Wayward Ranch Animal Sanctuary: A Safe Space For Animals

In 2016 Wayward Ranch Animal Sanctuary opened their doors to be a safe haven for animals who needed it more than others. On Facebook they call themselves "The Underdog's Last Hope."

The Saugerties based animal sanctuary provides "quality life to the animals who need it most."

Sadly, it looks as though the sanctuary will be closing this year.

Wayward Ranch Animal Sanctuary Closing Their Doors

On Saturday, February 1st 2025, Wayward Ranch announced that they would be closing in the next 6 months.

In the statement Wayward Ranch explains that there were several factors into the closings including the owners health. They write

While we had high hopes for Wayward Ranch Animal Sanctuary to continue on for many years as a permanent resource to help animals in need within our community, sadly it was not meant to be.

The last 9 years, Wayward Ranch Animal Sanctuary helped hundreds of animals in their local community "especially for animals with behavioral and medical special needs." In 2023 one of their rescues, Seymore the mini horse went viral on TikTok.

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Seymore came in to Wayward Ranch with a tough road ahead of him with his hooves so overgrown he had trouble standing and walking. Many other animals have also had the opportunity to grow and heal while at Wayward Ranch.

According to the post they have saved over 550 lives.

Remaining Wayward Ranch Animals Looking For New Placement

It looks as though Wayward will officially be closing in 6 months. Between now and then, over 25 animals will need to find new homes or placements.

33 animals including dogs, cats, horses, pigs and goats are now looking for their new homes. If you or someone you know may be interested email info@waywardranch.org.

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