West Texas's Most Loving Animal Sanctuary

Every HeartbeatDeserves a Home

Every abandoned soul deserves a second chance at love.

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Est. 2019

Where love never gives up

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Lives Saved

Our Story

It Started With One Dog Left Behind

In the summer of 2019, Wolfe found a dog tied to a fence post in 104-degree heat. No water. No shade. Just a frayed rope and eyes that had stopped hoping.

That dog—now named Phoenix—became the first of hundreds. What started in a backyard with borrowed kennels has grown into West Texas's largest no-kill sanctuary.

We don't just rescue animals. We rebuild their faith in humanity. One gentle touch, one patient day, one unconditional love at a time.

501(c)(3) Nonprofit
4.9/5 Google Rating
24/7 Emergency Care
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The Impact of Your Love

Every donation, every volunteer hour, every shared post—it all adds up to lives saved.

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Souls Searching for Home

Behind every face is a story of survival. They've already proven they're fighters. Now they're looking for someone to love.

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Hope

Golden Retriever Mix3 years

Found wandering highway 349 during a thunderstorm, Hope had given up. She lay in the rain, waiting for the end. Today, she greets every visitor with the same tail wag that saved her life.

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Sergeant

German Shepherd5 years

A retired military dog whose handler never came home. Sergeant waited at the base gate for 47 days before someone found him. He still stands at attention when he hears the national anthem.

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Miracle

Pit Bull Mix2 years

Pulled from a fighting ring with 47 scars on her body, Miracle has never shown aggression toward any living thing. She curls up with kittens and has become our unofficial therapy dog.

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Happy Endings

Their Stories, Your Heart

These aren't just adoptions. They're the moments that remind us why we do this.

Charlie was found in a dumpster on Christmas Eve. Today, he sleeps at the foot of our daughter's bed. She calls him her guardian angel.
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Charlie

Adopted by The Martinez Family

December 2024

They Can't Wait Another Day

Right now, 12 animals need emergency medical care.

A broken leg. An infected wound. A puppy who won't survive the night without surgery. Your donation isn't charity—it's the difference between life and death.

100% of donations go directly to animal care. We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

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Come Meet Your New Best Friend

There's no pressure to adopt. Come walk with a dog, pet a cat, or just hang out. Sometimes the right match finds you.

Location

401 Young St
Big Spring, TX 79720

Hours

Tuesday - Sunday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Monday: Closed (for cleaning)

Contact

(432) 232-9884
info@barkinglot.org

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