Safe Haven Rescue Kennel

26/08/2024

Although Rex lives in Oregon now, he's always a picture perfect model ! HAPPY NATIONAL DOG DAY

05/07/2024

Joan isn’t too happy about her trip to the state of the art hospital.

24/05/2024

Rest in Peace Sammy. You were obviously much loved.
Sammy (Peewee) came to us about 10 years ago from a shelter in SoCal. He was eventually adopted out and had a wonderful life. The photo on the right is from when he arrived.

14/03/2024

Join us on March 20 and April 3rd from 9 - 1 pm PT/ noon - 4 pm ET for Camp Maddie: Behavior Edition, a FREE online event devoted to dog behavior in animal shelters. We have an amazing line-up of speakers, including Michael Shikashio, Dr. Wailani Sung, and Dr. Chris Pachel. Check out this link to learn more! https://forum.maddiesfund.org/campmaddiebehavior

03/02/2024

Poor Lydia can't catch a break. We have been dealing with an invasive, but non-cancerous tumor on her side for several years. Now cancerous growths have appeared on her chest, belly and the possibility of bone cancer in her hip. She has a follow up appointment in a few weeks, but got some pain meds today. We don't want to put her through a surgery for one thing if something else will take her anyway. For now, it's just a waiting game. 😔

01/01/2024

Thank You Yerington Intermediate School Student Council for Your Generous Donation!

26/12/2023

Run Free, Elton. Sometimes the cancer wins.
You’re an angel dog now. No more pain.

25/12/2023

Ten years ago tonight we learned the 124 dogs from the defunct Olympic Animal Sanctuary had arrived in Golden Valley, Arizona. The dogs had all been loaded into a semi and disappeared from OAS a few days previous. We began making plans to recover the five Gabbs Dogs who had been sent to OAS after the big rescue in 2008.
Robin Wenham arrived in Golden Valley on January 1st and was able to locate Herbie, Itsy and Tippy. We never learned what happened to Dixie and Able. With two empty crates, we agreed to take the wolfies who were all but shut down. Over the following years, we took in several more OAS refugees. All have since passed away except Bandit and Walter.
Thoughts go out to all the OAS dogs tonight and all the rescues and owners who took them in. And all who protested at
OAS and the volunteers who cared for the dogs in Golden Valley.

24/12/2023

Merry Christmas lunch.

12/10/2023

Safe Haven Lydia had her cancer surgery (again). Although the cancer does not metastasize, it does grow back. This is the third time it has been removed. If you can donate it would be appreciated.

14/08/2023

Breakfast with a rare Safe Haven Peach.
The little dwarf tree produced five this year. (One is still on the tree.)
The other two trees have plenty of ripening peaches, but they are the size of golf balls and just as plump. I guess the early heat got to them.

14/08/2023

Donations are gratefully accepted to helped pets displaced or injured in the Lahaina fire and families in need of food or supplies.

19 August Sat Concert for HopeConcert for HopeDate August 19, 2023Time 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmVenue Altitude DeckPrice $50More Info

27/06/2023

Remember Patti and Honey? They were rescued two years ago from a shelter in SoCal. They were adopted by some wonderful folks who take in seniors. Sadly, Honey passed away from old infirmities. But Patti recently celebrated her 10th birthday. She is blind, but still going strong.

03/06/2023

Phoenix enjoying the warmer weather. After some lizard chasing, a nice dip in the pond.

23/05/2023

Today we said goodbye to Miss Sally, one of our forever fosters. Sally came to Safe Haven six years ago. She had a habit of biting people, so she never left.
Age took its toll on her and at 17, she was blind, deaf and slowly dwindling away.
Run Free, Sally, free of pain and enjoy all the new sights and sounds on legs strong enough to carry you on your next journey.

09/05/2023

Bittersweet memories. Toto and Wendy were little feral pups that came to Safe Haven as Lobo and Coyote Girl. They have since past away, but had a life of love and adventure in the big city before moving to the rural hills of California.

15/04/2023

The peach trees are blossoming. Let’s hope there are no more hard freezes coming our way!

13/04/2023

The prognosis for Elton isn’t good, but for now he is enjoying Springtime walks with his friends.

06/03/2023

Safe Haven was surprised and grateful to receive a very generous donation last week from a donor that wished to remain anonymous. Very generous!
Like all rescues, we sweat that surprise vet bill that can be devastating. With a bunch of seniors in sanctuary that can be a real possibility.
All the dogs can sleep easy tonight in warm cottages knowing that there are folks out there who, even in death, think of them and wish them well.
Thank you, Mr. Anonymous. May your memory be a blessing.

19/02/2023

Courtesy Post. These dogs are not at Safe Haven.
Contact [email protected]
These youngsters were rescued from a reservation in Utah. They are living in a foster home with other dogs and things are getting a little crowded. If you are in Utah, or ready for a road trip after weeks of cabin fever, please check them out. They are up to date on vaccinations, spayed/neutered and good with other dogs.

17/02/2023

Bernie has a bad habit of getting lost on walks. Today he tested the Fi Smart Collar Series 3. After each of his detours, he came back, but that's not guaranteed. Some days he has kept me searching for an hour or two. This should make things easier. So far, highly recommended.
https://tryfi.com/

10/02/2023

Elton paid a visit to Close to Home Vet Clinic today for a sore tooth. He'll be going back soon for a dental. Close to Home is a mobile service and comes to Smith Valley every month or so. Follow their page to find out when they will be there.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076668153309

07/01/2023

*1/8 spotted in Wells near Wagon Wheel”

sighting spotted near airport around 7am***
Lost in Wells, NV at flying j truck stop! Please anyone who knows anyone in the area please keep a lookout! I’m devastated! Call me at 612-718-7693

02/01/2023

On New Years day nine years ago, Robin Wenham picked up the three Gabbs dogs that had survived almost six years at the Olympic Animal "Sanctuary" from Golden Valley, Arizona. With two empty crates, we also took "the Wolfies", with the backing of Lake Tahoe Wolf Rescue. The Gabbs dogs (Herbie, Itsy and Tippy) and "the wolfies" (Gypsy and Denali) were all close to death, but lived many more happy years at Safe Haven. They have all since passed, but we were happy beyond words when they came "home".

31/12/2022

RIP, Toto.
Toto came to Safe Haven in 2009 as a little feral Rez Pup. He and his sister Wendy, were soon adopted by a good friend to Safe Haven, Robin Wenham. They lived long lives full of adventure. Toto joined his sister today to begin their new journey somewhere beyond the stars. You will be missed, Toto.

25/12/2022

Our hearts are warm our bellies are full….