Animal Rescue & Farm Sanctuary (Trego, Washington 54888) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of farm animals, primarily horses.
Since its efforts began in 1998, Animal Rescue & Farm Sanctuary has been in several news segments, been seen on Animal Planet, and been in several newspaper articles. Animal Rescue and Farm Sanctuary is also the recipient of the Jefferson award and the Caring Tree award, given for volunteering and outstanding involvement in the community.
Over the years, ARFS has encountered and studied several issues regarding animal abuse and neglect, including puppy mills, the exotic trade, and horse slaughter. It has chosen to become most involved in horse rescue because of the high demand in its the local area.
All types of animals have been accepted into ARFS over the years, including a few buffalo calves, zebu, watusi, ostrich, emus, llamas, donkeys, mules, potbellied pigs, parrots, and the common mixed variety of dogs and cats.
ARFS offers animals for adoption at all times. Potential owners must call ARFS as a part of the adoption process. Potential owners are also required to come and meet the animal they have interest in. If they do not make a positive connection, ARFS may have a more suitable animal on the farm that would fit their needs better. Its goal is to place animals in the proper homes according to the animals needs.
