Intake Information
Boulderwood Animal Sanctuary is a small, developing nonprofit sanctuary focused on providing safe, ethical, and intentional care for animals who have nowhere else to go. As we grow and build our infrastructure, our intake capacity is limited and carefully managed to ensure every animal in our care receives proper attention, resources, and long‑term safety.
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Current Intake Availability
At this time, we are able to accept:
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Small reptiles
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Small rodents (hamsters, gerbils, hedgehogs, mice, etc.)
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🚨 Emergency‑Only Intake (Very Limited)
In true emergency situations only, we may be able to accept:
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1 rabbit
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1–2 guinea pigs
Emergency intake is evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis and depends on space, supplies, and current animal needs.
Temporary Setups & Animal Care
While our permanent outbuildings are still under construction, animals taken into Boulderwood Animal Sanctuary will be housed in temporary but safe setups.
Every animal in our care will receive:
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A warm, secure, and clean environment
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Species‑appropriate food and enrichment
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Daily care and monitoring
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Protection from harm, neglect, and unsafe conditions
Temporary does not mean inadequate. Our priority is safety, stability, and humane care while we continue to grow responsibly.
Situations We Accept Animals From
We are open to intake in the following circumstances:
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Abandonment
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Abuse or neglect
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Owner surrender (please contact local shelters and rescues first)
Our mission is to help animals who truly have no other safe options.
What We Do Not Do
To remain ethical and sustainable, Boulderwood Animal Sanctuary:
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Does not pull or adopt animals from shelters
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Cannot accept surprise drop‑offs
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Cannot accept animals outside our current intake list
Shelters and rescues play a critical role in animal welfare, and we respect their work. Our focus is on animals in crisis situations that fall outside typical shelter placement.
Before Contacting Us
If you believe an animal qualifies for intake:
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Please check with local shelters and rescues first when applicable
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Contact us before bringing any animal
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Be prepared to provide details about the animal’s species, condition, and situation
Intake availability may change based on space, resources, and current care demands.
Our Commitment
Boulderwood Animal Sanctuary is being built slowly and intentionally — without shortcuts. Every intake decision is made with the animal’s best interest and long‑term welfare in mind.
Thank you for respecting our boundaries and supporting ethical, sustainable sanctuary work.