A Sanctuary Is Not a Petting Zoo: What Every Visitor and Supporter Should Know

When people hear the words animal sanctuary, they sometimes picture a peaceful farm where rescued animals wander through green pastures and visitors can pet a cow, scratch a pig’s belly, or spend time cuddling with goats. While there certainly are sanctuary residents who enjoy attention and interaction with people, that image doesn’t tell the whole […]

Sanctuaries: The Last Safe Haven for Animals in Crisis

For me, the journey into animal advocacy started with dogs. I wanted to keep them out of shelters, so I created Share A Dog, a free app connecting busy dog owners with part-time caregivers. But what began as a simple mission to help companion animals soon became something much bigger. I realized that all animals […]