Stella, 24 Years Old, Always At Her Own Pace-05... May 2026

The most distinct "feature" of Stella's life at the sanctuary is her . Because of her brain damage, she cannot be sheared like a typical sheep; the stress of the process causes her to hold her breath and shut down completely.

: Instead of using electric shears, her wool is carefully trimmed with scissors. Stella, 24 years old, always at her own pace-05...

: The process takes about three weeks , performed twice a year. Caregivers sit, talk, and sing to her, trimming only until she has had enough for the day. The most distinct "feature" of Stella's life at