FAQs

A: Charlie's Promise takes in animals from a variety of situations. Many of our rescues are seniors, victims of neglect or abuse who were rescued from hoarding situations or dangerous living conditions. We also accept animals from owners who are no longer able to care for them when we can. We do not purchase or breed animals. 

A:  When possible, Charlie's Promise will help rehabilitate animals and find them wonderful, new homes. Our sanctuary side is a permanent home for the animals in our care. We focus on providing lifelong, high-quality care for animals who are not suitable for adoption due to chronic medical issues, advanced age, or specialized needs.   

 A: The number of animals fluctuates, but we always prioritize the quality of care over the quantity of animals. We have a strict intake policy to ensure we never accept more animals than we can provide with the highest standard of lifelong care.   We have several types of animals; namely, sheep, goats, donkeys, mini horses, and horses. 

A:  Your generous donation directly supports the rescue, care, and peaceful lives of our farm animals. Your gift funds critical medical treatments, nutritious hay and feed, and essential hoof care from our farrier. For many, this contribution creates their permanent home at our sanctuary, giving these intelligent and sensitive individuals a second chance at life. 

A: There are many ways to support our mission! A monthly recurring donation provides stable funding for our animals' care. You can also volunteer, sponsor an animal, or help us spread the word about our mission on social media. Each action is valuable and makes a real difference. 

A:     For sanctuary animals, medical needs are addressed through a dual approach of prevention and intervention, in close partnership with the multiple veterinarians we work with.  

 This collaborative veterinary support is crucial for managing everything from routine care to specialized procedures or emergencies for animals with chronic conditions or disabilities. 

A:   The desire to create an animal sanctuary, such as Charlie's Promise, stems from a passion for animal welfare and the belief that all animals deserve to live in peace and free from neglect and abuse. The sanctuary was founded to address a perceived need for a different kind of care, even within the existing rescue community, for animals that are rescued from situations of neglect, abuse, or abandonment, as well as for senior animals that aren't adoptable. 

A:    At Charlie's Promise, our animals have nothing to worry about, as our staff and volunteers care for their every need. A typical day is filled with fresh hay, food and water, cleaned living areas, and plenty of love and affection from our dedicated team. We provide a variety of enrichment activities, ensuring each animal is mentally and physically engaged, and conduct daily health checks to monitor their well-being. From morning cuddles to a peaceful evening wind-down, we promise to give every animal the best possible care during their time with us.
 

A:   Making the choice between palliative care and euthanasia is without a doubt one of the hardest parts of rescue, and it's a decision our team never takes lightly. For any terminally ill or declining animal in our care, we work hand-in-hand with our veterinarians to perform a continuous quality-of-life assessment. We evaluate if the animal's pain is manageable, whether they are still eating and finding joy in simple things, and whether the bad days are starting to outnumber the good. If a reasonable quality of life can be maintained, we commit to palliative care, but if suffering is unmanageable and their well-being is severely diminished, we have to make the most compassionate, albeit difficult, choice. This final act of mercy is guided by expert advice from our vets and our ethical commitment to prevent further pain, but it is always a difficult and heartbreaking decision for everyone involved.