RESCUE RANCH

We operate a thrift store in Yreka, CA. All proceeds, after thrift store expenses, are used to support general operations at the Rescue Ranch shelter.

Kitu’s Fund has a dual purpose. It is both an emergency and high-cost medical fund for Rescue Ranch and a no-interest community loan program.

In the first instance, the fund helps Rescue Ranch dogs: Some of our dogs have physical trauma, some are diagnosed with cancer, while others require heartworm treatments or extensive dental care. These special dogs need our help, but their medical costs are beyond what we can afford without additional funds.

In the second instance, it's a community no-interest loan program: Members of the community can apply for a no-interest loan to cover emergency and/or high-cost veterinary care. Applications are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Loan repayment is based on the applicant’s unique financial situation.

This special medical fund was seeded by a generous contribution from the Arthur R. Dubs Foundation. The Foundation’s help has been instrumental in our ability to provide emergency and necessary high-cost veterinary care to the wonderful dogs se

Rescue Ranch created RRAAP to help community pet owners overcome the barriers preventing them from spaying or neutering their dogs.

Top 3 Barriers to Spay/Neuter
Access: even if cost is not an issue, in rural communities like Yreka, veterinary resources are limited. Patients can wait months for an appointment and choosing an alternative location isn't available to everyone.
Cost: surgery can cost up to $600 or more. Cost depends on the size and health of your pet, and on the procedure. Spaying is usually significantly more expensive. Low-cost programs, on the other hand, typically cost less than $200, even for spaying.
Transportation: the high cost of gas is only one obstacle to transportation. Not everyone has access to a vehicle or is able to drive, even if they can afford the gas.

RRAAP overcomes all of these challenges by obtaining appointments at reasonable rates and offering free transportation.

Rescue Ranch offers low-cost parvo-distemper and Bordetella vaccinations and Microchipping to the public.

In these difficult times, more and more pet owners are having a hard time making ends meet. They're struggling to feed themselves, their family, and their pets. Rescue Ranch is committed to helping the community in any way it can. Our Pet Food Bank offers free dog and, when available, cat food to people in need.

The Pet Food Bank usually has some regular dry dog food. We also occasionally have wet food, special diet food, and cat food.

Our free Sunday sessions are open to the public and are an excellent way for owers to help their dog acquire important socialization skills with other dogs as well as people. It is also a great opportunity for them to to learn how to communicate effectively with their dog, have their questions answered, and work one-on-one with our knowledgeable staff to address specific issues they might be having.