Survivor, May and Lena Updates Miracle Horses

Survivor as of 4/20/2007, he is slowly but surely gaining his weight back, not bad for a 30 year old man!



Survivor's blind eye. The cloudiness has cleared and I dare say he can see out of it now!



Lena has really put the weight back on, we are concerned that she may be pregnant at this point.



May has really gained weight too, we are concerned that she may also be pregnant, we'll see what the vet says on May 1st!



May's cuts are healing daily, looking good!

Sasha, Miracle Horse Update!

I am so very happy to announce that Sasha has gone to her new home with Michelle in Cheyenne. Sasha is a 9 year old bay QH mare. Her eyes were swollen shut and she was barely able to walk when we first came upon her at the Stockyard.

What a magnificent change! Sasha has gained weight, had her hooves trimmed, which she did a pretty darn good job for considering she hadn't been worked with in quite a while. Darrin, the farrier spoke to us about her front heel, which had been torn off in an injury at some point in her life. She did her best to make him eat dirt, but he wasn't having it!





Sasha with her new momma, Michelle!




Sasha says, "Eat Dirt!" Darrin Says, "No Way Jose!"

Sherman (now Kiowa) Update

Sherman (now Kiowa) has the most amazing personality and is so very well trained. We have ridden him quite a few times now and have been absolutely amazed with the amount of training and disposition of this amazing horse.

Kiowa had his first hoof trimming on Thursday and stood stock still for Darrin, our farrier. He did not protest an inch.


Kiowa Has been adopted by Jill and Darius of Frisco and will be leaving the first week of May for his new, pristine horse heaven!

Miracle Horses Updated

Our veterinarians, Karyn Muggli and Katie Jones with Denver Integrated Veterinary Service are scheduled to come out May 1 for dental work on the miracle horses and an overall check up. These girls rock and our Sanctuary is very excited to be working with them.

Smiley was finally able to stand on his front hooves long enough to get his back shoes off on Thursday. His bowed tendon is healing nicely and we are looking forward to a speedy recovery!



This is what happens when shoes are left on too long, Smiley's hooves had grown around the shoes, this picture is with the shoe finally off.

The lucky 7 Denkai Miracle Horses

These are the seven lucky horses residing at our Sanctuary from the Miracle Horse rescue. Some of these pictures are a bit graphic. These horses survived a horrifying experience. First being trucked to the Dekalb, Illinois slaughter plant from Wyoming. They were off-loaded in Dekalb and are the only horses to have seen the inside of a slaughter plant and lived so that their tale may be told.

Some quick stats for you: http://www.hsus.org/legislation_laws/citizen_lobbyist_center/help_end_horse_slaughter.html

The Sanctuary is focusing on Humane Education programs. If you would like to help out with this, please contact us at info@denkaisanctuary.org.



Lena is an amazing 21 year old mare. She has a bad knee on her front left leg and twists it a bit when she walks. Lena is looking for a home with pasture, a buddy and peace! She is very sweet and luckily only has a few scrapes on her head from bouncing around in the trailer with 33 other horses.



Survivor, the famous #22. This gentle, kind 30 year old gelding is skin and bones with a blind left eye and no teeth left for hay. Survivor is by far the thinnest of the 33 horses that were on this transport and yet his will to live is strong. Survivor is on a diet of senior horse feed throughout the day and his energy and weight are picking up.



Gus is a 7 year old TB Gelding. He is an ex-racehorse and we have found a tatoo on his upper lip confirming this. He is showing some bone spurs on his stifle and is a bit stiff, but at 17 hands, he is a very majestic horse. He loves to nuzzle and would enjoy a good brushing along with a forever home!




Smiley is an amazing 23 year old TB Gelding. You will see from the first picture here, he has a bowed tendon (high). We were extremely concerned for Smiley upon arrival to the Stockyard, he had a horrible set of shoes on his front hooves and could not stand to move around or walk anymore. Our farrier, Darrin Hill immediately removed the shoes and trimmed his hooves back.

Smiley is a gentle and sweet horse with a kind soul and his tendon is recovering nicely every day! He will be looking for a permanent home soon!




Sherman is a gorgeous 11 year old Paint Gelding. Upon arrival, Sherman showed an outrageously swollen sheath, making it hard to urinate. He was tested for cancer and other abnormalities, thankfully, this all came back negative. We believe that this is from being kicked in the trailer by another horse.

Sherman's swelling continues to reduce daily. We believe that he is very well trained, but will find out in a couple of weeks. Oh and if you come to visit and he backs in to you, don't hesitate to give him a good scratchin on his rear!




Sasha is a sweetheart 9 year old Bay Mare. When I first saw her at the Stockyard, her eyes were swollen shut due to infection and being slammed around in the trailer to and from the Dekalb plant. Her eyes are back to normal now with only a few scratches to show. I pulled about 12 ticks off of her and then medicated her and the rest of the bunch for these little crawlies!

Sasha continues to gain weight and is looking forward to her new home with Michelle in Wyoming!




May is a wonderful 9 year old Quarter Horse Mare. She is super friendly and would jump in your pocket if you'd let her! May sustained some horrifying injuries to her jaw, pictured above. This is not a strangles break, it has been cultured, they are cuts, gashes from her horrifying experiences. Despite all of this, we believe May will make a full recovery and a wonderful companion!

Miracle Horse Rescue

The Humane Society of the United States Rescues Horses after Hellish Journey to Slaughter and Back

April 4, 2007

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Thirty horses bound for slaughter last week are safe today after The Humane Society of the United States halted their planned slaughter for human consumption and arranged their transfer to an animal sanctuary in Colorado.

The opportunity to save these horses came after The HSUS and other animal advocates won a court ruling last week closing down the last operational horse slaughter plant in the country. The horses' owner had planned to have the animals slaughtered and their meat exported for human consumption, but decided to contact The HSUS instead after learning of the court decision.

"These are the only horses on earth who have seen the inside of a horse slaughter plant and lived so that their story could be told," said Wayne Pacelle, HSUS president and CEO. "They have been through hell and back, stuffed into trailers, trucked for days, and led to the very brink of slaughter, only to be rescued at the last possible moment."

This group of horses was standing in line waiting to be slaughtered when news of the decision reached officials at Cavel International, which is located in DeKalb, Ill., and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which pulled its inspectors from the horse slaughter plant. While most horses, still waiting in trucks in the plant's parking lot, were promptly routed to slaughterhouses in Mexico and Canada, these animals were reloaded onto a truck bound for a stockyard in Cheyenne, Wyo.

The HSUS agreed to pay the owners' expenses, and took possession of the horses in Cheyenne on Tuesday. The HSUS is partnering with the Denkai Animal Sanctuary in Carr, Colo. to rehabilitate the horses so they can eventually be placed with loving owners. Currently, they are being assessed by HSUS personnel and given necessary veterinary care in anticipation of their move to the sanctuary. The HSUS has set up a "Miracle Horse Fund" to accept donations for the ongoing care of these animals and other rescued horses.

Because the Congressional funding limitation barring the USDA inspections for horse slaughter expires in September, The HSUS is calling on Congress to pass the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act (H.R. 503 and S. 311) to settle the matter permanently. This legislation will also prohibit the export of live horses to Canada and Mexico for slaughter.

Courtesy: Humane Society of the United States

Dealing with Pet Loss

It's been a sad day. Today, the cat that I was fostering and had recently adopted was diagnosed with Feline Leukemia and had to be euthanized. Facing illness when it comes to the animals we love is a difficult thing and many of us feel as if we are alone. While I feel an extreme sense of loss and pain, I know it's important to reach out to others and express this loss. When dealing with the loss of a companion animal, please remember the following:

1. You did the best you could! Guilt is a huge issue and while we all feel this when grieving, know that you did everything you possibly could!


2. Allow yourself to grieve. It's o.k. to feel sadness and loss. Reach out to friends and families and have a small memorial for your companion animal as you would any cherished friend.


3. Make a donation in the name of your companion animal to your local shelter or no-kill facility. Honoring your animal in this way is a wonderful way to express love.


4. Don't force yourself to get another pet right away. Everyone has different time frames when they feel comfortable with this. Give yourself time to heal and trust your instincts when it comes time to adopting again.


5. Start a support group. Start a phone chain or set up a blog...anything where you can vent and discuss your feelings. Writing in a journal is also helpful.

To all the animals lost to illness, may they all rest in peace and know that they were loved.

Written by: Shanon Chalmers

Educational Links

We know that many of you have questions regarding animal care, how to help in the community and some questions are very specific to situations in your own towns and cities, along with personal experiences. Please visit our 'educational links' tab on the Denkai site. We are adding to it all the time, in the hope that resources will be provided to anyone that has a question about an animal care related issue. If you have any suggestions or know a great site that can be listed, please contact us. We know that this is an effective way to reach out to all of you who have supported the sanctuary through volunteerism, sponsorship, adoption, and by donating.

Connecting with all of you by providing you with resources is a wonderful way that we can all reach out to help the animals in our respective communities. There are some wonderful articles and experiences that people have shared on many of the provided sites. Information is given on such issues as feral cat care, horse rehabilitation and advocacy, and tips on how to get your children and students involved in advocating for animals. Check them out when you have the opportunity!

-Shanon Chalmers

Homeopathic Treatments

I think it's great if we can use natural products to help to heal cuts, scrapes, and any other medical issues that may arise with any of the animals that we are caring for. Overall, it's much safer for the animal in many ways, if we are able to find products that can help with certain ailments. My dog has definitely enjoyed bouncing and digging in the snow. However, she's been suffering from dry, cracked paw pads over the past few weeks. If anyone else is dealing with this issue, you know it may be difficult to care for. I've found a great product that many people use to care for consistently cracked or dry paws in dogs and outdoor cats: Vermont's Original Bag Balm. Originally used for chapped cow udders, this product has become much more and I would recommend it for dry paws. Remember, though, don't use it on cuts or deep wounds, just to heal excessive chapping and prevent it from getting to the point where it becomes deeply cut. Burt's Bees Hand Salve has also worked amazingly well on chapped paws. Contact us if you would like more tips on caring for your animals using homeopathic remedies, essential oils, etc. We are always willing to answer your questions. Remember that while it's fun to hike and play with our animals in the snow, it's important that we watch for signs of injury to the paws and to the legs. Animals can sprain legs and ankles very quickly from jumping through deep snow drifts. Have a safe winter and try these products if your animal is suffering from cracked paw pads.

-Shanon Chalmers

Can't Adopt or Foster? Think about Sponsoring!

There are so many of us that want to adopt another animal, or just adopt one and simply can't, simply due to where we are at in our own lives. For those who can't presently adopt, but would also like to have the experience of caring for an animal, consider being a sponsor. The sanctuary currently has many goats, dogs, horses, and others who need a sponsor to support them. Sponsorship is also a great way to educate children and young adults about the actual cost involved in caring for an animal. What a great way to slowly introduce the adoption process? We are always willing to answer any question that you may have about sponsorship. It costs a different amount of money to sponsor various animals (prices listed on website), due to the size and food consumption of the animal, level of grooming, etc. If you are interested in sponsoring a certain animal, let us know and we will work with you on an individual basis based on your interests. Some sponsors simply want to pay for food and health care, which is wonderful! Others choose to become more involved and may want to visit the animal on a regular basis. The choice is yours! Sponsors with children, feel free to incorporate the visiting and working with your animal as an educational opportunity just waiting to blossom. If you need some ideas about how to develop a lesson based on the animal, it's habitat, features, care, contact Shanon at volunteer@denkaisanctuary.org. Young adults sponsoring an animal may choose to work with the animal and create a report or presentation based on their positive interactions with the animal. As you can see, sponsorship means many things and can be individualized to meet your needs. Contact us at the sanctuary if you are interested. There are many animals that need loving sponsors and advocates right now! They are listed on our site currently.

Feral Cat Reflections

What a couple of weeks it's been! After realizing the large amount of stray and feral cats living in the community, I decided to start trapping. It's important to realize differences between stray and feral cats. Feral cats do not want to be captured and act much like the typical wild animal. Strays and or semi-feral cats have lived with humans and will most likely be able to be rehabilitated and adopted. It's often hard to decipher, but after trapping, you will be able to tell the difference. If a cat is willing to allow you to touch it and scruff it, it has known human affection and you will not have to trap this animal in the normal fashion. All of them are waiting for us to reach out to them in any way that we can ~ through advocacy, trapping, adoption, and or foster care. It can seem overwhelming and while it may be, take it one step at a time. That's what I'm learning to do with these all of the cats that enter my life in one way or another.

Trapping should not be gone about lightly. Experience is needed and you should have a plan of action once the animals is trapped. Where will the animal go? Plans will need to be made to contact us or the local shelter in your area. Make sure that a plan is in place and that you're able to reach out to people experienced in this area. Trap, Neuter, Release is a great option if you are able to simultaneously set up feeding areas, shelters for winter time and volunteers are able to commit to feeding. It's a lengthy process, but it can be done. We, at the sanctuary, have recently received a grant to begin a program where we can trap, neuter, and release ferals who simply are not able to live inside with humans. We will update everyone via e-mail when we begin to recruit for this program and hope that all of you will reach out to us with concerns regarding the welfare of cats in your own communties. All of the ferals that we trap will be spayed, neutered and vaccinated. It's a great program that we are excited to start.

If trapping independently, make sure that the animal that you are trapping does not belong to someone. This will take inquiry and you will need to contact shelters to list any cats found. It's important to do this because many persons simply allow their animals to roam. Others have lost cats many weeks, months, or years ago. Reaching out and communicating that you have found a cat in need is therefore very important. I was able to successfully trap six cats this week and while some were feral, others definitely were not and will hopefully be adoptable in the near future.

On a personal note, I decided to foster/adopt one of the cats that I rescued a few weeks back. Noone has claimed her through the local shelter, so I felt it was a good idea togive her a chance. She is timid and wary of my intentions, but I believe that she will eventually feel comfortable in her new surroundings. She doesn't know me very well yet, but with love and time, she will be a wonderful family addition.

I am still working through many of the issues of trapping and working with cats, but I am excited that the sanctuary will be taking a huge and positive step towards helping these animals. We are very thrilled! If anyone needs assistance with trapping or has any questions, or would just like some support, please contact Shanon at volunteer@denkaisanctuary.org. I am learning a lot through my immediate frequent experiences and can offer support to anyone dealing with the same issues and concerns in his or her own community. We will keep all of you updated on the program as it develops and thank all of those who offer continued support!

Fibi Is Missing her Home!

This beautiful older dog just entered the Sanctuary today, she is in need of her owners. Has anybody lost this dog recently? Word is out with the Humane Societies just in case her owner might call....

Faith

Faith is a survivor! This wonderful 3 year old Female Pit Bull who was shot in the stomach and brought into the shelter.

The bullet had entered her stomach and exited her butt by her tail. She was picked up by animal control officers laying in her own blood on her soft bed outside. Her owner just couldn't take the guilt of watching her struggle anymore....

She underwent surgery at the shelter and lost her entire tail. After this stringent surgery, the shelter decided that they were going to have to euthaize Faith, they had not spayed her because of this.

Faith is very loving, she is doing well so far with other dogs and has a lot of training under her already, she sits, stays, and can stand on her hind legs!

Our Sanctuary was more than happy to take on this sweet pup! She is now residing at Boyd Lake Veterinary Center with Trainer, Bridget Spangler. You can visit her and adopt her by calling Bridget at (970) 689-8309.

Maya Update!

Maya is settling in very well! She loves her new buddy Jasmine and Bree, our on-site Manager has taken this pup under her wing!

Maya is coming when called, though still a bit tentative. She is doing great with the other dogs, cats and livestock here at the Sanctuary as well. Maya still has a bit of weight to gain, but emotionally is adjusting by leaps and bounds.

Your donations help our Sanctuary to take in and rehabilitate animals such as Maya who have been very abused and are extremely fearful of people and their surroundings. This is something that Humane Societies are unable to do due to a large load of incoming animals and lack of time to socialize them all.

Help us to continue these good deeds by donating through our website at www.denkaisanctuary.org and click on the Network For Good icon.

Katie and Flicka, A match made in Heaven

Katie has lived her entire life longing for a horse to call her own. At only 17, she has an entire room devoted to her animal friends; her Hampster, who if I might say is absolutely spoiled rotten, her rabbit, recently acquired, also spoiled rotten and both are very happy! Her room is filled with horses, posters, portraits, figurines, you name it! Katie first began helping the Sanctuary out about a year ago. She has acomplished so much; learning proper care and feeding of horses, how to work with them safely, leading, haltering, learning their cues. Katie helped to rescue many dogs on our Louisiana trip and never complained a bit.

Flicka was a show horse, an incredible, beautiful showhorse. She had everything going for her, a great person who loved her a lavish lifestyle and was queen of the ring. We don't know her entire story, but somewhere along the lines, Flicka aged, she began to have a hard time keeping her weight on and was thrown out to pasture. Having chipped her front teeth, she could no longer grab the lush grass and became very thin and hungry. She ended up at the Sale Barn and was purchased by Monty, one of the kill Buyers. She would have been at the slaughter plant by now had Marty Metzger not stepped in. Flicka entered our Sanctuary just as winter was well on its way severely underweight and with no energy.

It was love at first sight for Katie and Flicka. Flicka couldn't get enough of Katie's brushing and petting. She immediately picks up her feet for her hoof cleaning for Katie and will allow Katie to learn the ways of the horse safely!

Happy Holidays Katie! With the support of her family, Katie's first horse will now be Flicka. Flicka continues to recover at the Sanctuary and Katie along with her parents visit on a regular basis. She now has a new halter, leadrope, brush, hoof pick and still plenty of senior feed.

Pops Needs a Place to call home!

Pops is a 10 year old Jack Russell Terrier that we transferred from another shelter. He was just sitting there in that cold, hard cell with pleading eyes: Please, take me home with you, I am soooooo cute, you just don't know it yet!

Well Pops arrived at the Sanctuary complete with one and a half ears, the other half had gone missing, we assume in a dog fight years ago. We do not know what led to him arriving at that shelter, but he definitely deserves a place to call home.

Pops loves his bed. He will drag that bed anywhere within the vicinity of a human body, so long as he has you in his sights and if there is a sunny spot, that is even better. Pops likes to spend his days lounging on your lap, eating treats and living the pampered life he deserves! Please consider opening up your heart and home to him!

Hee Haw!

Helen and Furdie meeting across the fence. Furdie belongs to Shiloh Acres Horse Rescue and is just visiting, but our volunteers just love him! Thank you Helen and Richard for your generous donations and help!

Kenai and Whimsey are the cutest! We had a very special visit from Helen Iams and her husband Richard Barrans, Jr. today. I turned around to find These two goof balls peeking through the fence at me. Hey lady! Where's my food!

Maya

Maya is a 3-4 year old Malamute Mix Female Dog, here is her story…

We had a phone call yesterday from a lady near Windsor, CO. She had a stray dog running through her neighborhood, very thin and very scared; she could not get the dog to come near her. This kind lady had been setting out food and water for Maya for the past four days and became extremely concerned as the temperatures began to fall yesterday afternoon.

With the help of the entire neighborhood and some advice from Sanctuary volunteers, this kind lady managed to have a live trap set up from the Weld County Sheriff’s Department. She kept a very close eye on Maya and the trap until the dog, so hungry crawled into the live trap to eat. Once caught, calls went out to the Windsor police department and our Sanctuary.

The Windsor Police Department agreed to allow our Sanctuary to take in this dog because she was definitely not going to pass any temperament tests and would have to be euthanized and they were a bit uncomfortable getting Maya out of the trap.

The funny thing about animals is their sense of person. If they sense your fear, anger or resentment, they can react to actions in different ways. Well, Darrin, being no stranger to aggressive animals, crawled halfway into that live trap to comments regarding “the crocodile hunter” or something of that nature. Maya was great; she allowed him to slip the leash over her head and followed him out of the trap to freedom!

Maya has been running for a while, exactly how long, we do not know, she is so very afraid of everything still, but trusts us and is a very sweet dog. It was evident that people had been throwing things at her and hitting her. She seems to have had some fights with other dogs as she has some cuts and scrapes on her, but nothing serious.

Thank you to the many people of this Windsor neighborhood working together to save this beautiful girl. She is very thankful that she will be getting a Second Chance with us here at the Sanctuary!


We will post a picture soon!

Simple Ways to Advocate for all Animals

I think it's easy for some of us to feel overwhelmed with existing issues of animal abuse, neglect, and or abandonment. I know that I often feel as if there aren't enough laws and ordinances to protect animals living in our various communities. It's important to remember that all of us, as community members, share a voice in how animal welfare laws are established. If there is an animal welfare law that you feel should be in place or one that should be changed, take a stand and contact community and or government officials. Take the time to write letters to the editors of newspapers and to attend city council or town hall meetings. Be prepared to share your thoughts by jotting down important points. I think that many of us can concur that there should be more stringent animal welfare laws in many of our communities. As well, take the time to thank a government official for signing a bill into law. It's great to be heard and to make changes for the betterment of the lives of animals. Both the ASPCA and HSUS websites provide many opportunities for advocacy and update animal lovers on changes made to existing laws or new laws that have been enforced state and nationwide. Signing up as a member to one of these sites permits you, as an advocate, to send e-mails or letters to government officials. It's an easy way to stay active for animals! Don't forget, advocating can simply mean educating another person about the welfare of animals. Simply initiating positive conversations with others can help people to view things in new ways. Contact us if you have any questions!

The first Blizzard

Finally, we have a real snow storm! It has been absolutely beautiful out here, the patterns left by drifting snow are simply natures art!

Well, we have some great pictures of our semi loaded with hay stuck in a four foot snow drift. It took about three days to dig that one out. Enjoy the pictures!

We worked really hard to get these animals through this blizzard, but we really need cash donations to get through these next couple of months, so if you haven't donated yet, please help to save the life of an animal and donate through our website at www.denkaisanctuary.org and click on the Network for good icon!

Great Way to Start the New Year!

One of my best friends called the other day and told me about the gift that she was going to give to her dad for the holidays ~ a sponsored dog. Her dad already cares for six to seven dogs that were neglected and she knows that he couldn't manage to physically adopt another. She reached out to a local shelter in her native Washington and found a dog that she could sponsor in the name of her dad. The shelter or rescue organization, rather, will be able to provide for the dog for one year and will send pictures and a newsletter out to the father of my friend. Isn't this a great idea? Denkai also offers this service. If you know of someone who can't physically adopt or care for an animal, sponsoring one in their name is a great gift idea. We will provide you with a photograph of the animal and updates. If the person sponsoring the animal lives in the area, he or she is more than welcome to come out and visit with the sponsored animal at any time! I think that this is also a great opportunity for young people to learn about what it takes to care for both farm and domestic animals before taking on the responsibility of an actual adoption. Contact us for more information and we would be happy to help you out!

Winter Tips for Keeping Pets Safe and Warm

As winter approaches, it's important that we protect all of our animal companions. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when caring for your pet as cold weather approaches.

1. Be careful of antifreeze drips and spills. Domestic and wild animals are attracted to antifreeze and will often drink it, unaware that it is poisonous. Most animals will not recover if they accidentally consume antifreeze. Ensure that you wipe up any spills and tightly close all containers to protect your cat, dog, or a wild animal.

2. It is best to keep pets indoors during times of extreme cold. Cats and dogs can still experience frost bite on the tips of their ears, nose, and paws. If your animal must remain outdoors, use wood for creating a shelter and straw works best as a heat insulator. Blankets and towels will only freeze if left outdoors. Straw is fairly inexpensive, as well, and costs about $4 to $5 per bale. Always ensure that your animal has fresh water that is not frozen and extra food. Animals consume more food in the winter in order to keep warm. Remember, it's always best that the animal be inside, if possible, but follow the above tips for necessary outdoor shelters.

3. Watch for any changes to an animals appearance during the winter months. Some animals respond differently to cold than others. Paw pads may bleed or become cracked due to exposure to the cold, ice, and snow. Use natural ointments to soothe paw pads and always clean off any snow remnants.

4. If you see a stray or lost animal, do the right thing and pick it up. Give us a call and we will direct you as to how to best help the animal. Carry an emergency pack with you (extra blankets, treats, water jug, leashes, carriers, etc.), in case you may need to lure a frightened animal out of hiding in order to get it to safety.

These are just several animal tips to keep in mind when caring for your pet during throughout the cold winter months. Call or e-mail us if you have any questions. Remember, keep your animal companions safe and warm!

Help Needed in Socializing Cats

Fostering animals is one of the most important gifts that we can give to them. More importantly, taking the time to foster and socialize animals helps them to have a more successful chance at becoming a new member to an adoptive family. Many feral, semi-feral, and stray cats are living in our surrounding communities. Many need extra time in being socialized, as they have had to acclimate to living in a mode of constant survival. Sadly, many of these cats are euthanized daily, as foster homes and special programs are not made available to animals in need of long-term socialization. I am currently in need of individuals willing to foster and socialize some of these animals. While some of these cats will never be able to live indoors, many can live happy lives outdoors, in the right environments. Still, I am in need of persons willing to take the time to foster these cats while they are spayed and neutered and work with me in finding new placements for them, whether it be an indoor or outdoor environment. If anyone feels that they are willing to work on this issue and become a foster parent to these cats, please contact Shanon at volunteer@denkaisanctuary.org. Thank you for your compassion and willingness to help!