Hello, I'm The Gentle Barn.

Ellie Laks founded The Gentle Barn in 1999; it was a dream of hers since she was seven years old. Animals were always very healing and nurturing to her as she faced the challenges of growing up​,​ finding herself​,​ fitting in​,​ feeling understood​,​ etc. She majored in special education and psychology​,​ and with her special love of animals and children​,​ The Gentle Barn was a perfect way of putting all her talents and passions into one.