Giving Abused Farm Animals A Loving Home

A peaceful sanctuary in Englewood, Florida

A woman crouching and gently hugging a donkey near a green bush background.

A woman with blonde hair, wearing black, kneeling next to a large pig and posing with her hand on its back, in a lush, green outdoor setting with palm leaves.

Hi, I’m Iris.

My rescue journey started 33 years ago with Novell the donkey in Germany. I felt sorry for him because he was standing alone in the snow with no food or shelter. I decided to take him home.

Since moving to the U.S., I started a Fandango Sanctuary that has grown into a safe haven for over 100 animals—chickens, horses, pigs, cats, dogs, turkeys, cows, and goats—all given the love and care they deserve!