From the moment they were born male, Timon and Pumbaa were considered “waste” and deemed unworthy of a life by the dairy industry.
Timon and Pumbaa were taken from their mothers shortly after birth – a beginning no living being deserves. They were rescued from the brutal realities of a dairy farm. In an industry that often sees calves as nothing more than byproducts of their mothers’ milk, the unwanted ones are penned aside, waiting for the “bobby truck” to take them to the slaughterhouse, or they are killed on the farm. Over 400,000 calves born on dairy farms each year face this heartbreaking end.
Male calves born on dairy farms are often considered ‘waste” or “surplus’ because they provide little financial benefit to the dairy farmer, as they can’t be reared and used as future milkers. While some female calves stay on the farm for future milking, there is frequently a surplus of females born. These calves face the same fate as the males. 💔
Timon and Pumbaa were among the lucky ones to be rescued, but sadly, this isn’t the reality for hundreds of thousands of calves born on dairy farms each year. Thanks to the generosity of our community and donors, two more lives have been saved.
Now healthy and feeling cared for, Timon and Pumbaa are ready to find their forever home where they will be loved as companions, not commodities.
Keep reading to learn more about Timon and Pumbaa.
Meet Timon and Pumbaa, an inseparable duo of sweet calves eager to bring joy into your heart and home. These two boys have been the picture of health and energy, spreading happiness and enthusiasm in their foster home. With Pumbaa being the more confident of the two, both calves are gradually learning to trust their human carers, and their curiosity knows no limits. Be ready for a warm welcome from Timon and Pumbaa at milk time, as they get particularly excited when it’s time to be fed.
Timon and Pumbaa love to go for a run around, often joined by their lamb mate, Zebby. They are very curious about the older cows, pigs, goats, chickens, and even the foster family dog.
Both Timon and Pumbaa have settled in well to the foster environment and are a joy to care for and love. They’re searching for a home where they can continue exploring and growing. If you’re keen to adopt a pair of curious and lovable calves, Timon and Pumbaa could be the perfect addition to your family.
If you think that you could provide this trio with a loving home, please click the ‘Apply to adopt‘ button below.
By opening your home to Timon and Pumbaa, not only do you gain the joy of adding companions to your life, but your decision to adopt also has a life-changing impact on the lives of other calves. For every calf adopted, another can be rescued.
