Celebrate love and compassion this Valentine’s Day with our heartfelt open letter to rescued animals, from sanctuary cows to liberated elephants.
Dear Rescued Animals,
This Valentine’s Day, we wanted to write you a letter from the depths of our hearts to yours. After all, you’re the reason we wake up every morning ready to fight for a kinder, more compassionate world. Today, we celebrate you and the resilience, hope, and love you inspire in us every single day.
To the dairy cow who’s finally resting in a sanctuary meadow, your story of survival reminds us why we fight so hard to end factory farming. Every gentle moo, every cautious step toward trust, and every moment you’ve spent relearning that humans can be kind is a testament to your strength. You’re no longer seen as a number or a milk machine. You’re cherished, exactly as you are.
To the stray dog who’s traded cold nights on the streets for warm cuddles in a forever home, you teach us about unconditional love. Despite everything you’ve endured, your wagging tail and soulful eyes remind us that second chances matter. We’ll never stop advocating for stronger protections for you and your fellow four-legged companions.
To the elephant who finally found freedom after years of being forced to perform tricks for entertainment, your steady footsteps toward a better future are nothing short of awe-inspiring. We see you enjoying a mud bath, foraging in the forest, and forming bonds with other rescued elephants, and it strengthens our commitment to ending wildlife exploitation. You were born to be wild, and now you are.
To the hen who’s finally stretching her wings outside a battery cage, you show us the beauty of liberation. Your feathers ruffle in the wind as you explore the earth beneath your feet, and we can’t help but smile. This is the life every animal deserves—and the life we’ll keep fighting to provide.
And to every rescued animal, from the smallest hermit crab to the biggest bear, know this: you’re loved beyond measure. Your journey inspires our mission. You remind us that the fight for animal protection isn’t just necessary—it’s urgent. Because every moment of freedom is a step toward a world without animal exploitation, and every policy change brings us closer to ending cruelty at its source.
This Valentine’s Day, as humans exchange dairy-free chocolates and cards, our love letter goes to you. Thank you for showing us what it means to be resilient. Thank you for proving that change is possible. Thank you for being the heart of our mission.
With all our love,
World Animal Protection US