Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary

Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary is located in Erie, Colorado. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal sanctuary dedicated to abused and neglected farmed animals. Cows, pigs, turkeys, chickens, horses, goats, donkeys, sheep, and ducks are among the rescued residents.

The Story of Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary

Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary opened in August 2015 after founders Shaleen and Shilpi Shahs realized that farm animals needed a safe place.

The Shahs started their mission to provide a shelter for rescued farmed animals with a horse named Jale (pronounced Haalee) who had been neglected.

They got a call about a pregnant mare at an auction after saving Jale. When the Shahs arrived at the sale, they saw not only horses but also a variety of suffering agricultural animals in need of assistance. As a result of this, the Shahs got inspired to establish a sanctuary for farmed animals.

As the number of animals at Luvin Arms grew, so did the number of people needed to care for them.

Dedicated community members have offered their time and talents to help Luvin Arms and its inhabitants thrive since the outset.

Meet Our Residents

  Chickens   

Chickens are sweet and intelligent birds who have their own distinct and unique personalities.  

    Cows  

Cows are sensitive, intelligent, and social individuals. They enjoy affection and playing together.  

   Sheep  

Sheep are gentle, sensitive animals who are emotionally complex and highly intelligent.    

   Turkeys 

Many turkeys greatly enjoy being pet and cuddled by humans and can form strong bonds with humans.

DUCKS

    Ducks are highly intelligent and emotional creatures. They can understand commands, play with toys, and beg for snuggles.     

   GOATS 

  Goats are very intelligent and curious animals. They are sociable and love to play and snuggle. You may even catch them wearing a sweater.  

   HORSES  

   Horses require the company of other horses to be happy and healthy. They form strong pair-bond relationships that can last a lifetime.      

 PIGS

  Pigs are extremely intelligent animals. They love sharing affection with each other and will even cuddle!  

Our Mission

We provide outstanding lifetime social, emotional, and cognitive care to rescued farmed animals, and we advocate for those who haven't been saved by sharing our residents' experiences to inspire, educate, and encourage others to live more compassionate and sustainable lives.  

Our Vision

Create a sanctuary of inspiration and connection where people are empowered to create change that leads to more compassionate choices for themselves, for the planet and justice for all beings.  

Luvin Arms Animal Sanctuary 

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