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Let’s Congratulate Second Chance Thoroughbreds on GFAS Verification
May 19, 2023 (Spencer, NY) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Verification status to Second Chance Thoroughbreds, Inc as of May 10, 2023. Second Chance Thoroughbreds achieved GFAS Verification, meeting criteria for providing humane and responsible care to equines. With dedication and commitment to demonstrating high levels of professionalism, Second Chance has achieved GFAS Verification. This certification signifies that Second Chance meets GFAS’s rigorous and…
Trillium Creek Training & Rehabilitation Coalition Achieves Long-time Goal of GFAS Accreditation
April 11, 2023 (Wilsonville, OR) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Trillium Creek Training & Rehabilitation Coalition (TCTC) as of December 23, 2022. Trillium Creek first achieved GFAS Verification in 2018, meeting criteria for providing humane and responsible care to equines. With dedication and commitment to demonstrating high levels of professionalism, Trillium Creek has now achieved Accredited status. Accreditation signifies that TCTC…
Washington Post – Animal rides are cruel, advocates say. So why are we still doing them?
Public awareness of the unethical treatment of elephants, camels and horses is forcing tourist attractions to consider alternate modes of transportation. Sanctuaries that emphasize observation instead of animal rides are viewed as best; to determine whether a venue is a true sanctuary, check out its credentials, such as accreditation by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries.
Lakeview Monkey Sanctuary in England is Verified by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
March 23, 2023 (Ascot, Berkshire, UK) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, has awarded Verified status to Lakeview Monkey Sanctuary as of March 13, 2023. Verification means that Lakeview Monkey Sanctuary has met the criteria of a true sanctuary and is providing humane and responsible care to its animals. To become verified, an organization must meet GFAS’s rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed…
Dove Creek Equine Rescue Located in West TX Achieves GFAS Accreditation
March 16, 2023 (Canyon, TX) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Dove Creek Equine Rescue (DCER) as of March 6, 2023. Dove Creek Equine Rescue first achieved GFAS Verification in April of 2018, meeting criteria for providing humane and responsible care to equines. With dedication and commitment to demonstrating high levels of professionalism, Dove Creek Equine Rescue has now achieved Accredited status….
Blackbird Ranch Farm Sanctuary is Accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
February 22, 2023 (Pullman, WA) – The Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS), the only globally recognized organization providing standards for identifying legitimate animal sanctuaries, awarded Accredited status to Blackbird Ranch Farm Sanctuary as of January 27, 2023. Accreditation signifies that Blackbird Ranch Farm Sanctuary meets GFAS’ rigorous and peer-reviewed animal care standards which are confirmed by a comprehensive site visit. Accreditation also signifies adherence to standards addressing the sustainability of the organization, ethical principles, finances, staffing, education, outreach, security…
