Big Sky CARES

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Big Sky CARES | Folsom, LA | Animal Shelter & Farm

Big Sky Ranch/CATNIP Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit animal welfare organization. Big Sky Ranch/CATNIP (Care, Advocacy, and Treatment for Neglected and Indigent Pets) Foundation is an animal welfare organization with a goal of changing the ways we think and feel about living with and caring for animals. Our vision is to create a no-kill, no-shelter community, by increasing community consciousness for the well-being of people, animals, and the planet. Based in Folsom, Louisiana, we provide valuable programs as alternatives to euthanasia to lower the number of animals entering shelters and the ones being killed there. Additionally, we provide valuable resources to other shelters and rescues, which would otherwise not be available to help them, further reducing the numbers entering and being killed in shelters.
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Folsom, LA 70437 USA
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Big Sky CARES

Big Sky CARES is a U.S. nonprofit organization focused on animal welfare. The organization operates under the name CATNIP Foundation, which stands for Care, Advocacy, and Treatment of Neglected and Indigent Pets. It is also associated with Big Sky Ranch, a facility that aims to create a harmonious environment for animals and people.

Mission

The mission of Big Sky CARES is to promote and nurture the well-being of people, animals, and the planet. By working in St. Tammany Parish and south Louisiana, the organization strives to reduce unnecessary animal killings in shelters and improve the quality of life for animals and their human companions. This is achieved through collaborations with the public, partner organizations, and municipal agencies to innovate and support efforts towards creating no-kill communities[4][5].

Activities and Partnerships

Big Sky CARES works closely with other animal welfare groups, including Best Friends Animal Society, to enhance lifesaving efforts for dogs and cats in communities nationwide[2]. The organization offers low-cost health services for animals and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity, aiming to keep animals out of shelters by providing various support services such as adoption, fostering, and volunteering opportunities[5].

Founders and Operations

Big Sky CARES is the brainchild of health and wellness enthusiasts Dr. Catherine Wilbert and Sharon Schluter. Dr. Wilbert, a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, brings her expertise in natural health, while Ms. Schluter contributes her experience as a dog trainer. The organization operates from Big Sky Ranch, which serves as a sanctuary for over 200 rescued animals[1].

Governance and Impact

As a partner in the Best Friends Network, Big Sky CARES contributes to a broader network of animal welfare organizations aiming to make the U.S. a no-kill nation by enhancing community awareness and cooperation[2]. Despite its significant community impact, governance practices and leadership assessments have been noted as areas for improvement[3].

[1] https://www.bigskyranch.org/our-story [2] https://bestfriends.org/partners/catnip-foundation-dba-big-sky-cares [3] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/47-4528787 [4] https://www.bigskyranch.org/our-mission [5] https://www.bigskyranch.org

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Home Events Community Clinic Lifesaving Programs Education Donate Ways to Help Recycling More. WELCOME TO BIG SKY. The organization known to many as Big Sky RanchCATNIP Foundation is now Big Sky CARES Community Animal Resources and Education Services. Our name change reflects the growth of our organization since its founding 10 years ago.

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