Category: New GFAS Certifications

August 3, 2017 (Cerrillos, NM) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to The Horse Shelter as of August 1, 2017.

Accreditation signifies that The Horse Shelter meets GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed equine care standards which are confirmed by a comprehensive site visit. Accreditation also signifies adherence to standards addressing the sustainability of the organization, ethical principles, finances, staffing, education outreach, security and safety and other operational aspects.

“We are proud to announce the recent Accreditation of The Horse Shelter,” said Valerie Taylor, GFAS Director of Accreditation – Equine. “The Horse Shelter is committed to providing rescue, rehabilitation, and re-training services to equines – a much needed service in their state.  The Horse Shelter also implements innovative business practices including hosting several fundraising events each year to ensure the organization’s sustainability, as well as a yearly horse trainers’ rally to help promote adoptions and growth of the organization for years to come.”

“The Horse Shelter Board, Staff and Volunteers are excited and very proud to receive the prestigious GFAS badge of Accreditation. We are honored to be the first GFAS Accredited horse rescue in New Mexico. Since our inception in 2000 we have been striving to improve, expand and grow our organization into a premier horse rescue, adoption facility, and sanctuary. We are very pleased to have our efforts validated by GFAS. “said Susan Hemmerle, Director of The Horse Shelter.

The GFAS Equine Accreditation Program is made possible by a generous grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® and the Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust.

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. www.sanctuaryfederation.org.

About The Horse Shelter

The Horse Shelter was founded in 2000, is located in Cerrillos, NM on 300+ acres of beautiful high desert country, about 20 miles south of Santa Fe.  The mission of The Horse Shelter is to serve as a sanctuary for New Mexico’s abandoned, abused and neglected horses. Rescued horses are rehabilitated and adopted out whenever possible to homes that support their well-being and future long-term care.  Caring for between 70 and 80 horses in residence at any time, the organization continually needs support to feed, rehabilitate, train and find adoptive homes for the rescued horses. The more horses adopted into new homes, the more The Horse Shelter can rescue!

For more information about The Horse Shelter, call 505-471-6179, email [email protected] , or visit http://www.thehorseshelter.org/

About the ASPCA®

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org. To become a fan of the ASPCA on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/aspca. To follow the ASPCA on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/aspca.

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“Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary truly maintains the welfare of their residents as their highest priority as demonstrated by their large natural habitats and excellent environmental enrichment”, says, Jeanne Marie Pittman, GFAS Director of Accreditation for the Americas.

Imlay, NV – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is honored to announce that Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary, in Imlay, NV has achieved GFAS Accreditation.

“It is heartwarming to see animals that are unable to be placed back into the wild receiving the high quality, life-long care and respect they deserve at Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary. Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary truly maintains the welfare of their residents as their highest priority as demonstrated by their large natural habitats and excellent environmental enrichment”, says, Jeanne Marie Pittman, GFAS Director of Accreditation for the Americas. Achieving GFAS Accreditation means Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary meets the comprehensive and rigorous definition of a true sanctuary and as such provides humane and responsible care for the animals and meets the rigorous standards for operations, administration, and veterinary care established by GFAS. GFAS is the only globally recognized organization that provides a method for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, rescues and rehabilitation centers. The accreditation status provides a clear and trusted means for public, donors, and government agencies to recognize Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary as an exceptional sanctuary.

“Going through the certification process with GFAS has helped our organization by further pursuing excellence in providing best care practices”.  As the only GFAS Accredited Sanctuary in Nevada, we are excited to bring attention to the distinctions between pseudo-sanctuaries and those that have worked toward providing optimal care for its residents” says Lynda Sugasa, the sanctuary’s Executive Director.

Safe Haven is dedicated to protecting indigenous wildlife and native habitat and to educating the public about environmental and wild animal conservation. In addition to their rescue and rehabilitative mission, Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary demonstrates their good neighbor and community engagement commitments by:

• Augmenting and enhancing education for rural elementary and secondary school campuses in northern Nevada through our educational outreach. Local schools with limited funds for curriculum enhancement appreciate Safe Haven’s “Animal Chronicles Project”.  Kids love hearing about Safe Haven residents and they become natural advocates regarding the need to protect wild animals and their habitats. Since inception, Safe Haven’s educational outreached has reached over 20,000 children and adults.
• Developing kids’ capacity to become animal ambassadors. Safe Haven reaches children and youth with positive messages about Safe Haven residents, their native habitat, and their role in overall ecosystems.  Safe Haven’s educational programs are tailored to specific child and youth developmental levels in order to meet them “where they are at” in their capacity to engage, comprehend, and increase their empathic understanding.
• Modelling renewable energy practices. Safe Haven operates as a solar-powered “green” facility, demonstrating innovative energy use approaches. Neighboring communities, kids participating in our educational outreach, and visitors to Safe Haven learn about “green” organizations that are designed to have minimal impact on the environment.

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, the ASPCA, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. localhost.

About Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary
Safe Haven Wildlife Sanctuary, a 501c3 non-profit organization, was founded in 2006 in northern Nevada with a mission to provide interim care to native orphaned and injured wildlife eligible for reintroduction and lifelong care to abandoned, surrendered and confiscated exotics resulting from the pet trade.www.safehavenwildlife.com.

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December 22, 2016 (Hastings, MN) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to This Old Horse, Inc. as of December 22, 2016.

Accreditation signifies that This Old Horse meets GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed equine care standards which are confirmed by a comprehensive site visit. Accreditation also signifies adherence to standards addressing the sustainability of the organization, ethical principles, finances, staffing, education outreach, security and safety and other operational aspects.

“We are proud to announce the recent Accreditation of This Old Horse Inc.,” said Valerie Taylor, GFAS Director of Accreditation – Equine. “This organization is committed to providing sanctuary to retired and rescued equines – a much needed service in their local community- through several innovative programs designed to provide the utmost care, love and respect to recovering horses.”

“Accreditation of our program by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries validates the high standards we establish in caring for all our horses despite their age or hardship circumstances.  This is a great honor, a benchmark rarely attained in our industry and recognizes the uncompromising commitment of our staff and volunteers.  We are both humbled and elated by this achievement,” said Nancy Turner,” Executive Director of This Old Horse, Inc.

The GFAS Equine Accreditation Program is made possible by a generous grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® and the Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust.

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. localhost.

About This Old Horse, Inc.

Founded in 2012, This Old Horse is a private, volunteer-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide sanctuary to retired, rescued, and recovering horses while they continue to serve as ambassadors to the positive effect of “horse power” in the lives of people. For more information about This Old Horse, Inc., call 651-437-1889, email [email protected], or visit www.thisoldhorse.org   

About the ASPCA®

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org. To become a fan of the ASPCA on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/aspca. To follow the ASPCA on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/aspca.

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(Linn Creek, MO) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue and Sanctuary as of December 7, 2016.

Accreditation means that Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue and Sanctuary provides humane and responsible care to equines, and that the organization meets GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed equine care standards which are confirmed by a site visit.  As an Accredited organization, Missouri Forget Me Not has also demonstrated adherence to standards addressing the sustainability of the organization, ethical principles, finances, staffing, education outreach, security and safety and other operational aspects.

“We are proud to announce the recent accreditation of Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue and Sanctuary,” said Valerie Taylor, GFAS Director of Accreditation. “The life-long horse experience and animal husbandry skills of Missouri Forget Me Not’s volunteers are a huge contributing factor to the organization’s success in providing rescue and rehabilitation services to horses-in-need.  In addition, Missouri Forget Me Not’s dedication to sustainable, non-profit business practices demonstrates the organization’s commitment to helping their community for many years to come.”

“We are honored and thrilled to receive accreditation from the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries,” said Connie Hendrix, President of Missouri Forget Me Not. “This accreditation is a testament to the hard work, dedication and commitment of our volunteers and donors to our mission of providing aid and sanctuary to abused, neglected, and abandoned horses that come to us in need, and our advocacy for the welfare of all horses.  Our affiliation with such an exceptional organization as GFAS provides assurance to the community that we provide the highest level of care for all of our equine, and that their well-being and dignity is our foremost concern.”

The GFAS Equine Accreditation Program is made possible by a generous grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® and the Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust.

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. localhost.
About Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue and Sanctuary

Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue and Sanctuary was established as a non-profit animal welfare organization in 2011-its mission is to provide aid and sanctuary to abused, neglected, abandoned or donated horses in need; work with law enforcement and other agencies to rectify situations in which horses are in peril; provide horses in Sanctuary with needed medical care, proper nutrition and a health plan to restore them physically and mentally for a new life; continue educational and fundraising efforts to support rescue efforts and to promote awareness of issues involving neglect and abuse.  Since 2011, Missouri Forget Me Not has taken in more than 200 horses, performed 135 adoptions and facilitated other horses being sponsored or sheltered in a network of foster homes. The organization has minimal administrative costs, no paid employees and is a totally 100% volunteer organization.  Missouri Forget Me Not does not discriminate based on age, health, ride-ability, or breed of the horses it accepts, but rather, helps all to live a good life, or sometimes pass away, with dignity. Missouri Forget Me Not also houses several permanent residents – horses whose health condition or age does not allow us to comfortably place them in other homes.  The organization is proud to have donated their time and efforts to making a difference in the lives of equines, and feels that the horses always give more back than they ever receive from us!  For more information, visit www.missouriforgetmenot.org or call 573-216-3838.

About the ASPCA®

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org. To become a fan of the ASPCA on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/aspca. To follow the ASPCA on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/aspca.

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(Fairplay, CO) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Far View Horse Rescue as of December 2, 2016.

Verification means that Far View Horse Rescue meets the criteria of a true equine sanctuary/rescue and is providing humane and responsible care of the animals. To be awarded Verified status, an organization must meet GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a site visit and they must also adhere to a demanding set of ethical and operational principles. The verification status also provides a clear and trusted means for the public, donors and grantors to recognize Far View Horse Rescue as an exceptional organization.

“We are proud to announce the recent verification of Far View Horse Rescue,” said Valerie Taylor, GFAS Director of Accreditation. “The dedication and passion of Far View’s volunteers is remarkable, which allows for such attention to be paid to proper rescue and rehabilitation of neglected, abandoned, and unwanted horses.  In addition, Far View’s dedication to finding the rescued horses successful homes with new owners and providing horsemanship education demonstrates the organization’s commitment to equines-in-need in Colorado.”

“We are so thrilled and proud on our progress of being Verified by GFAS,” said Kimberly Kissmann, Executive Director of Far View Horse Rescue. “This has made us so much more safety conscientious and we will continue to strive to become even better in every way, every day.”

The GFAS Equine Accreditation Program is made possible by a generous grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® and the Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust.  

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. localhost.
About Far View Horse Rescue
For Far View Horse Rescue, fulfilling their mission of rescuing, training, educating and placing equines in adoptive homes, is so important.  The organization provides a much-needed equine rescue and rehabilitation facility, in a mostly rural environment where property requirements, extreme weather, economic pressures and a lack of equine knowledge, result in unwanted horses.  Far View offers a neutral environment, where horse owners feel comfortable to call and ask for help, whether it be advice, monetary help for gelding a horse, providing temporary hay help, or finding a new home. The organization is run by committed volunteers, 90% of which are girls and women; this includes being on the board, running our barn, property maintenance, training horses and taking the role on of committee leaders. The rescue’s success is built around teamwork and using confidence, commitment and clear communication while working with rescued equines and each other. Far View Horse Rescue has placed 95% of all adoptable equines with good forever homes, and this success transfers over and empowers everyone involved to continue to make a positive difference in the community!  For more information, visit www.farviewhorserescue.com or call 970-376-2103.

About the ASPCA®
Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org. To become a fan of the ASPCA on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/aspca. To follow the ASPCA on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/aspca.

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(Louisa, VA) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary as of November 4, 2016.

Verification means that Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary meets the criteria of a true equine sanctuary/rescue and is providing humane and responsible care of the animals. To be awarded Verified status, an organization must meet GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a site visit and they must also adhere to a demanding set of ethical and operational principles. The verification status also provides a clear and trusted means for the public, donors and grantors to recognize Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary as an exceptional organization.

“We are proud to announce the recent verification of Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary,” said Valerie Taylor, GFAS Director of Accreditation. “Rehabilitation and training for equines is of utmost importance to this organization, as evidenced by the care each equine receives to ensure their return to health.  In addition, Serenity Farm’s passion and drive to become a community resource for horses and local horse lovers demonstrates the organization’s commitment to equines-in-need in Virginia.”

“We are honored to be considered for verification and are so thankful for the guidance provided by GFAS,” said Rhondavena LaPorte, Executive Director of Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary. “Our goal from the beginning was to do things right; as each requirement for verification was completed, Serenity Farm became a little more established.  The GFAS requirements provided a model to help us create a sanctuary which gives deserving equines peace and protection.”

The GFAS Equine Accreditation Program is made possible by a generous grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® and the Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust.  

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. localhost.

About Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary

Located on 21 acres of grassy pastures, fields, and wooded horse trails in Louisa County, VA, Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary was incorporated as a 501c3 in 2016 to support the right of all equines to live a quality life.  The organization accepts all breeds of horses and donkeys through law enforcement seizures and owner surrenders, and provides them with rehabilitation, gentling, and basic training.  The organization was founded by Rhondavena and Bill LaPorte, who are life-long equine enthusiasts.  The property which Serenity Farm is located on was purchased by the Laporte’s, and soon began the goal of helping horses in need.  There have been many improvements made to the property to enable the start-up of the rescue. Serenity Farm is a member of the Virginia Alliance of Equine Rescue Organizations, and the Homes for Horses Coalition. The mission of Serenity Farm is to prevent equine neglect, abuse, and abandonment, and to keep equine from suffering from starvation, neglect and euthanasia. For more information, visit www.serenityfarmequinesanctuary.org or call 540-842-1756.

About the ASPCA®

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org. To become a fan of the ASPCA on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/aspca. To follow the ASPCA on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/aspca.

Download press release here.

(Guthrie, OK) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation as of October 25, 2016.

Verification means that Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation meets the criteria of a true equine sanctuary/rescue and is providing humane and responsible care of the animals. To be awarded Verified status, an organization must meet GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a site visit and they must also adhere to a demanding set of ethical and operational principles. The verification status also provides a clear and trusted means for the public, donors and grantors to recognize Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation as an exceptional organization.

“We are proud to announce the recent verification of Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation,” said Valerie Taylor, GFAS Director of Accreditation. “Rehabilitation and re-training for off-the-track thoroughbred horses is of utmost importance to this organization, as evidenced by the care each equine receives prior to adoption.  In addition, Horse and Hound’s focus on creating practical and purposeful relationships with horse owners, institutions, and stakeholders in the community demonstrates the organization’s commitment to equines-in-need in Oklahoma.”

“Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation is thrilled to receive verification from the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries,” said Nelda Kettles, Executive Director of Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation. “We are proud to have achieved the high standards which an organization must meet in order to be verified by GFAS.  We look forward to continuing this relationship; we value the credibility that being verified by such a prestigious organization gives us, and acknowledge the peace-of-mind it provides to those we work with.”

The GFAS Equine Accreditation Program is made possible by a generous grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® and the Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust.  

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. localhost.
About Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation

Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation was created by a dedicated group of animal lovers to help find forever homes for off-the-track thoroughbred horses who could be rehabilitated and re-trained for a second career.  For those animals that have injuries that would prohibit any further career, Horse and Hound offers lifetime sanctuary care.  The organization operates solely with volunteer help, and no paid employees.  Horse and Hound hopes that, even in some small way, they can provide assistance for animals in need.  For more information, visit www.horseandhoundrescue.com or call 405-206-4689.

About the ASPCA®

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org. To become a fan of the ASPCA on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/aspca. To follow the ASPCA on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/aspca.

Download press release here.

(Monroe, WA) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verified status to Equine Aid and Donkey Rescue as of October 9, 2016.

Verification means that Equine Aid and Donkey Rescue meets the criteria of a true equine sanctuary/rescue and is providing humane and responsible care of the animals. To be awarded Verified status, an organization must meet GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a site visit and they must also adhere to a demanding set of ethical and operational principles. The verification status also provides a clear and trusted means for the public, donors and grantors to recognize Equine Aid and Donkey Rescue as an exceptional organization.

“We are proud to announce the recent verification of Equine Aid and Donkey Rescue,” said Valerie Taylor, GFAS Director of Accreditation. “Rehabilitation and training for equines is of utmost importance to this organization, as evidenced by the care each equine receives to ensure their return to health.  In addition, Equine Aid’s focus on assisting owners in the community with difficulties surrounding their animals demonstrates the organization’s commitment to equines-in-need in Washington state.”

“I have always respected the thorough approach GFAS takes to verify rescues and sanctuaries,” said Geri Vincent, President of Equine Aid and Donkey Rescue. “Having personal experience working with a multitude of rescue groups, I am grateful this organization has shouldered the responsibility of investigating how we operate. The Equine Aid crew is honored to be verified by GFAS as worthy of the public trust and we will continue to take that responsibility seriously.”

The GFAS Equine Accreditation Program is made possible by a generous grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® and the Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust.

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. localhost.

About Equine Aid and Donkey Rescue

The mission of Equine Aid and Donkey Rescue is to provide rescue and rehabilitation, placement, or sanctuary for at risk equines, and to serve as a voice against all abuse. Our goal is that every animal accepted into our program will be safe for life. Each one receives complete health care, as much time as they need to recover and to be re-trained prior to placement. If they are not adoptable, they remain here in sanctuary for life. We follow our placed animals and require their return if the adopter can no longer care for them. Our inclusive environment welcomes everyone who admires equines and desires to become part of what we do. We believe that all human and non-human beings deserve kindness and respect.  
About the ASPCA®

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org. To become a fan of the ASPCA on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/aspca. To follow the ASPCA on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/aspca.

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October 5, 2016 (Lockwood, CA) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Redwings Horse Sanctuary (aka Horse Power Sanctuaries) as of September 30, 2016.

Accreditation signifies that Redwings Horse Sanctuary meets GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed equine care standards which are confirmed by a comprehensive site visit. Accreditation also signifies adherence to standards addressing the sustainability of the organization, ethical principles, finances, staffing, education outreach, security and safety and other operational aspects.

“Redwings Horse Sanctuary is a wonderful role model demonstrating excellence and professionalism in equine best practices of animal care and nonprofit management,” said Daryl Tropea, GFAS Director of Accreditation. “Redwings is dedicated to providing a lifelong home for equines needing sanctuary due to age, illness or injury and also to providing adoptive homes for healthy horses when appropriate. Today Redwings is home to more than 85 equine of all sizes and breeds. The dedication the staff, volunteers and Board of Directors have for the welfare of all these animals is undeniable. We are proud to announce their well-deserved achievement of GFAS accreditation”.

“Redwings is honored to be accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries”, said Paula Germain, Executive Director of Redwings Horse Sanctuary. “Redwings enjoyed the accreditation process and the staff at GFAS were wonderful to work with and very supportive.  GFAS sets the highest standards for equine care and Redwings is very proud to have met all of their strict standards of care.  We look forward to continuing to provide the highest standards of care to all of our equine residents”.

The GFAS Equine Accreditation Program is made possible by a generous grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® and the Kenneth Scott Charitable Trust.

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries. localhost.

About Red Wings Horse Sanctuary

Redwings Horse Sanctuary was founded in 1991 and is dedicated to rescuing abused, abandoned, and neglected horses.  Our organization also promotes community outreach and education to help prevent future abuse and neglect.  Redwings accepts all breeds from adorable miniature horses, to magnificent draft breeds.  Redwings has a foster to adopt program to ensure that all our horses are placed in appropriate and loving permanent homes.  Redwings is proud to be an after care partner for the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and The California Retirement Management Account to help retired racehorses find new careers in second homes. We are honored to be accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. For more information, call 831-386-0135 or visit us at www.redwingshorsesanctuary.org

About the ASPCA®

Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first humane organization established in the Americas and serves as the nation’s leading voice for animal welfare. One million supporters strong, the ASPCA’s mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. The ASPCA, which is headquartered in New York City, offers a wide range of programs, including a mobile clinic outreach initiative, its own humane law enforcement team, and a groundbreaking veterinary forensics team and mobile animal CSI unit. For more information, please visit www.aspca.org. To become a fan of the ASPCA on Facebook, go to http://www.facebook.com/aspca. To follow the ASPCA on Twitter, go to http://www.twitter.com/aspca.

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“Indraloka Animal Sanctuary is truly a safe haven for farm animals that have nowhere else to turn. The animal residents at Indraloka Animal Sanctuary are provided with life-time care and are not treated as objects or commodities but rather as members of the family”, says Jeanne Marie Pittman, GFAS Director of Accreditation for the Americas.

Mehoopany, PA- The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is honored to announce that Indraloka Animal Sanctuary in Mehoopany, Pennsylvania has achieved GFAS Accreditation.

“The competition in the animal agribusiness industry to produce inexpensive meat, eggs, and dairy products has led to the pervasive treatment of animals as objects and commodities. If the anti-cruelty laws that protect pets were applied to farmed animals, many of the most routine farming practices would be illegal. Indraloka Animal Sanctuary, is truly a safe haven for farm animals that have nowhere else to turn. The animal residents at Indraloka Animal Sanctuary are provided with life-time care and are not treated as objects or commodities but rather as members of the family, says Jeanne Marie Pittman, GFAS Director of Accreditation for the Americas.

Since being founded in 2005, Indraloka Animal Sanctuary has rescued and cared for approximately 1,000 animals, and has brought their humane education programs, stories, and films to hundreds of thousands of people around the world. “There are so many more animals in need than we alone can rescue,” says Indra Lahiri, the sanctuary’s founder. “This is why a big part of our mission is education.  We believe that by teaching compassion, especially to children, we can have a far greater impact than we could if our mission were focused solely on animal rescue.”  In addition to programs for children and adults held at the sanctuary, Indraloka’s Creative Director, Johnny Braz, creates both short and full-length films about the sanctuary’s animal residents.  Meanwhile, Lahiri writes stories about the animals in Indraloka’s care.  The films and stories have garnered a worldwide following.

Achieving GFAS Accreditation means Indraloka Animal Sanctuary meets the comprehensive and rigorous definition of a true sanctuary and as such provides humane and responsible care for the animals and meets the rigorous standards for operations, administration, and veterinary care established by GFAS. GFAS is the only globally recognized organization that provides a method for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, rescues and rehabilitation centers. The accreditation status provides a clear and trusted means for public, donors, and government agencies to recognize Indraloka Animal Sanctuary as an exceptional sanctuary.

“We are thrilled and honored to have earned this accreditation.” says Braz, “It is the culmination of years of hard work by our Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers, and in the end it positions us even more strongly to provide, well into the future, the best possible care for farm animals in need.”

“In a world where many sanctuaries struggle, and many animals languish due to lack of care, it is wonderful to have a group of experts ensuring that rescued animals have all that they need,” states Lahiri. “GFAS was thorough and rigorous in their examination.  They clearly have the animals’ best interests at heart. We are grateful to have the support and approval of an organization with such high standards. Truly, we are blessed.”

About Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the sole purpose of strengthening and supporting the work of animal sanctuaries, rescues, and rehabilitation centers worldwide. The goal of GFAS in working with and assisting these animal care facilities is to ensure they are supported, honored, recognized and rewarded for meeting important criteria in providing care to the animals in residence. GFAS was founded in 2007 by animal protection leaders from a number of different organizations in response to virtually unchecked and often hidden exploitation of animals for human entertainment and financial profit. The GFAS Board of Directors guides the organization’s work in a collaborative manner. While the board includes those in top leadership at Born Free USA, The Humane Society of the United States, International Fund for Animal Welfare, the ASPCA, and American Anti-Vivisection Society, all board members serve as individuals dedicated to animal sanctuaries.

About Indraloka Animal Sanctuary

Indraloka, a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit, provides heaven on earth for farm animals with nowhere else to turn. They inform, inspire, and empower the community, especially children, on ways in which we can better care for ourselves and the environment while helping animals in need. For more information, please visit www.indraloka.org.

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