Chenoa Manor Animal Sanctuary

About Us

The Chenoa Manor Story

The word "Chenoa" is a Native American term meaning "white dove". There could be no more appropriate symbol for the work being done every day at our sanctuary.

Chenoa Manor is a twenty-five acre non-profit animal sanctuary and youth assistance facility in southeastern Pennsylvania's Chester County. Our focus is on farm animals and exotics - we do not accept domestic animals at our sanctuary.

The animals who call Chenoa Manor home have come to us from a variety of circumstances. Many arrive at the sanctuary after suffering the abuses of factory farming, others were subjected to cruel and unnecessary lab experiments, or simply abandonded in the wild and left to fend for themselves.

In conjunction with the mission of our animal sanctuary, Chenoa Manor encourages young adults from a variety of backgrounds to experience positive interactions with our animal residents, fostering a mutual sense of compassion and respect toward others.

Chenoa Manor is supported by an active Board of Directors, whose contributions and services are offered on a strictly voluntary basis. We have no paid staff and rely exclusively on contributions from the public.

Dr. Rob Teti: Founder & Executive Director

Chenoa Manor was founded in the fall of 2003 by Dr. Rob Teti, who serves as the sanctuary's Executive Director. Dr. Teti became a vegetarian in 1988, and subsequently transitioned to a vegan lifestyle.

A native of Kennett Square, Dr. Teti received a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from Ursinus College in 1995. In 2000, he earned a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Ross University on the isle of St. Kitts. As part of his doctorate program, he completed a year-long clinical study at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater. Dr. Teti is licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the states of Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. His current practice is based in Glasgow, DE.

In addition to his work with animals, Dr. Teti has an active affiliation with the Chester County (PA) Migrant Education program, teaching English as a second language and general life skills to Latino teenagers.

Donations

As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, donations to Chenoa Manor are fully tax-deductible as allowed by law. To make a contribution online, please click the Paypal button on the left side of this page, or send us an email for more information.

If you're considering making a contribution, we invite you to learn more about Chenoa Manor Donor Rewards.

Visitors

Chenoa Manor welcomes guests to the sanctuary by appointment. Learn more about visiting the farm.

Volunteers

If you think you'd like to volunteer at the farm for a day, our personal volunteer day program may be for you. Read about one of our active volunteers in Chenoa Manor's Volunteer Spotlight.