Ep. 18 Renee King Sonnen Pt. 1: How a Texas Cattle Ranch Became a Sanctuary!

What if the calf you bottle-fed started to feel like your child—and made you question everything you thought you knew about ranching?In this raw and riveting conversation, former cattle rancher’s wife turned animal sanctuary founder Renee King-Sonnen shares the story of how one baby cow—Rowdy Girl—shifted her entire worldview. Whether you're a rancher, vegetarian, or simply someone curious about the disconnect between loving animals and consuming them, this episode explores the emotional and spiritual unraveling that happens when compassion meets tradition.Discover the emotional moment that shattered Renee’s belief in humane meat and dairy.Learn how naming a calf broke an unspoken ranching code—and started a revolution.Gain insight into the silent suffering within animal agriculture, and how one woman chose a different path.Listen to this unforgettable episode now to hear how a cow named Rowdy Girl became the catalyst for a movement—and the rebirth of one woman’s soul.Plant the Change is a podcast about healthier living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, and compassionate education. Each episode offers insights on plant-based nutrition, conscious parenting, vegan values, and animal rescue—giving parents, families, educators, and changemakers the tools to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids. Rooted in the principles of Compassionate Humane Education, Plant the Change helps inspire the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.You can also become a Sanctuary Subscriber on our social platforms. Your monthly support helps provide food, enrichment, medical care, and the daily comfort our animals depend on. For only $4.99 a month, you’ll receive exclusive private posts, behind-the-scenes videos, and eligibility for fun supporter giveaways. It’s a small monthly gift that makes a huge difference in their lives. Please subscribe today on Instagram or Facebook! https://www.instagram.com/sanctuaryatsolidrock/ https://www.facebook.com/sanctuaryatsolidrockSubscribe to the Plant the Change podcast today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida and @plantthechangeofficial #PlantTheChange