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In the Beginning Morning Starr "No-Kill" Animal Sanctuary, Inc. opened its doors in the Spring of 2001 after informally operating an animal rescue for 5 years prior to incorporation.
Our focus began with specialization in the assistance of "special needs animals" (behavioral and/or physical rehabilitation) as well as ferrets, bunnies, horses, goats, and potbellied pigs. Now Our goal today is the same as it was at our inception, with continued focus on assistance to "special needs" animals, ferrets, bunnies, horses and farm animals. However we have grown to include wider assistance to homeless dogs and cats in the community by implementing an ever increasing foster care network. This allows for best use of our limited space and resources for assistance to as many animals as possible. The pet over-population problem for dogs and cats is staggering in practically all communities throughout the USA. The Verde Valley is no exception. Therefore, we have learned from our experience that our best and most extensive assistance to these animals comes when the community gets involved. Involvement means the offering of temporary foster home care by compassionate people just like you. Goals in Progress We are also currently investigating the best means of a community-friendly low cost Spay/Neuter Assistance Program. We are presently researching the pros and cons of a number of program options, including: the voucher system, the mobile clinic, the stationary clinic, underwriting local veterinarians, and van transport of animals for spay and neuter for the elderly and the indigent. Most importantly, as our legacy progresses, we will always continue to serve animals with compassion and devotion to the extent of our means. For us, serving animals is not a "job," but a life path. Memories Here we share with you the animals that have crossed our path. Each one teaching us more about patience, trust, loving unconditionally, and most of all leaving with us the memories to share, laugh and cry about. |
Our goal then was to find new, permanent, loving homes for previously
abandoned and abused animals, once they have been rehabilitated
with necessary medical care, nutrition, and humane behavior management.
As
we continue to grow, we aspire to expand our humane education efforts
in the community, particularly by educating children about pet over-population
and how to be responsible pet owners. We are also in the first stages
of implementing a Prison Dog Training Program, involving the rescue
and adoption of high-euthanasia risk dogs from local shelter facilities.
In this program, the dogs receive complete foster care and training
by qualified inmates in prison facilities. When ready, the dogs
are placed for adoption into loving homes. Some of these dogs are
known to continue more extensive training by handicap assistance
training facilities who adopt them when the dogs leave the prison.