Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary
4.4 from 14 reviews
Address 3749 NM-14, Santa Fe, NM 87508
Phone Number +15054715366
A Google User
I was raised in a house full of animals, but like many of us was lost when it came to dealing with the inevitably of their failing health and eventual death. Touring Kindred Spirits, meeting the animals, learning their stories and seeing how these animals are given the opportunity to truly enjoy life, be loved and be part of a community even at the end of their life left me awestruck. Many of the animals had dreadful backstories and living out the rest of their lives at this sanctuary seems to be the beginning of their lives. Should we all be so lucky to be cared for when we are helpless, abandoned and deemed a burden for those around us.
A Google User
This is truly a “Sanctuary” for senior animals, severely abused and traumatized animals, and ill animals...animals that otherwise would have been euthanized or abandoned. The staff and volunteers are extremely well-trained and organized. And it is run completely with the intent to create a peaceful place for these animals to heal and thrive during their last stage of life. Some were taken in when they could not walk and were expected to only live a few days, and were carried around by the staff, and soon began walking. The center is kept extremely clean and the animals, as well. And all of the animals have room to roam on the large property in numerous fenced-off areas. When I toured the facility - before “nap time”, all of the animals were relaxing or happily sniffing or walking around in their separated areas outdoors. None were anxious. None were alone. This is truly an animal-centered, non-profit that deserves to be recognized for the compassionate, end-of-life care it gives horses, dogs, birds, and poultry.
A Google User
Wonderful place for old animals. The person complaining about their 17 yr old dog: sounds like she had a point not taking your dog. You obviously were trying to drop off a grieving dog to a stranger at a vulnerable time at the very end of its life for your convenience and then you make it out to be the shelter’s problem. They have many animals to save and choices to make and your inconvenience does not factor into it... anyway, the world needs more animal sanctuaries, more aware and compassionate humans, and more respect for the environment and our animals. This place is more of what we need.
A Google User
This rescue is absolutely fantastic! They take in older and neglected dogs, horses and birds,, that likely would have not stood a chance in the shelters or elsewhere. Many people think because it is hospice and end of life focused that it would be depressing to visit...exactly the opposite! It is so warm, loving, and upbeat! The animals are treated better than they have ever been treated in their lives, and they show it! It is more like a retirement resort :)
A Google User
I contacted Ulla Pederson to try and find a placement for my elderly, blind, Jack Russell dog. This was a heartbreaking decision for me. His partner had just been put to sleep at the age of 17, and he was very lonely. I live alone and am gone a lot and do not want to get another dog as my life circumstances have changed. Ms. Pederson had absolutely no interest in helping me with a placement or anything at all. She snapped at me that there was no room, and gave me a lecture on life not being, "convenient." She gave me "tips" that ranged from putting down pee pads in my upstairs bedroom to actual euthanasia. I was horrified. She also had no interest in the very substantial donation I was offering to help out with her "Giving Tuesday." The call ended with me in tears, her telling me that it looked like I had it all figured out, and then she hung up on me. I truly hope that this organization treats its animals better than it does the people who contact them needing real help. It is people who do the donating after all, and I, for one, will never donate to them.
A Google User
It's not easy dealing with anything about saying goodbye to your pet but they make it a littpe bit easier. Peace of Mind and a little comfort is all you can really hope for and it's what they give
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- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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