Mission Statement
To Restore emotional wellbeing & resilience in people through meaningful connections with rescue animals and the natural world
Vision Statement
A world where people and animals co-exist as partners in healing - transforming pain, isolation and disconnection into purpose, peace and presence.
Healing people through animals
Core Values
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Compassion in action; we turn empathy into tangible transformation for humans and animals alike
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Connection over consumption; heal through relationship not materialism
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Integrity & Nature; Our practices honor the land, animals and sustainable living
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Reverence for life; all creatures humans or otherwise hold intrinsic value and purpose
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Restoration, not rescue. We believe in renewal for both species and souls.
Founder's Story
After serving 6 years in the military and being deployed to Afghanistan I learned firsthand the toll stress, trauma, and constant pressure can take on the mind and body. Nature became my refuge - a place where stillness, clarity, and God’s presence could finally break through the noise. Animals played an even bigger role, reminding me what unconditional peace and connection truly feel like.
The Taiga was born out of that journey.
I created this sanctuary to be a space where both people and animals can heal side-by-side. A place where guests can slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with creation in a meaningful way. Every rescue animal here has a story, and every guest who visits brings their own - and somehow, the two meet in a way that restores something inside us.
My mission is simple:
To offer a peaceful, faith-rooted environment where people can unplug from the world, reconnect with nature, and rediscover their mental and emotional strength. The Taiga blends comfort, rescue work, and spiritual grounding - a reminder that healing isn’t meant to happen alone.