About Big River Animal Society
Our Mission
The overall mission of Big River Animal Society is to save the lives of homeless animals, particularly those forsaken, abused and broken in body and spirit by offering immediate shelter, compassionate care and rehabilitation in a safe environment.
Our Pledge
We pledge to reduce the number of animals killed each year in shelters by providing wellness and rehabilitation, owner retention support, promoting responsible spay/neuter and offering educational opportunities throughout our community.
Our Purpose
The creation of a safe haven or sanctuary in a rural, natural environment to provide temporary or permanent refuge and healing to animals in need.
Our Fundamental Principals
Respect for Life
Practicing, promoting and teaching love, kindness and respect toward nature and all living creatures.
Commitment
Providing the best care and quality of life for the animals in our charge.
Harmony
Bringing people and animals together to enrich each other’s lives, in addition to providing therapeutic “healing connection” programs.
Responsibility
Providing life-saving, low-cost spay/neuter and micro-chipping for pets.
Education
Providing animal-centered educational programs to raise awareness and teach our youth the importance of animal welfare and kindness.
Awareness
Staying abreast of animal welfare issues and advocating for positive changes.
Integrity
Continuing to learn and practice methods that will allow us to one day operate our sanctuary and its programs successfully while respecting our environment.
Big River Animal Society, Inc. is a 501c3 charitable organization in good standing with the IRS and the State of Mississippi.