being kind this winter. 🧥
Try animal-free materials. Stay warm while being kind this winter. 🧥
December 1, 2025 at 10:43 PM
The wool industry goes hand-in-hand with the meat industry. In the industrial animal cycle, animals used for wool are abused then slaughtered when their production slows, to be used for meat or other materials.
Try animal-free materials. Stay warm while being kind this winter. 🧥
Try animal-free materials. Stay warm while being kind this winter. 🧥
Fun Fact Friday!
Rabbits build and live in elaborate underground systems called warrens.
#AnimalFact #FunFact #Rabbits #Bunnies #Sanctuary #Rescue #ChooseCrueltyFree
Rabbits build and live in elaborate underground systems called warrens.
#AnimalFact #FunFact #Rabbits #Bunnies #Sanctuary #Rescue #ChooseCrueltyFree
November 28, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Fun Fact Friday!
Rabbits build and live in elaborate underground systems called warrens.
#AnimalFact #FunFact #Rabbits #Bunnies #Sanctuary #Rescue #ChooseCrueltyFree
Rabbits build and live in elaborate underground systems called warrens.
#AnimalFact #FunFact #Rabbits #Bunnies #Sanctuary #Rescue #ChooseCrueltyFree
Happy Thanksgiving! This year, we can make a delicious and full plate without the turkey, sharing our compassion with our loved humans, animals, and the planet.
Wishing you, your loved ones, and all beings a beautiful day of gratitude and rest.
#Thanksgiving
Wishing you, your loved ones, and all beings a beautiful day of gratitude and rest.
#Thanksgiving
November 27, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Happy Thanksgiving! This year, we can make a delicious and full plate without the turkey, sharing our compassion with our loved humans, animals, and the planet.
Wishing you, your loved ones, and all beings a beautiful day of gratitude and rest.
#Thanksgiving
Wishing you, your loved ones, and all beings a beautiful day of gratitude and rest.
#Thanksgiving
The colors on a turkey's head can change based on their current emotion! Their typical colorations are white, red, or blue.
Turkeys are kind, playful, and friendly animals who form lasting bonds with one another and with human caregivers.
This Thanksgiving, consider leaving them off your plate.
Turkeys are kind, playful, and friendly animals who form lasting bonds with one another and with human caregivers.
This Thanksgiving, consider leaving them off your plate.
November 21, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The colors on a turkey's head can change based on their current emotion! Their typical colorations are white, red, or blue.
Turkeys are kind, playful, and friendly animals who form lasting bonds with one another and with human caregivers.
This Thanksgiving, consider leaving them off your plate.
Turkeys are kind, playful, and friendly animals who form lasting bonds with one another and with human caregivers.
This Thanksgiving, consider leaving them off your plate.
It is no secret that dogs possess an exceptional sense of smell. But do you know the biology behind it? There are a few reasons, but one is that dogs have up to 300 million olfactory receptors. This is a massive number; we humans have only about 6 million! Sniff sniff!
November 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM
It is no secret that dogs possess an exceptional sense of smell. But do you know the biology behind it? There are a few reasons, but one is that dogs have up to 300 million olfactory receptors. This is a massive number; we humans have only about 6 million! Sniff sniff!