I don’t know about you, but, if I’m blessed to make it to the age of 90 and in good health…that would be amazing! 

From Sussex, England, this story is about 90 year old Barby Keel.  For the past 55 years, she’s dedicated her life to rescuing animals in need.  That’s about 10,000 animals she’s rescued from neglect, abuse, abandonment.  She’s created the “Barby Keel Sanctuary”. 

It all started with a simple favour in the ’70s. She was taking care of a soldier’s dog while he was stationed in Ireland.  Her sanctuary now takes up 12 acres. Right now, it’s home to almost 600 animals. AND, not just cats and dogs.  You’ll find horses, chickens and even pigs!  Barby Keel spent the first 20 years running it on her own. But, it got so big, she needed help.  HER ENTIRE TEAM are volunteers.  She even uses her own pension to buy pet food in bulk. 

She was asked what her secret is to staying strong?  “Hard work and a breakfast of beans every morning”!