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The Farm Animal Rescue; formerly known as The Farm at Gardner Village

4.6 ★★★★★ · 689 Google reviews · 24 photos
Farm · West Valley City, UT

The Farm Animal Rescue; formerly known as The Farm at Gardner Village at a glance

Reviewers highlight the facility's role in rescuing and caring for abused farm animals, noting positive experiences with interactive activities like petting zoos and pony rides. Many visitors describe the staff as friendly and the animals as well-maintained, though some mention the property's relocation and ongoing renovations. However, several low-rated reviews criticize the facility for poor hygiene, overcrowded enclosures, and a lack of adequate water or shelter for animals during events, raising concerns about animal welfare.

  • Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 689 reviews (75% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 689 Google reviews (409 with written comments, 51 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 13% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 22, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Hospice serving West Valley City, Utah.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

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4.6
★★★★★
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Nancy EreksonLocal Guide · 149 reviews
★★★★★

This place is not located at this place anymore.

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Crystal CloughLocal Guide · 44 reviews
★★★★★

What a great place! I was looking at the reviews and there is only one that’s bad, which kinda frustrates me cause ppl need to have their facts before pointing a finger…. This is fun positive , well taken care of farm! These animals are so blessed to have such kind and big hearted people looking after them. They look happy and healthy and what a wonderful gift to give these sweet animals!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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Marcos CruzLocal Guide · 70 reviews
★★★★★

Beautiful place very clean and organized place

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Brianna JaimeLocal Guide · 21 reviews
★★★★★

A sanctuary is sacred, this place is not safe for animals

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Kylie Eastwood4 reviews
★★★★★

My son got incredibly ill with campylobacter from the animals here. If you go make sure to not touch the animals or eat any food while on the property. Even if you bring it from home. The animals are very dirty and not well taken care of. They don’t have very much room and many of them look ill.

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Kylie, I'm sorry you had that experience at Gardner Village. Our animals have not been there for the past 2 and a half years. It is run by a different organization. We still rescue farm animals on a private facility, and take them to various locations (daycare, medical facilities, treatment centers, etc.) to provide opportunities for people to interact with them. Please reach out with any questions you may have (801-706-8189).

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GiGi Holmes3 reviews
★★★★★

Animals didn’t look like they were being taken care of.

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Kailyn Mortensen3 reviews
★★★★★

People here were so kind, so loving to the animals, and giving them a safe home.

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Jingwen TangLocal Guide · 18 reviews
★★★★★

This is such a wonderful place and they do important work in caring for abused and abandoned farm animals. We used to visit them very often when they were still at Gardner Village. Currently the farm is pretty much taken care of by the owner. This is such a hard work as this place has a ton of animals. The owner is very friendly and caring and he has a great heart for those animals. We learned more about cows, sheep, and horses. They may be moving soon and we hope the owner finds a good place. We will visit again!

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lara natasha boneta3 reviews
★★★★★

Great hearted ❤️ Cowboy 🤠 May he continue the work for the animals.

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diane wallaceLocal Guide · 114 reviews
★★★★★

Very caring and what a blessing for the animals. We should all donate time ir a bag of feed or carrots or apples for this wonderful sanctuary

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