Welcome to Liberty Acres United Rescue Animal Sanctuary
a 501c3 non profit
THANK YOU
You've done it!
02/01/2023 UPDATE: THANKS TO YOUR SUPPORT THE SANCTUARY HAD THE ABLITY TO PUT IN AN OFFER TO BUY THE PROPERTY AND...... IT HAS BEEN ACCEPTED! Now we just have to wait out the process to secure the property and insure that the animals will always have a safe haven. We could not have done this without your support.
Dear friends,
We have been so grateful for you and all our fans and supporters since this unique sanctuary was founded. Our founder, Gary Sigler, purchased this property with the express purpose of creating an animal sanctuary. Since 2017, this vision has come to fruition and grown to serve hundreds of animals, placing most in forever homes, offering refuge and safety for others, and saving many destined for euthanasia. We currently are home to 36 senior and special needs dogs, 15 cats, 10 kittens, 3 pigs, 2 goats, an urban rooster, and rehabilitated wildlife.
Since Gary’s passing, the sanctuary’s future has become unsettled. He had told our executive director and board members that our organization could continue operation on the site and merely take over the payments for the moderate balance of the mortgage (around $80,000), in the event of his death. However, Gary did not have a will or a transfer on death deed or anything in writing at the time of his sad passing. This has left us in the position of dealing with a small group of heirs who are not direct descendants. Most have visited the sanctuary and expressed their wish for Gary’s vision and the sanctuary’s mission to continue. However, now it turns out, not all the heirs have agreed to donate their share of the equity in the property. This would require the property to be sold at market value; it has appraised for $206,000.
In order to continue in our mission of serving our senior and special needs animals we have 3 options:
1. In order to stay where we are:
a. Best Case Scenario: we find a guarantor to help us secure a loan for paying
off the current mortgage plus buy out the one heir; the cost of this option
is about 105,000.
b. Second Best Case Scenario: we find a friendly landlord to purchase and
rent us the property; the cost of this option is $206,000.
2. The property sells to someone else, and we move the sanctuary. We would need
to find a friendly landlord to purchase and rent us property OR someone with
land who is willing to rent us space. Costs depend on what’s available.
3. The property sells to someone else, and we move our operations to foster homes. This would result in some of our sanctuary citizens to be tragically
euthanized. We have a few individuals who are completely un-fosterable and unadoptable with literally nowhere else to go.
Please contact us! Your support, ideas, and input are welcomed and needed as we navigate this critical time in our efforts to continue to exist and provide sanctuary for the neediest animals.
Thank you so very much from the board of directors of Liberty Acres and all the animals!
Contact information
Stacey@libertyacresunited.com 765-994-9058
Shell@libertyacresunited.com 765-969-4782
Janelljensen@gmail.com 765-977-2355
About The Sanctuary
About Liberty Acres
Liberty Acres is a 22 acre sanctuary devoted to enriching the lives of animals as they wait for a "forever family". We also strive to provide a loving and homelike environment to senior, geriatric, disabled and hospice dogs. These dogs come from other shelters where time is limited and resources are in short supply. We offer these "death row" dogs a place where they can get back to health and be re-homed. Some become permanent residents due to health issues. Check out our Sanctuary Citizen section.
Accommodations for our Dogs
While at Liberty Acres, dogs enjoy accommodations in cozy, tiny homes with access to a doggy door and a fenced in area. The houses are air conditioned in the summer and heated in the winter. You will find the dogs lounging about on a couch or snuggled up in a bed. There are trained staff that live on the property, therefore the dogs never feel alone. Daily Activities for the dogs include: hikes in the woods, off leash running in the 6 acre fenced area and a 3 acre pond.
Other Sanctuary Animals
At Liberty Acres we are always looking for ways to help. We have just began to assist in the rescue of small farm animals. We are also working towards building a cat house for homeless cats. Who knows what type of animal you may encounter on your next visit.
Please donate
Any size donation is greatly appreciated. Just click on the tab below and help us save homeless and abandoned animals.
You may also mail your donation to
Liberty Acres United 3546 East Mitchell Road Liberty IN 47353
Meet some of our Sanctuary Citizens
What is a Sanctuary Citizen?
What is a Sanctuary Citizen?
What is a Sanctuary Citizen?
Liberty Acres is a Sanctuary. Yes we adopt out animals but there are special cases where an animal would not be available for adoption. Many times in other facilities those animals would be euthanized. At Liberty Acres those animals become permanent residents. They stay with the staff and volunteers until the end of their life. It may be due to medical or behavioral but all of the dogs at Liberty Acres get a chance at a happy life.
Elaine
What is a Sanctuary Citizen?
What is a Sanctuary Citizen?
Elaine is a dog who has a checkered past. This spunky Coonhound has been around the block and then some. Elaine is a good dog for those whom she chooses to befriend but their numbers are few. She spends her time with her furry BFF Winnie. She doesn't trust new people and therefore will get to spend her last years with those she loves here at the Sanctuary.
Winnie
What is a Sanctuary Citizen?
Winnie
Winnie was raised in a feral dog colony. She knows very little of human touch or interaction. She has come a long way here at the Sanctuary but still prefers her doggy friends over the two legged kind. She spends her days running through the woods and snuggling with her BFF Elaine. We love our quirky addition to the Sanctuary and are happy to ensure she is happy for as long as she will have us.
Rusty
Miss Maggie
Winnie
Oh our Rusty is a special fellow at just 4 years old. He does well at the Sanctuary with people he knows and a regular schedule. Rusty is a great boy in the right environment. Rusty has anxiety issues which causes some bad behaviors but he is happy at the Sanctuary. Rusty has been passed around a bit in his past but is most comfortable in the stability of the Sanctuary. Though he has issues meeting new people he is great with dogs of all sizes and personalities which makes him an awesome addition to the Sanctuary pack. We love our big red quirky guy.
Miss Maggie
Miss Maggie
Miss Maggie
Miss Maggie came to the Sanctuary after being at another shelter for 2 years. She was adopted out many times to different types of homes but was always returned for escaping. It seems Maggie was very selective of where she wanted to stay. When she arrived at the Sanctuary we always monitored her while she was outside. We were waiting for that time she would decide to run. After awhile we started to realize she wasn't even trying to get out. She loves the 6 acre fenced area which is where she loves to hunt things, play in the woods, go frogging in the mud hole, or digging in the dirt chasing moles. Though she has become more social here at the Sanctuary she freaks out and refuses to get in a car to leave with anyone. She has decided this is her home and it's where she never wants to leave. After having her for these last few years we couldn't imagine the Sanctuary without her.
Walter
Miss Maggie
Miss Maggie
Hello, I would like to formally introduce myself. My name is Walter. Yeah I know I'm not a dog, I'm a cat silly. I have been hired on here at the Sanctuary. I have some very important jobs. You see I get to tell everyone when I think a dog would be a good fit in a house with cats. I test them and decide if they pass or fail. I am also in charge of comforting the new cats when they arrive at the Sanctuary. I am a sort of mother hen and take the new ones under my wing. I'm not available for adoption but you may see me in some posts, cause hey I'm a cutie after all.
Arnold
Dave, Head of Security
Dave, Head of Security
Meet Arnold. He is a chonky boy at 200 pounds. Arnold isn't thrilled about his new diet and he will do just about anything for extra treats. He is a bit of an escape artist but doesn't wander too far when he does. The vet says he is around 3 years old.
Meet Arnold. He is a chonky boy at 200 pounds. Arnold isn't thrilled about his new diet and he will do just about anything for extra treats. He is a bit of an escape artist but doesn't wander too far when he does. The vet says he is around 3 years
Dave, Head of Security
Dave, Head of Security
Dave, Head of Security
We met Dave on a rescue run to pick up some dogs. Dave is a real sweet talker and convinced us that even though he is a unique addition that he would find his place, and he has. Dave spends his days loose in the Sanctuary yard monitoring all who come and go. Pull in the drive and Dave will be sure to give his cock-a-doodle-doo to let everyone know you are here. Dave is also head of rodent management in which he works closely with the cats. After a hard days work he retires to his roost in the garage.
Piper and Marco
Dave, Head of Security
Piper and Marco
Piper and Marco are rescue pot bellied pigs. Piper is around 4 years old and Marco is around 2 years old. Piper is a big girl but a sweet one. Marco is timid and shy. They came to us very overweight and are currently working on their figures.
Fund Raisers!
Your cup of coffee can help rescue senior dogs!
Grounds and Hounds is a wonderful company that gives back to homeless animals. The coffee is totally pawesome and just wait til you see the merchandise. Just use the link below and your purchase will help raise much needed funds for the Sanctuary.
My Furry Valentine
Tickets are on sale for the 2023 My Furry Valentine Adoption Event taking place at the Sharonville Convention Center February 18th & 19th! Get your tickets ahead of time and skip the lines. myfurryvalentine.ticketleap.com/mfv2023/
National Shelter Slumber Pawty
The Shelter Slumber Pawty is a peer-to-peer fundraising event for animal shelters. Volunteers will spend 24 hours eating, sleeping and 'pawtying' with residents of the Sanctuary, at the Sanctuary During the Pawty, and the weeks leading up to it, participants raise money and excitement for this unique event. Volunteers will stream the Pawty on their social media giving the public a sneak peek into shelter life while encouraging them to donate to the shelter. Shelters across the country will be pawty-ing with us creating the largest single-day fundraising event for animal welfare! The event takes place from noon on March 25th to noon March 26th
Follow us on Facebook!
Check out what the Sanctuary dogs are up to.
We love our Facebook stalkers. Some days the furrkids just snooze away but other days seem they are running circles around the staff and volunteers. Click the link to see what kind of crazy shenanigans the senior dogs are up to today. Also join our Facebook Volunteer group for the Sanctuary.
Keep updated on your favorite residents and don't forget to share our posts.
Our Wish List
Cleaning Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Bleach, Laundry soap, Dish soap, Lysol Cleaner, Fabuloso Cleaner, Paper towels, Garbage bags (both 13 gallon and 30 gallon)
Office Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Stamps, pens, pencils, note pads, lots and lots of copy paper, ink for our ENVY 5540 printer
Training Supplies
Cleaning Supplies
Medical Donations for Hospice Dogs and Vet Care
Small, good tasting training treats, good leashes and collars are all essential to our mission. Interactive toys and treat toys are also a great way for the dogs to exercise their minds.
Medical Donations for Hospice Dogs and Vet Care
Medical Donations for Hospice Dogs and Vet Care
Medical Donations for Hospice Dogs and Vet Care
As a Sanctuary we take in many animals that would be euthanized by other shelters due to an illness or injury. These animals come in with various medical problems that are costly to treat, however we know they are worth it. You can help us save these animals that would otherwise be forgotten.
Landscaping supplies
Medical Donations for Hospice Dogs and Vet Care
For all pets to be Spay/Neutered
We are always in need of gravel, wood chips and edgers. These items not only make the place look good but they also help some of our dogs who have mobility issues get around.
For all pets to be Spay/Neutered
Medical Donations for Hospice Dogs and Vet Care
For all pets to be Spay/Neutered
Spaying helps prevent uterine infections and breast tumors, which are malignant or cancerous in about 50 percent of dogs and 90 percent of cats. Spaying your pet before her first heat offers the best protection from these diseases. Neutering your male companion prevents testicular cancer and some prostate problems. By spaying and neutering your animals you are also helping to prevent the overpopulation of companion animals. It just makes sense.
Our Amazon Wish List
Our Amazon Wish List
Our Amazon Wish List
Click here for our wish list on Amazon
Our Chewy Wish List
Our Amazon Wish List
Our Amazon Wish List
Check out our wish list with Chewy!
You can also check out our adoptables on
See our adoptables and many more on Adopt A Pet
See our adoptables and many more on Adopt A Pet
See our adoptables and many more on Adopt A Pet
Check out all of the wonderful animals waiting for forever homes!
Visit us and other shelters on Petfinder
See our adoptables and many more on Adopt A Pet
See our adoptables and many more on Adopt A Pet
Visit Petfinder too see lots of adoptables!
Some of Our shelter partners!
Get your Pet Friendly License Plate!
Proceeds from the Pet Friendly plate go directly to spay/neuter Hoosier pets.
Spay Neuter Assistance Program or SNAP is a program for Limited Income pet owners pay $20 per surgery in SNSI's stateide network after meeting eligibility requirements.
NOTE: You must be a resident of the State of Indiana to request a SNAP application. SNSI utilizes veterinarians in surrounding states, but limits the program to Indiana residents.
Low-Cost Spay-Neuter Assistance Program (SNAP) serves Indiana residents with:
- Household income at or below 200% of Federal Poverty guidelines
- Indiana residents that have been accepted in certain needs-based public assistance programs
For more information on the program and to apply please visit www.spayneuterservices.org
Want more info?
The Pet Friendly license plate is $40, with $25 going directly to SNSI. The plate is available online at the BMV's website and at your local BMV locations.
To those we have lost
"Gone from our lives but never our hearts"
To sit with those who truly need you, those that everyone else has forgotten. To grasp their paw and stroke their coat. To talk of silly stories with them as you hide the pain of loss. To calm your hands from shaking and keep breathing through the tears. To hold dear every memory of love as you let them go. Giving them the same dedication they gave to us, without question. Sleep well and run free our furred friends. Til we meet again at Rainbow Bridge.
