This lovely day of sanctuary is sponsored annually by Jen Douglas in memory of her beloved friend, Susan von Beck Turner, on her birthday. Jen shared this message about her gift:
“Susan was a tireless animal advocate. She was unable to find a boarding facility that was suitable for her big Newfie mix, Cardiff, so she decided to build her own. She bought a piece of land, cleared it herself and built ‘Cardiff’s Lodge’ catering for bigger dogs, where the dogs could be outside playing and walked on hiking trails instead of being cooped up in a kennel all day. It was a dream vacation for dogs. Sadly, Susan passed away on October 16, 2014 and the world is a worse place without her.”
Jen, thank you so much for helping to ensure Susan’s legacy lives on and for including the chimpanzees’ and cattle in celebration of the wonderful person she was. We so appreciate all you, James, and your family have brought to the lives of the chimpanzees.
Burrito:
Willy B:
Cardiff’s Lodge looks like paradise. What an incredible legacy to leave behind. I am involved in dog rescue and sadly, large dogs are not the first to fly out of the shelter/rescue. There is no doubt in my mind, Susan is living in the beating heart of every dog she rescued. Thank you for sharing her memory with us.
What a wonderful place for the larger dogs. Animals lovers are the best people and I’m
sure she is well missed. Wonderful tribute to her. Thanks.
The men of Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest… and those who love them… including Jen, James and eternally blessed Susan. xoxo
Thank you for the fantastic photos in today’s installment. Burrito looks just great. Warms my heart. Thanks for the tireless work you all do. Kudos to photographer.