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Our team

Pasado's Safe Haven has a small but mighty team of dedicated individuals who are working toward a mission to end animal cruelty.

THE TEAM BEHIND OUR MISSION

From caring for our sanctuary residents to supporting all our vital program work, our staff puts their knowledge, passion and experience to work every day for the animals. Interested in joining our growing team? We have job openings from time to time across a range of skill sets, learn more here.

leadership

Brenna Anderst

Education & Advocacy Director

WHY I FIGHT FOR ANIMALS:

Because it is our responsibility to be a voice for the most vulnerable, human and nonhuman.

Brian Davidson, DVM, MPH

Veterinary Medical Director

WHY I FIGHT FOR ANIMALS:

To stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves, to decrease suffering, and to help create a more compassionate world.

Cynthia Wang

Executive Director

Favorite Moment with an Animal:

Bringing my kitty home from the shelter and watching him slowly give us his trust, realizing he is safe with us forever.

Dan Friske

Facilities Director

BEST ANIMAL MOMENT:

When Nautia, a 2-legged rescue dog, was put in a wheeled cart so she could play in newly fallen snow. She was so happy.

Kirsten Gregory, J.D., LL.M.

Director of Animal Cruelty Response & Prevention

WHY I FIGHT FOR ANIMALS:

All animals deserve compassionate care, health, and happiness. When they are victims of cruelty or neglect, they also deserve justice.

Lauren Rigert

Development Director

FAVORITE PLACE ON THE SANCTUARY:

Communing with the sheep and goats and giving them well received back scratches.

Shaunessy Jones

Director of Pet Services

WHY I FIGHT FOR ANIMALS:

Because I believe every animal deserves to live a life without cruelty, neglect, or abuse.

Sheila Lee

Senior Director of Finance & Operations

BEST ANIMAL MOMENT:

Celebrating Journey's birthday in the new cow barn was a special time!

Stephanie Perciful

Sanctuary Director

BEST ANIMAL MOMENT:

Every time I see an animal let go of their past and know that they will no longer be scared, hungry or unloved.

Director of Investigations & Rescue Operations

WHY I FIGHT FOR ANIMALS:

Passing through our gate with a victim animal; I promise them never again will you be abused, neglected, scared or cold.