A haven for the abandoned and unwanted

Dr. Carlos Arreola established the sanctuary in 1999 as a home for burros targeted for eradication from their Grand Canyon home. Soon after the sanctuary opened its doors, an expanded mission of helping animals in distressed situations was undertaken.

Animal guests have their care and comfort needs met in this no-kill, non-profit sanctuary. The facility has temperature-controlled housing, clinic, a peaceful cemetery and is set in an area of natural beauty surrounded by Little Woman Pond, enchanting woods and footpaths through the leaf-covered grounds. An art gallery and gift shop featuring animal-themed items allows visitors a chance to take a bit of the atmosphere home with them while helping our work here.

Dr. Arreola, founder of Little Woman Home for Animals, remains chief caregiver and hero to his animal guests, assisted by a small but dedicated group of capable volunteers helping carry on the mission. He is a retired Veterans Administration Counselor and Vietnam Combat-Wounded Veteran. After Vietnam, his focus shifted to rescuing animals and wildlife. The name "Little Woman" came from a precious Chihuahua rescued over 35 years ago from an abusive situation, the first of so many animals cared for over the years. And the rest, as they say, is history.

Dr. Carlos Arreola established the sanctuary in 1999 as a home for burros targeted for eradication from their Grand Canyon home. Soon after the sanctuary opened its doors, an expanded mission of helping animals in distressed situations was undertaken.

Animal guests have their care and comfort needs met in this no-kill, non-profit sanctuary. The facility has temperature-controlled housing, clinic, a peaceful cemetery and is set in an area of natural beauty surrounded by Little Woman Pond, enchanting woods and footpaths through the leaf-covered grounds. An art gallery and gift shop featuring animal-themed items allows visitors a chance to take a bit of the atmosphere home with them while helping our work here.

Dr. Arreola, founder of Little Woman Home for Animals, remains chief caregiver and hero to his animal guests, assisted by a small but dedicated group of capable volunteers helping carry on the mission. He is a retired Veterans Administration Counselor and Vietnam Combat-Wounded Veteran. After Vietnam, his focus shifted to rescuing animals and wildlife. The name "Little Woman" came from a precious Chihuahua rescued over 35 years ago from an abusive situation, the first of so many animals cared for over the years. And the rest, as they say, is history.