Jhettlyn Wolfe — Founder of The Barking Lot
West Texas's Most Loving Animal Sanctuary

Every HeartbeatDeserves a Home

Every abandoned soul deserves a second chance at love.

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Jhettlyn Wolfe — Founder of The Barking Lot

Est. 2019

Where love never gives up

5,000+

Lives Saved

Our Story

It Started With One Dog Left Behind

“I didn't dream this life — I survived it.” Wolfe wiped noses (human and animal), broke up fights over snacks and hay, ran on caffeine and stubbornness, and raised kids who learned compassion before they learned convenience.

What started as one rescue became hundreds. Mud on boots. Zero personal space. And somehow… a whole lot of love. What felt like absolute madness was actually purpose in disguise.

A messy, loud, exhausting, love-soaked life that shaped her kids, saved animals, and changed everything. Over 5,000 lives saved and counting.

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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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

The Barking Lot — Jhettlyn Wolfe's Animal Sanctuary in Big Spring, TX

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