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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.
📌 Overhead Essentials
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)
🐾 Animal Expenses
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).
Email: adoptapyrenees@gmail.com
CALL AND TEXT TO (909) 321-2621
Located in Lucerne Valley, CA 92356
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. EIN: 93-3913107
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