How Your Gift Helps
SANCTUARY EXPENSE TRANSPARENCY
We believe in full transparency—every dollar entrusted to us directly supports the animals who call our sanctuary home. Below is a clear look at the core costs that keep our doors open and our residents thriving.
Running a sanctuary means covering the basics that make daily care possible:
Location upkeep
Electricity, gas, and water
Web & phone services
Internet access
Trash & waste management
Transportation
Fencing & repairs (as needed)
Tractor rental & equipment (as needed)
Welcome Kit – $164 per animal
Every new arrival receives a starter kit to feel safe and begin their journey:
Bowls (x2): $20
Leash & collar: $40
Microchip: $5
Vaccinations & deworming: $35
Toys & enrichment: $20
Grooming supplies: $7
Name tag & GPS tracker: $37
Medical Care – $200+
Veterinary care is our single largest ongoing expense.
Routine wellness visit: $200+
Illness diagnostics: $150–$500
Emergency care & surgeries: $250–$3,000+
Spay/Neuter: $150–$500
Daily Care for a Dog – $316/month
Food: $105
Treats: $15
Preventatives (probiotics, joint support, flea/tick, etc.): $50
Boarding & daily supplies: $146
Goats & Sheep – $2,818/month (herd care)
Feed & hay: $2,400/month
Minerals & supplements: $5/month per animal
Vet care & vaccinations: $100–$200/year per animal
Bedding & enclosures: $20/month per animal
New arrivals also require vaccinations, microchips, and sometimes hoof trimming or shearing to get them started right (Cost not included in total).
Overhead Essentials
Animal Expenses
Address is:
PO BOX 250
Lucerne Valley, CA 92356-0250
Opened by appointment ONLY
Monday - Sunday
8:00am to 7:00pm
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Contact Information
Call or Text: (909) 321-2621
Email: adoptapyrenees@gmail.com