Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary

JERAS is a wonderful nonprofit which runs on a shoestring budget but yet does a much needed work with animals that have been neglected and abused. I have known Catherine Ritlaw for over 45 years and she loves animals but also is a trained vet tech. She provides the best medical care and a nurturing safe environment for them. Please consider a donation as 100% of the monies go for upkeep and care.

I don't know a person that lives for her animals more than Catherine. Not a day goes by where she hasn't at least checked in with us to show us the progress of a new addition to her ranch .. a video of her favorite moments with the horses and the many inhabitants together .. Her devotion to them is beyond love .. i hope you get to experience this wonderful woman's newsletters and pages .. it's a most worthy effort .. ~~

It tells you a lot about Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary, when even wild animals find their way to JERAS knowing they have found a safe haven. Cathrine Ritlow has a magical way with animals and they love her. So do those of us who support her efforts to give comfort, care and love to all who make their way to Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary.

Wonderful charity. Beautiful place for the animals to live safely

I have known Cathy Ritlaw and JERAS for many years. I have always been impressed with the love and care she gives her rescue animals. It’s a blessing for any animal to live out their years with her.

Cathy runs a wonderful sanctuary for "throw away" animals. She is a one-woman grassroots powerhouse and JERAS is a beacon of light in dark times.

I love the work that Catherine does at this rescue/sanctuary. I have even traveled from Colorado to Arizona to visit in person. Her treatment of the animals and her appreciation for beauty is inspiring. I choose my causes carefully, and journey's end ranch and sanctuary is a non-profit very worthy of support!

A wonderful sanctuary for animals! The owner takes great care of all of the animals. Catherine puts her heart and soul into taking care of the rescued animals. I continue to donate through my online sales and photos and updates are always available.

Catherine Ritlaw has devoted her life to the care of abused and neglected animals. She does a wonderful job with the animals in her care. The animals always come first.

Not much to tell about me, personally. I follow JERAS on Facebook and try to be as supportive as I can. I am in awe of what Catherine Ritlaw is doing there.

This sanctuary is very awesome in caring for the burros and horses in their location. Much love

Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary is one of the well known rescues in the Kingman area. Cathy takes wonderful care of all her animals. She is always sending pictures of them, including the bunnies, ravens, road runners, you name it - she cares for all of them. I do so enjoy her newsletter - she has videos on it, and lets everyone know what is going on there. There is a little Burro named Poco - and he basically tells us what's going on too.

Catherine is the most giving, loving and amazing person and does it all herself with a little help from her friends..day in and day out rain or shine. I look forward to her posts everyday to see how her gang is doing and how she is doing. I love her videos when she talks to her burrows and they talk back or sing. She is non stop LOVE.
Thank you Catherine..the world would not be the same without you!

JERAS is the best run sanctuary that I know. Cathy Ritlaw finds the most cost effective methods but never at the risk of an animal’s health.

This is a sanctuary for abused horses and donkeys where they are given love, dignity and respect from a lady who is not well herself. She goes over and above their care even when she has days of illness. All the horses and donkeys are very well taken care of, any problems with their health are taken care of forthwith. If I had to put my horses and donkeys somewhere, this is the only place I would take them as I know they would live their life to the fullest and with the care they deserve

What an excellent rescue. Journey's End gives excellent care to several horses and burros, all done by one remarkable woman, Catherine Ritlaw. She has suffered for years with ill health, but she battles through to give not only the horses and burros such great care, she also takes care of a sheep, a couple of rabbits and very recently a dog that was virtually unadoptable. She's such a kind hearted lady that she also feed the local wildlife. Cathy keeps all her followers up to date with a monthly news letter and daily videos of all the animals under her care and I am a very proud supporter of her sanctuary.

I stumbled upon Journeys End a few years ago via FB. And through Poco's story became a follower/donor. Catherine provides a forever home for seniors, possibly the hardest group to place. With large pastures, special feed and care, these animals get to live out the rest of their lives surrounded by love. Catherine does extensive research to provide the best care possible. Journeys End is on my list of places to visit as soon as I retire!!

Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary does a magnificent job of helping animals that have been abused or discarded. I have seen the huge difference in so many different animals as they have been giving proper food, health care and love. Catherine Ritlaw devotes all her energy, finances, and knowledge to care for these animals no one wanted.

JERAS is an excellent sanctuary. The owner, Catherine Ritlaw, is very knowledgeable about equids, their anatomy, physiology, and the treatments needed to maintain or enhance their lives.

Our organization has worked with JERAS for over five years. We have been to the ranch, seen the condition of the facility and equine in their care. Catherine Ritlaw does a fabulous job of caring for the horses and donkeys at the rescue, does not over extend what they are capable of doing and puts the needs of the rescue first. A true rescue in every sense of the word.

This sanctuary is run single-handedly by a woman who has a deep abiding love for animals.
I have known Cathy for over 50 years and even as a child she cared deeply and rescued animals in an urban environment. Since operating the Sanctuary, she has taken in numerous "lost causes" and has nurtured and cared for them so that they may live out their life in a happy,safe place. She works hard everyday to ensure that all of the animals in her care get the best treatment. She is the best!

This beautiful sanctuary in Arizona is a haven for these beautiful souls. Catherine posts beautiful stories and updates about all the animals and her devotion and love for them is there for all to see. Such a beautiful place.

I have been following Catherine and her work for a few years. The care she gives these rescued animals is the best. The stories she shares about them makes me feel like I really know them. If you have a question she responds quickly sharing her knowledge.

I have been following Cathy and JERAS for about 3 years now. Knowing Cathy's health, I am amazed and encourage by her stamina to keep going. What I have learned seeing how she reacts to situations involving all her animals, coming up with results to solve problems that arise almost every minute of her days. The Love she has for even the little wild critters that hang out around her ranch, as much as she has for the bigger animals. One Amazing Woman

Catherine does such an amazing job, taking extraordinary care of her residents despite her own health challenges. She also thinks outside the box, such as the time she needed to soak a hoof abscess on a horse that is untouchable. She actually dug a shallow hole, lined it with plastic and put the soaking solution in it, so that when the horse was eating he was positioned just right with his hoof in the hole, soaking away! I would have never thought of that! Her daily stories and updates make you feel like you're right there and actually know the horses and burros. I'm from far away MA, but I know those horses' and burros' stories and personalities thanks to Catherine's updates. I donate freely, knowing that my money is going to the sanctuary and not in some middle-man's pockets. She gives these animals a wonderful life of full bellies, healthy bodies, freedom and love - what more could they ask for?

Catherine continues to do a phenomenal job with all her animals, many of them abused and neglected before coming to the ranch. Under her care and expertise, they are able to heal and live their lives with excellent care. Catherine is able to do a lot with a little as far as funds and donations. This nonprofit is a wonderful example of what truly a nonprofit should be.

When you look for a rescue or sanctuary, you look for someone you can Trust. Trust to use your donations wisely, trust to care for the animals in their care and trust to continue making great decisions for the rescue. Catherine Ritlaw and JERAS has my complete Trust. So please donate to Jeras today.

There is something special about this place. The family of animals that live there and those who stop by everyday or once in a while are always welcome....Everyone knows that they can trust Catherine to care for their everyday needs and their special needs....you can stop by via Face Book anytime, and watch a video of any number of family members enjoying their lives, doing what they do, watching the progress of their lives as Catherine helps with their special needs, or just a glimpse into a life unlike your own...I have never been around horses or burros so I watch a lot, it is a small slice of heaven for me...so my suggestion is that you go and visit this wonderful place and support the great work that is done at JERAS.

Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary is in my opinion the Best Animal Sanctuary on the planet. The Director, Catherine Ritlaw, takes care of over 25 animals all day long, all by herself, never complains, feeds, waters, trims hooves, builds shelters, day after day . She is truly an inspiration to all the rest of us who are trying to help animals. She is an Honest person and always just sticks to her job , rain or shine , day after day ~ year after year. If I was an animal who needed rescuing, I would want to go to Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary. Most of her rescued animals truly were at the End of Their Journey, and would have died if they had not been rescued by Catherine Ritlaw, Director of Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary.

Journey's End Ranch has helped our local boy Poco! They do a great job with their burros, horses and all!! So glad they are there to give all their critters the care and love they need!!

Although I have not personally had the pleasure of meeting Cathy and her wonderful four legged animals - I read her newsletter faithfully, and enjoy every video she takes of her babies out at Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary. I am planning on visiting her in the next couple of months as she is local.

J. Torgerson, Kingman, AZ

Just found this sanctuary last week, Cathy takes great care of these animals. She posts lots of pictures and videos, to show how the donations are spent.

I found this place on the INTERNET when a poor defenseless burro was reported injured but when finally captured had a deformity to his rear hoof. Had he not been rescued by caring people, the blm would have SHOT him. Cathy has given him a life deserving any animal in distress.
My hat is off to her and the group because if I was one of these animals, I would be so happy to end up in her care at " Journey's End Ranch! " The love and care is unconditional. They are always making improvements needed for a working rescue ranch. She is one to get the needs of her rescues before herself. I love this place and am eager to read the emails that come from her on the report on each animal, their progress etc. Kudos to Journey's End Ranch!

I have been a supporter of Journey's End Ranch for several years. I am so impressed by Cathy's hard work. Any animal that ends up under Cathy's care is lucky indeed. Her wonderful stories, photos and videos of her animals make it seem as if I know them all. Journey's End Ranch is a magical place!

When I first stumbled upon this website while looking for something totally different last year, I was curious, but was about to click off it. But then I saw Poco! I forgot about my other quest, and dived into the website and fell in love with Poco and the gang. Catherine is one tough, amazing woman who has disabilities of her own, but saves the lives of abused and disabled horses and burros. I just had to start giving to her sanctuary monthly. Love to Cathy and the gang!!!

This a an amazing non profit dedicated to animals. That's the easy part. What you may not know is how the founder of JE, Catherine Ritlaw, is a friend to people too. She has probably saved as many humans as non -humans, but will never tell you as much. Please put your faith and tax deductible donations toward JE and make a difference!

If every Sanctuary was run the way Catherine runs hers it would be such a blessing to all the animals. Catherine gives the utmost care and love to each and every animal at her Sanctuary. Each animal has different needs and each of those needs are given 100%. An unconditional love for the animals is so heart warming. I also am very impressed with the transparency when it comes to this non-profit . Children could learn so much from the care she gives as well as any other person, again it is very heart warming. I could so see a book written about Catherine and Journeys End. Much admiration and respect to Catherine and a huge thank you for allowing me to see such a wonderful Sanctuary at work...

I have known Cathy for a few years and am a monthly donar to JERAS. Her stamina, care and compassion never ceases to amaze me. The rescue work she does for horses and burros who are usually on death's door with illness or in fear of being sent to slaughter is remarkable. I cannot count on one hand how many charities I donate to..but I know when I donate to JERAS...I have no doubt 100% is being used for the animals.

I have been following Journey's end ranch for several years. The animals that are saved that come here is marvelous. They are given a chance at life. If you can't visit them follow them on Facebook and see what a wonderful life saving place this is.

Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary provides a permanent home for many animals that may have been euthanized or slaughtered simply because they had nowhere else to go.

Although Journey's End specializes in horses and burros, they did a wonderful job rehabbing an emotionally damaged dog that was rescued from a hoarder.

I have heard nothing but wonderful things about these people! Well run, and truly care about the animals.

What a great animal group. I have been a donor for a number of years. Catherine is a wonderful animal advocate and always has the best interest of the animals in mind. I am confident that the donations I have made over the years have always been used wisely. I highly, highly recommend JERAS.

I got to know Catherine & her rescues from FB. Everyone of them has improved in every way, i.e. health, happiness, fitness, etc. since she took them in. It truly is a haven for unwanted animals that need a loving home. Her dedication & devotion is matchless! If I were a horse or burro, for sure that's where I'd want to go!!!!!

The work that journeys end does is awesome so many animals have been saved by them truly one of the most exceptional places for equines to go we appreciate everything they do without them so many would be homeless or sent to slaughter

Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary is doing an excellent job of helping take care of animals that are no longer wanted or cared for. This organization has a great group of volunteers who work tirelessly to care for horses and burros that no one else can help. I have donated and followed their efforts. Please consider making a donation. At the very least follow them on Facebook to see what they do.

I have been following the wonderful dedication, love, and care given to the animals at Journey's End Santuary. The little burro that found his way there against all odds, surviving 11 years in the wild despite a major birth defect... Now safe and loved.. Poco...the mighty survivor .. . A home at last... with a little friend Chico, by his side. It is so heartwarming to watch them play, safe and loved. Please watch the videos of the burros and horses happy at play, healthy, well cared for and in good health. Thank you, Catherine for your dedication and kindness and for blessing so many lives.

Its an amazing sanctuary with tons of love for all the animals

I follow and support Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary and hope to visit soon. I have learned so much about saving animals, specifically horses from them. I live in the city but it warms my heart to know there are people like Catherine and places like Journeys End to provide sanctuary for animals in need. Bravo!

I have worked with Catherine over the years and she is a wonderful advocate for all animals of all types....
horses, dogs, cats, goats, you name it. She works tirelessly to make the world a better place. I highly recommend her

I do not know the owner personally, but through another friend on facebook
I found out about JERAS. Catherine (owner) does a wonderful job caring for all of these precious animals, that otherwise might have been tossed aside. I commend her for all of her hard work and dedication. She is truly a beautiful person. Thank you, Catherine. God Bless!!

I absolutely love Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary and have known this awesome place for years now. The care and love is huge and every animal is treated with such tender love. Everything each animal needs is met 100%. Catherine's endless love for these animals is priceless.

I honestly cannot think of a better place for an animal in need to end up finding a home. Catherine is extremely knowledgeable and dedicated. I haven't a clue how she finds the time and energy she has to take such good care of the animals and still keep us all so wonderfully informed of how things are going and all the animals are doing at JERAS. Ten men would have a hard time keeping up.

I've followed Jeras for years now, and am amazed at the work they do for wild horses and burros! These animals are all about heritage and need to be saved.!!! Even though it's a tough and almost thankless job, they jump to the pump! The animals need them! Keep it up!!! :)

We give a small donation every month to help JERAS because we feel that they do animals good. Cathy takes in animals that people have thrown away and makes them well, for whatever time they have left on this earth.
Cathy works ENDLESSLY networking not only to find dogs and horses homes, she fights for the animals that aren't hers! I have learned so much from reading her posts.
The world needs MORE people like Cathy!

I only know this rescue from the facebook page and their newsletters. I donate to them when I can, as they fulfill a need in our society which is often overlooked.

This rescue is wonderful, they are what every single rescue and every animal loving person should be. They far exceed their dedication to each and every animal. Thank God for rescues like this.

Journey's End does an excellent job! They understand the physical and emotional needs of the animals in their care and meet those needs, with plenty of love and understanding!

animals are well taken care of, area is spacious and well cared for. I would recommend this sanctuary to anyone!

Journeys End has always been a safe reliable sanctuary for animals in need and not wanted. I have never known of any issues with the sanctuary and they work extremely hard to ensure the safety and care of the animals in their care

With a small budget, Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary does great work. They save animals that most other sanctuaries don't take and give them the life they deserve.

It is an amazing feat of true love at Journeys End Rand and Sanctuary. All types of animals with a wide variety of problems from neglect to abuse so severe it makes some animals unwanted at other facilities have been rescued and rehabilitated st JERAS. Something as simple as a thyroid problem/fear of abusive people that do unimaginable things to defenseless animals. Cathy opens her heart and soul to injured animals be it physical ,emotional, or mental and lets them know they have a safe healthy life with her without fear or pain. She is the most wonderful person I have the honor of knowing. I will help her in any way I can, above and beyond our monthly contributions. Her love for these animals is over flowing and I believe blessed by God.

jeras is the best , they save many awanted horses and horses that's hard to place, id recommend everyone to contact them if you need help or have a question about horses.

Catherine Ritlaw does a tremendous job of rescuing and caring for the horses, dogs and burros at her sanctuary. She does all this work alone and therefore puts in very long hours. Her photos and videos of the animals show many "happy" faces. These animals are healthy and impecably groomed. We need more people like Catherine who cares so much for the animals. She also puts in many hours on the internet promoting rescues by networking with other people with the same mission. It is an honor to be a donor.

Catherine Ritlaw does an awesome job of taking care of numerous rescued horses, burros, dogs and a pot belly pig rescued from wandering around in the middle of the desert. There is no better Animal Rescue Sanctuary in America.

As a horse lover and animal lover, I am so impressed with the operation of the Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary. The dedication and care is tremendous and really is a symbol of total devotion and patience. If you look at some of the videos, it is amazing to see how the animals live in such a clean and well maintained location. I understand how difficult it is to manicure all of these animals, and how much time is spent just getting them fed and watered. I say, Bravo, to Cathy. I would trust her with any of my animals anyway. Lynne

I met Catherine Ritlaw about two years ago when she rescued Carson from a CA. Shelter. I have been following her rescue and Carson since then. Catherine runs Journeys End Ranch Animal Sancutary all by herself and yet manages to take excellant care of the horses,dogs,pig--yes a pig, burros and others. I am very proud to donate to this rescue and to know Catherine. She also will post dogs and try to find rescue for them. I have recieved pictures and updates on Carsons, Honey and the others.
This is just an awesome rescue!!!!!!
Barbara Mansfield

I have known Catherine Ritlaw for just a few years but in the time that I have known her I have come to admire her immensly for the endless work that she does to help animals in need but her devotion to find loving homes for countless dogs, horses or any animals that that needs help.

There isn't a day that goes by that I don't see her promoting pictures of animals on her Face Book page.

She has taken in some of the worst cases of animal neglect and turned them around with love and her knowledge of medicine. I am truly amazed what this one woman can do for so many.

Cathy is a true caring and compassionate woman.

I met Cathy on FB and have spoken to her numerous times on the phone. I am honored to have such a lovely, cherished friend! If you haven't read her BIO, please do! Cathy is one-in-a-trillion...very rare that you find a permanently disabled individual with all the many disabilities Cathy has who would even consider taking on ONE rescue. Yet, Cathy thinks nothing of helping all the rescued horses, dogs, burrors and, yes, a pig (I probably missed a species!). All of these animals are 'special needs' animals and she gives her knowledge as a registered holistic Vet Tech to administer whatever is needed to lovingly nurture them back to health and MAINTAIN their health. All you have to do is watch her videos and you can see how happy and healthy all of Cathy's 'Gang' is today as opposed to when they first came to her sanctuary (JERAS) to live out the rest of their days...happy, healthy and FREE...well, free from the atrocities of the BLM. Cathy loves her rescued wild mustangs, but even all that she does for her beloved wild horses, to her they are not really 'FREE' in the true sense of the word. Cathy even mentions this in one of her videos...

I know Cathy by meeting her through Facebook and talkingon the phone. I am so impressed with her ability to get things done and on her own. She is an amazing and interesting person and I wish I coul do more, but can't. So donating is all I can do and help finding others to help finacialy as well. Thank You

I have known Catherine Ritlaw a few years now,  finding her on Twitter and then through FB we have become great friends. She herself has chemical sensitivities so when she is around other people she must wear a respirator, although this does not interfere with her abilities to take care of all the animals at  "Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary" located on Kingman, Az.  Catherine who is a Vet tech and from fighting her illness is full of great ideas and remedies for curing all sorts of ailments for the animals entrusted to her care... J.E.R.A.S. takes in the most deserving and difficult animals, such as older animals, abused animals and health issue prone animals.  The knowledge that Catherine has is sooo helpful and broad, she is one of the first people I  turn to for help with our animals along with our Vet. When Catherine isn't busy with all the efforts it takes to take care of so many animals , she is online networking to help save other animals.. My family have our own "private" rescue and through help from Catherine we have brought in 5 wild horses and two Pomeranians' to our home.  Catherine works tirelessly to help save animals through her networking and literally is the reason that many many  animals now have a forever home... If you want to give to a worthy cause you cannot go wrong by giving here, as all money donated goes towards the care of the animals at J.E.R.A.S.  Everything is open and shared that happens at the sanctuary through their web page:  http://www.jersanctuary.org/  Check out Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary and see what true selfless love really is!!   Thanks for reading my review... :)

I 'met' Cathy on a social networking site just over a year ago. Immediately, I was overcome and thoroughly impressed by Cathy's ruthless determination to make sure that all animals - not only those in her care but all over the world - are treated with the love, care, kindness and empathy that they deserve. Not only does Cathy work tirelessly with all the animals at JERAS but spends hours networking animals needing new homes, animals who are being abused, etc and doing her absolute best to ensure that they get what they want. I'm not convinced she ever sleeps! After knowing Cathy for a couple of months, I could tell that this was no flash-in-the-pan lady who did things on a whim then got bored after a couple of months but one with a gutsy determination for all the animals of the world and decided to set up a regular, monthly donation. So on top of everything else that she does, Cathy then spends more hours that she hasn't got, sending out monthly newsletters to supporters to let them know what is going on at JERAS - and these newsletters are never short, I can assure you! I am very, VERY proud to be a regular donator to JERAS from far away in Scotland and the newsletters and Facebook page keep me so very well informed that sometimes I actually feel like I'm there! The animals, who many have had very hard lives before going to JERAS, all look happy, healthy and well fed - all of which is a true testament to Cathy's hard work. I'm sure that the animals at JERAS are very grateful to everything that Cathy does for them - even though she possibly doesn't feel like they do sometimes - and I for one, am happy to continue to support her wonderful work across the pond. Not only have I found, through my love of animals, a fellow advocate and someone who I admire immensely but a true friend for always. Thank you Cathy for being exactly who you are :-)

I only recently became aware of JERAS through Best Friends Animal Sanctuary as I was looking for someone to talk to about mustangs. Best Friends referred me to Catherine and I contacted her. I was very impressed and delighted with her website. She responded to my contact and spent a very generous and pleasant time on the phone with me. I am writing a paper about mustangs and it entailed shadowing a person and a detailed in person interview. Catherine has health problems that precluded that kind of contact but she referred me to several other possibilities. I am following the work she does with JERAS and it makes my heart happy.

Not only does Cathy run her animal sanctuary nearly single-handedly, she also spends countless hours on the internet campaigning worldwide for abused and homeless animals and networks for the reunification of lost or stolen pets. Cathy is a one of a kind individual who tirelessly tries to educate the public upon the mistreatment of all animals within all spheres of human and animal interplay. This I think is one of the most important aspects of Cathy's work as without the general knowledge of what is truly happening within this aforementioned context, there will be no changes to issues that could and should be rectified. I thank Cathy for educating me into becoming a more aware human being and animal advocate.

We have been involved with JERAS for a short time (approx. 12 months), and have been very impressed with the way this sanctuary is managed and the philosophy of caring for each animal as it comes to it. We are approached by numerous organisations around the world to contribute horse feed or donations. Unfortunately it is very difficult to be involved in all of the requests and we select a small number we deem worthwhile in their management, background and long term aspirations for the program. JERAS fits wonderfully with our company in these aspects. We are proud to have a small part in the feeding of these animals - yet more donations and companies need to be made aware of the amazing, life altering things they are doing. A tremendously worthwhile charity and nonprofit sanctuary to be involved in.

I first became aware of JERAS this year when a friend of mine shared the amazing work Catherine does with at risk animals by pointing me to her Facebook page. I check the JERAS page daily because of the amazing animal stories, pictures and important information Catherine posts throughout each day. I find myself inspired to share stories and network animals in need of rescue because of her tireless dedication and energy. Catherine efficiently manages all donations she receives, successfully finds homes for animals and effectively uses the media. She is incredibly loving and obviously cares for each and every one of her animals which can be seen by viewing any of the videos she posts on the JERAS page. I hope one day I can offer the same help, kindness and love to as many animals in need as Catherine does.

I have been a Journey's End Ranch Animal Sanctuary supporter for some time and follow the news from JERAS via Facebook and newsletters. I personally know Catherine and can attest to her dedication to caring for all the animals at the sanctuary in a manner which facilitates their healing and happiness. In addition to providing a home to 30 rescued animals, JERAS tirelessly advocates for and networks other animals at risk.

I first became aware of JOURNEYS END RANCH ANIMAL SANCTUARY in 2010 when I was living in New Mexico. I found Catherine and her Sanctuary through a Facebook posting of someone trying to save a senior dog. Being in the SW I immediately became interested, I have become so educated to animal abuse and neglect through Catherine. She is the "voice of the voiceless". This is a one woman show, she does it all: caring for the animals in her care, homing and networking for abandoned and abused animals, setting up donation drives for her rescue, all while suffering from her own medical issues. Catherine never puts herself first, her life is the animals. Any and all donations make a large impact to help her care and save animals in distress. I would ask anyone who has a little extra to consider supporting her. If everyone of my Facebook friends gave just $1.00 per month it would make a large difference. I will always keep Catherine and JOURNEYS END RANCH ANIMAL SANCTUARY as one of my donations as long as I am able. She makes a difference. Having had a career as a Vet Tech, Catherine's animals are very fortunate to have her. This woman gives so much of herself, I am honored to know her. Joyce Sbarbaro

My first experience with Journey's End was to transport a dog named "Tucker" from one of the dog pounds to the sanctuary. Journey's End is way out on a dirt road, and as I drove up I wasn't sure what I was getting into. But Cathy came running out to greet me and Tucker. It was the middle of the hot summer, and Tucker had an ear infection and was filthy. Cathy gave him a cool soapy bath as she assessed what he was going to need. She had a little bed and isolation area all prepared for him. She gave me a tour of her rescue, and I was quickly won over by the amount of care and love that each of her animals receives. She interacts daily with each and every animal, and you can tell by the way they respond to her when she is nearby. It warmed my heart to be at her ranch. Since then, this has been my favorite local rescue. Cathy is GREAT with using media and Facebook. I was able to keep tabs on Tucker because she posted updates with photo and video on his progress....I watched him digging in mud, romping with another hound, and running, playing, and smiling. I watched Tucker transform from a flat, irresponsive dog into a playful, loving guy with a sparkle in his eye. Tucker has since gone on to a forever home. Cathy has a small list of volunteers and she knows how to delegate tasks efficiently to get alot of work done, although she herself works from sunrise to sunset for the welfare of her animals. I love Journey's End. This is how it is supposed to be.

Journey's End Ranch (JERAS) is run by an amazing woman, Catherine Ritlaw. She is smart, resourceful, experienced, multi-talented, inquisitive to new approaches and ideas, caring, dedicated and she can pinch a penny until it squeaks in a very good way. Catherine is devoted to the older animals, to the abused, the abandoned, to the wild ones, the lost causes and she works tirelessly to care for those at JERAS while also spending a lot of time helping other rescues and animals at risk, in the pipeline, still in need. I have known her for a few years and I have seen her make miracles happen for the ones she's rescued as well as others where she has had a hand, a big hand in many cases, in getting them safe and helping them become healthy. This woman is truly an angel for animals, a driven spirit put here to do good for the innocent souls who desperately need help and love. When you contribute to JERAS you should know that every penny will go for the animals and in the smartest way possible so as to maximize the impact. JERAS is home to several wild horses and burros which have been abused, injured, abandoned by the humans. Several senior dogs also live at JERAS, dogs which were on euthanasia lists, set to die within days or hours but who saved by Catherine's hard work to get them saved and transported to sanctuary. A few "oddfellows" live with these redeemed and now loved souls, also rescues, a potbellied pig and a ram. With Catherine's prior career as a vet tech, she is well qualified to care for all of the animals with great expertise and smart application of all the latest available information as she strives to keep learning. I am also extremely impressed with Catherine's great and successful work in fund raising, winning grants, putting together a great board of directors, her great outreach via social media and though her regularly published interesting and engaging newsletters. I hope you will seriously consider donating to JERAS so the good works there can go on and be expanded. You will not be sorry - just check out JERAS and you will see for yourself!

I happily met Cathy about 5 years ago -to say that she is an amazing person is an understatement-I dont know of anyone who works as hard and is as tireleessly committed to her animals as Cathy-she has great physical challenges and works alone mostly -anyone who knows what she does would be aa admirer-as am I and she really deserves and needs all the help she can get-sincerely Carol Dow

Cathy Ritlaw has created the most wonderful sanctuary for terribly abused animals most of whom are at the end of their lives. Abused horses, burros and dogs that are lucky to find their way to this healing place will be treated with respect and love for the rest of their lives but I know it isn't easy. Cathy spends entire days caring for and helping animals of all kinds through social networking efforts and stepping in to help personally when all hope seems to be lost for these fur babies. She is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to veterinary and holistic care for the animals and has a great network of friends and advisors who are happy to donate their time and energy to help with her efforts. This is one of the most deserving rescue organizations I have ever encountered and fully support their efforts to help animals close to home and all over the country through networking and other means. They also address the growing problem of elderly animals that are abandoned or dumped into shelters by owners who do not want to deal with the medical and/or psychological needs of older animals. Her sanctuary should serve as inspiration for other rescuers who want to help elderly, abused animals in their community. I hope your organization will honor Cathy Ritlaw and the Journeys End Ranch Animal Sanctuary with spot on your 2012 Top Rated list to help her continue the incredible work she is doing as well as help so many animals in need.