The Beginning of Sara’s Sanctuary… 1998 in loving memory of an incredible dog named Sara. Sara’s Sanctuary is a place where animals are given a second chance at life.
We are a place of hope for animals who would not always be given that extra mile or that would more than likely not be allowed to live at all. Although Sara, an incredible dog, has passed away, it was because of her exceptional love of animals that I named the Sanctuary after her.
For over fifteen years now, the Sanctuary has been a haven for countless, though never nameless, animals. Sara’s Sanctuary is a true sanctuary in every sense. The animals that find their way to our doors, are able to live out the rest of their lives in comfort and safety. Animals rarely leave our facility and are only relocated if a new home can better accomodate their needs. The care they are given here is our long-term lifetime commitment. Most of these animals had few options for survival if we had not taken them in.
Our family of animals has literally come from all over the U.S. with the majority coming from the Puget Sound region.
I am often asked, “why”? Why did I choose to create this type of sanctuary? Sara’s Sanctuary was started because of my belief that all animals deserve unconditional love and care, especially ones that are in desperate need caused by human cruelty and neglect. For too many years mankind has bred exotic, domestic and even wildlife for pleasure and financial gain, without regard for their well being. I believe we need to take responsibility for the situations we have created for so many animals. To me, this means the commitment of love and care that I think all animals deserve – from the very expensive exotic wild life, to a simple wounded dove, even the much dreaded little starling. I believe all creatures have the same heart and soul, and feel the same pain and fear when they are injured, abused and then kept in a tiny cramped little cage. I believe that all creatures deserve our love, understanding and help to the best of our ability. I know this is what I was meant to do. For me, this is my gift to give back to the animals that so desperately need our help.
For the Love of Animals,
Terri Miner
Founder