compassionate living with animal kin

making all places sanctuary



Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.      —Mother Teresa

What is Being Sanctuary?

Being Sanctuary teaches how we can translate the concept of sanctuary into everyday life to make the world a safe and loving place for animals.

Why Being Sanctuary?

Today's world is not an animal-friendly place. There are nearly 26 billion animals and more than 10,000 species in captivity in farms, zoos, breeding centers, laboratories, and private homes.

Where do I start?

Being Sanctuary teaches how to transform your home and community into sanctuary. Our resources include webinars, a course and guide to creating a home sanctuary...

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Making a difference

Animals have remarkably similar needs to our own. They also wish to live in dignity and freedom, to live healthy, loving lives that respect their values and cultures. Few, however, receive these simple needs.

Countless cats, cows, chickens, turtles, guinea pigs, and other animals die from abuse and homelessness. Millions more endure the ache of loneliness.

By opening our hearts and sharing our homes and communities with animals, we can make all places sanctuary.

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Sanctuary Corner

Carol and elephant

From the Sanctuary World

"True sanctuary provides an environment in which captive elephants can experience autonomy and genuine freedom of choice. It is a safe haven that speaks to their very soul; where they thrive and can recover from past traumas." –Carol Buckley
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Ann and friends

Home Sanctuary

Ann Southcombe is an Animal Relation Specialist and licensed wildlife rehabilitator who, for over 35 years, has dedicated her life to the care of animals. She has worked with an amazing spectrum of wildlife species. —gorillas, orangutans, bears, lynx...
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