915 dogs will be killed today because Animal Shelters have too many dogs and they need to make room for more dogs coming in.
They need a place to live.
Are you sure you can't financially help with even a small amount? Ever little bit helps save dog's lives and gives them a place to live.
455 dogs are killed
EVERY month in the Los Angeles
"no kill" Shelters!
Last year, LA County's 7 Shelters, euthanized 3,768 dogs.
L.A. City's 6 "no kill" Animal Shelters, euthanized 5,588 animal including 1,694 dogs.
5,462 dogs per year / 455 per month / 105 per week.
This unnecessary killing of dogs has been going on for decades, but there is a solution!
* According to Shelter Animals Count; ** LA County ARCGIS Website; ***LA City Website.
455 dogs are killed
EVERY month in the Los Angeles
"no kill" Shelters!
Last year, LA County's 7 Shelters, euthanized 3,768 dogs.
L.A. City's 6 "no kill" Animal Shelters, euthanized 5,588 animal including 1,694 dogs.
Totaling 5,462 dogs per year,
455 per month,
105 per week.
This unnecessary killing of dogs has been going on for decades, but there is a solution!
* According to Shelter Animals Count; ** LA County ARCGIS Website; ***LA City Website.
Here is the staggering sad truth ...
Here is the staggering sad truth ...
During 2024, nationwide, there were 884,000 "owner surrender" and 334,000 "non-live outcome" for dogs.
That is, 915 killed PER DAY!
Across the 10 Southern California Counties in 2024 ...
161,000+ total animals (dogs, cats, bunnies, etc.) admitted (intake)
16,000+ - dogs owner surrender
14,072 - dogs euthanized
1,173 dogs - each month
271 dogs - each week
39 dogs - per day
During 2024, nationwide, there were 884,000 "owner surrender" and 334,000 "non-live outcome" for dogs.
That is, 915 killed PER DAY!
Across the 10 Southern California Counties in 2024 ...
161,000+ total animals (dogs, cats, bunnies, etc.) admitted (intake)
16,000+ - dogs owner surrender
14,072 - dogs euthanized
1,173 dogs - each month
271 dogs - each week
39 dogs - per day
In LA County alone in 2024:
5,462 dogs were euthanized.
455 dogs euthanized - EACH month.
105 dogs euthanized - EACH week.
California is the 4th largest economy in the World.
Los Angeles County is the 19th largest economy in the world, and larger in size than 39 other states. This is not just a 'local problem'.
Public information statistics for the 10 SoCal County Shelters (Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Santa Barbara, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo & Ventura), the 7 LA City Shelters, and 6 LA County Shelters are above. This does not include Shelters in various communities, within these counties (for example, LA County has 88 unincorporated communities & multiple incorporated Cities), that may operate their own Shelter independently and not part of the County reported statistics, so the numbers are actually a LOT HIGHER!
During 2024, nationwide, there were 884,000 "owner surrender" and 334,000 "non-live outcome" for dogs.
That is, 915 killed PER DAY!
Across the 10 Southern California Counties in 2024 ...
161,000+ total animals (dogs, cats, bunnies, etc.) admitted (intake)
16,000+ - dogs owner surrender
14,072 - dogs euthanized
1,173 dogs - each month
271 dogs - each week
39 dogs - per day
In LA County alone in 2024:
5,462 dogs were euthanized.
455 dogs euthanized - EACH month.
105 dogs euthanized - EACH week.
California is the 4th largest economy in the World.
Los Angeles County is the 19th largest economy in the world, and larger in size than 39 other states. This is not just a 'local problem'.
Public information statistics for the 10 SoCal County Shelters (Imperial, Kern, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, Santa Barbara, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo & Ventura), the 7 LA City Shelters, and 6 LA County Shelters are above. This does not include Shelters in various communities, within these counties (for example, LA County has 88 unincorporated communities & multiple incorporated Cities), that may operate their own Shelter independently and not part of the County reported statistics, so the numbers are actually a LOT HIGHER!
The system isn't working and needs a long term solution, our solution!
Let's face it. What we are doing as a society, is not working. Last year LA City, spent $ 26.94m and LA County spent $61.1m ($88.04m combined) of our hard earned tax dollars on Animal Shelters and it's not solving the problem.
A massive problem,
requires a massive out of the box solution!
Our Solution has 4 unique strategically designed phases.
Phase 1 - COMPLETED!
Phase 1 - COMPLETED!
Phase 1 - COMPLETED!
Phase 1 -
Proof of Concept!
Many rescues, rescue a handful or a few dozen dogs per year.
Quietly, behind the scenes, without fanfare, we have been supporting Rescues with boarding & training spanning over 2 decades. Each year we are already doing more than many other Rescues, privately bootstrapping and saving a few dozen dogs each year.
Phase 2 - The Legal Stuff
Phase 2 -
The Legal Stuff
July 2024, we began the process & the paperwork to expand to become a legal 501(c)3 Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation.
On Valentine's Day, February 14, 2025, we became a legal entity, with our founding Board of Directors, recognized by both the IRS and State of California. We are now a 501(c)3 non-profit charity!!
Total cost: ~$5,000
Phase 3a & 3b -
Fundraising & Growth
Phase 3a is to raise funds for a temporary scaled down Dog Ranch with the ability to care for 100-250 abandoned dogs that are waiting to be adopted and/or need a safe place to live out their last few years of life. The annual goal for capital expenditures (multiple acres of land in the greater SoCal area, temporary staff housing, kennels, etc.,) is $500,000.
Phase 3b, we will be raising funds for a $2m Endowment. Many 501(c)3 operate in the red, day by day, or even worse, never pay some of their bills. Our long term solution is to be fiscally responsible and cash positive so we can provide for the long term and have the ability to act in emergency situations. Like major ivy league universities, we will very conservatively investment the funds resulting in a minimum of 10+% dividends per year which will result in a $200k/yr or $16.5k/mo operating budget in perpetuity without further fund raising required. We will never have to wonder where the dog's next meal or medical help will come from!
Total Cost: $500,000 & $2,000,000.
Phase 4a & 4b -
The Ultimate Goal
Our final goal is similar to Phase 3 but on a massive scale.
In 1962, JFK said, "we choose to go to the moon," without knowing if the technology existed or where the funds were coming from.
Phase 4 is our Wright Brothers, Walt Disney, or Steve Jobs, laser focus goal, calling to change the world. This is our 'moon shot' or BHAG (big hairy audacious goal).
The US currently has 813 Billionaires and 23.8 million, Millionaires. One single billionaire or a few millionaires can make this happen with a signature on a single check. We will be targeting the ultra rich, applying for private grants, and seeking private donations from people like you, to create the world's largest NGO Rescue & Sanctuary caring for an estimated 1,500 - 2,000+ dogs each year.
By the end of this decade, we seek to raise $15m for capital expenditures (land, permanent housing for staff, multiple barns for dogs, medical facilities, and pastures and trails for free roam). We also seek to raise $50m for the Endowment which when safely and conservatively invested, the 10%+ annual dividends, will produce $5m per year or $415k per month, in perpetuity to care for man's best friend.
We 100% believe this is obtainable. We are tirelessly and laser focused, going after it with the confidence and enthusiasm of a 4 year old with a super hero cape on. Once accomplished, this could end dog euthanasia in Southern California!
Total Cost: $15m & $50m
The system isn't working and needs a long term solution, our solution!
Let's face it. What we are doing as a society, is not working. Last year LA City, spent $ 26.94m and LA County spent $61.1m ($88.04m combined) of our hard earned tax dollars on Animal Shelters and it's not solving the problem.
A massive problem,
requires a massive out of the box solution!
Our Solution has 4 unique strategically designed phases.
Phase 1 - COMPLETED!
Phase 1 -
Proof of Concept!
Many rescues, rescue a handful or a few dozen dogs per year.
Quietly, behind the scenes, without fanfare, we have been supporting Rescues with boarding & training spanning over 2 decades. Each year we are already doing more than many other Rescues, privately bootstrapping and saving a few dozen dogs each year.
Phase 2 -
The Legal Stuff
Phase 2 - The Legal Stuff
July 2024, we began the process & the paperwork to expand to become a legal 501(c)3 Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation.
On Valentine's Day, February 14, 2025, we became a legal entity, with our founding Board of Directors, recognized by both the IRS and State of California. We are now a 501(c)3 non-profit charity!!
Total cost: ~$5,000
Phase 3 - Fundraising & Growth
Phase 3a & 3b -
Fundraising & Growth
Phase 3a is to raise funds for a temporary scaled down Dog Ranch with the ability to care for 100-250 abandoned dogs that are waiting to be adopted and/or need a safe place to live out their last few years of life. The annual goal for capital expenditures (multiple acres of land in the greater SoCal area, temporary staff housing, kennels, etc.,) is $500,000.
Phase 3b, we will be raising funds for a $2m Endowment. Many 501(c)3 operate in the red, day by day, or even worse, never pay some of their bills. Our long term solution is to be fiscally responsible and cash positive so we can provide for the long term and have the ability to act in emergency situations. Like major ivy league universities, we will very conservatively investment the funds resulting in a minimum of 10+% dividends per year which will result in a $200k/yr or $16.5k/mo operating budget in perpetuity without further fund raising required. We will never have to wonder where the dog's next meal or medical help will come from!
Total Cost: $500,000 & $2,000,000.
Phase 4a & 4b -
The Ultimate Goal
Our final goal is similar to Phase 3a & 3b but on a massive scale.
In 1962, JFK said, "we choose to go to the moon," without knowing if the technology existed or where the funds were coming from.
Phase 4 is our Wright Brothers, Walt Disney, or Steve Jobs, laser focus goal, calling to change the world. This is our 'moon shot' or BHAG (big hairy audacious goal).
The US currently has 813 Billionaires and 23.8 million, Millionaires. One single billionaire or a few millionaires can make this happen with a signature on a single check. We will be targeting the ultra rich, applying for private grants, and seeking private donations from people like you, to create the world's largest NGO Rescue & Sanctuary caring for an estimated 1,500 - 2,000+ dogs each year.
By the end of this decade (Phase 4a), we seek to raise $15m for capital expenditures (land, permanent housing for staff, multiple barns for dogs, medical facilities, and pastures and trails for free roam). We also seek to raise (Phase 4b) $50m for the Endowment which when safely and conservatively invested, the 10%+ annual dividends, will produce $5m per year or $415k per month, in perpetuity to care for man's best friend.
We 100% believe this is obtainable. We are tirelessly and laser focused, going after it with the confidence and enthusiasm of a 4 year old with a super hero cape on. Once accomplished, this could end dog euthanasia in Southern California!
Total Cost: $15m & $50m
How can you be part of the solution and part of history?
How can you be part of the solution and part of history?
1. Pray.
We need your prayers & continued divine providence.
1. Pray.
We need your prayers & continued divine providence.
We believe that a mighty and caring God is unquestionably bringing us together and building a movement for this purpose, like never before. We know that with the nearly 2 billion websites, He brought you right here, right now, to participate in this history making time and to help raise the necessary funds.
He saved the animals once with Noah and the Great Flood. Together, we can save them again and end this horrific killing of dogs!
Please join us on this life saving journey, together!
“Where there is no vision, the people perish”
“Where there is no vision, the people perish”
Proverbs 29:18a
2. Donate.
We can end this killing, but we need your help.
2. Donate.
We can end this killing, but we need your help.
We are unwavering in our efforts. We are not shy or unapologetic to ask for contributions. Each and every dollar will go towards caring for, and saving the lives of dogs, to end canine euthanasia in Southern California and across the US.
The questions becomes, how much will you contribute to save dog's lives?
- $ 29.00 - buys food for 1 small dog, for 1 month.
- $ 45.50 - buys food for 1 medium size dog for 1 month.
- $ 91.50 - buys food for 1 large dog, for 1 month.
There is no gift too large or small to attack this problem and save the lives of dogs!
Who are we?
Who are we?
Kyle Tanner is the Founder, Chief Visionary, and Chief Executive Officer of the Dog Ranch Rescue & Sanctuary. Kyle's life experience is vast. He spent over 10 years as a youth worker. Also, 40 years traveled the nation, working on high profile live events for Fortune 500's for his production company. His love for Brody (his English Cream Golden Retriever pictured) launched him into the pet industry. After years of professional training, dog boarding and working for multiple rescues and thousands of dogs, he saw the need for a solution to the canine euthanasia crisis and works passionately and tirelessly to facilitate the solution.
Kyle Tanner is the Founder, Chief Visionary, and Chief Executive Officer of the Dog Ranch Rescue & Sanctuary. Kyle's life experience is vast. He spent over 10 years as a youth worker. Also, 40 years traveled the nation, working on high profile live events for Fortune 500's for his production company. His love for Brody (his English Cream Golden Retriever pictured) launched him into the pet industry. After years of professional training, dog boarding and working for multiple rescues and thousands of dogs, he saw the need for a solution to the canine euthanasia crisis and works passionately and tirelessly to facilitate the solution.
John Penrose provides decades of experience to the Board in private sector and non-profits. He served Kern County in Youth for Christ for 10 years, a large portion of that as Executive Director. John worked as a senior executive in banking and other business enterprises for the next 24 years. In 2002, he took on his current role of President for Children to Love. He and his wife Sandy live in Bakersfield, California, and frequently open up their home for pool parties to their 21 grandchildren.
John Penrose provides decades of experience to the Board in private sector and non-profits. He served Kern County in Youth for Christ for 10 years, a large portion of that as Executive Director. John worked as a senior executive in banking and other business enterprises for the next 24 years. In 2002, he took on his current role of President for Children to Love. He and his wife Sandy live in Bakersfield, California, and frequently open up their home for pool parties to their 21 grandchildren.
Ray Young Leveraging more than 25 years of extensive public relations and media strategy experience, Ray develops and manages publicity campaigns for clients in finance, investment, real estate, travel, technology and healthcare. He and his team handle all aspects of messaging, media training, media relations, story and interview placement, as well as media monitoring and crisis communications. Together, Ray and his wife Christine have seven children.
YOU! You are the most valuable member of our Team. We need you to help. We need you to spread the word. We need you to contribute. We can't do it alone!
YOU! You are the most valuable member of our Team. We need you to help. We need you to spread the word. We need you to contribute. We can't do it alone!
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All donations and in kind gifts are tax deductible.