We rescue animals in greatest need - destined for slaughter - many have suffered extreme abuse, neglect, starvation, injuries and accidents. We specialize in starvation refeeding programs, injuries requiring surgery and long term rehabilitation, elderly care, blindness, life-after-amputation and more.

Our team of 9 employees include degreed animal science team members, vet techs, ranch handlers, equine trainers and consummate animal advocates. Because of our unique backgrounds, and volunteer support, our rehabilitation programs include daily specialized feedings, medical care, focused therapies, and enrichment.

We seek out leading edge veterinary services for the animals in our care. And we follow 2 guiding principles:
1. Every animal is family. We are their advocate and they will be cared for as we would a human family member;
2. Ensure quality of life, so that they would thank us, if we were to meet them again when we cross the rainbow bridge.

Shannon McLinden, Founder of FarmHouse Fresh skincare, started our nonprofit, using funds from skincare purchases, so that everyday products can be actioned for a greater good and help abused animals. She has been an animal lover since she was a small child and now works joining forces across rescue groups, veterinarians, and humane legislation advocates to ensure the impact is larger, and lasting.

We have a phenomenal medical team! Our head Veterinarian & Podiatrist, Dr. Metcalf, specialized in trauma cases, with 10 years at a Referral Clinic. Specialized surgeries are performed by Dr. Vlahos of Yellowstone Equine, and 2 additional farriers - Glen Richards (specializing in wild unhandled equines) and Matt Byars of Dallas Farriers - work with our equine’s hooves and extensions. Daily wound managment, compression wraps, sutures, nail trimmings, wool sheering and hoof therapies are administered by our team.

We are incredibly lucky. Our skincare Headquarters team donates their time and creative resources to regularly assist with animal care, and capturing the stories and progress of the animals at our Sanctuary. It allows our "inside" team to apply their passion for animals + their photography, video, and marketing talents to help spread the word. This ensures that Sanctuary funds are solely used toward core operations: food, medicines, daily care, veterinary services and habitat/living quarters where the animals reside.