ABOUT US
Harmony New Beginnings Animal Rescue (HNBAR)
HNBAR was founded in 2006 when a tragic accident took the life of a man who had several horses. His widow was not involved with the animals, so she didn't know what to do. When Joy learned of this she just knew in her heart that it was her calling to step in and help this woman and the animals that were left behind. The calls to help animals didn't stop after that, so on August 3, 2011 HNBAR became an official 501c3 Animal Rescue.
HNBAR is run entirely by volunteers, and funding comes from the community or grants. The rescue focuses on taking in horses, livestock or other domestic animals that have been neglected or abused. The animals are provided with veterinary care, proper nutrition and given a chance to have proper socialization with humans so that they can be placed in loving, safe forever homes.
HNBAR was founded in 2006 when a tragic accident took the life of a man who had several horses. His widow was not involved with the animals, so she didn't know what to do. When Joy learned of this she just knew in her heart that it was her calling to step in and help this woman and the animals that were left behind. The calls to help animals didn't stop after that, so on August 3, 2011 HNBAR became an official 501c3 Animal Rescue.
HNBAR is run entirely by volunteers, and funding comes from the community or grants. The rescue focuses on taking in horses, livestock or other domestic animals that have been neglected or abused. The animals are provided with veterinary care, proper nutrition and given a chance to have proper socialization with humans so that they can be placed in loving, safe forever homes.
At Harmony New Beginnings, we believe that healing can be found through animal therapy. We know that animals can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, ease loneliness, encourage exercise and playfulness, and even improve your cardiovascular health. Caring for an animal can help children grow up more secure and active. Pets also provide valuable companionship for older adults. Perhaps most importantly, though, a pet can add real joy and unconditional love to your life. |
The compassion we build in our children today will help ensure a future for the animals. |
Animals come into HNBAR through owner surrender, law enforcement personnel, community referrals and from local auctions.
HNBAR also assists animals that have homes, but are in need to find a new one by helping the owners advertise and network. We also help animals find homes that are in kill pens or other shelters/rescues. HNBAR will assist owners in screening prospective homes to help make good matches that will save animals from going to auction or becoming at risk for neglect.
HNBAR has helped rescue over 700 animals since being founded and we hope that with your help we can continue to increase that number!
HNBAR also assists animals that have homes, but are in need to find a new one by helping the owners advertise and network. We also help animals find homes that are in kill pens or other shelters/rescues. HNBAR will assist owners in screening prospective homes to help make good matches that will save animals from going to auction or becoming at risk for neglect.
HNBAR has helped rescue over 700 animals since being founded and we hope that with your help we can continue to increase that number!
THE FOUNDERS
Joy Laudahl is the Founder of HNBAR. She has a B.S. Degree in Sociology from O.S.U. and is trained in animal body scoring, emergency response, and is certified in large animal rescue.
David Laudahl is Joy's husband and Co-Founder of HNBAR. David does a lot of the heavy lifting at the rescue. David is also the Co-Owner of First Op Manufacturing in Salem Oregon.
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Veterinary services provided in part by: South Fork Veterinary services The Pet Clinic of Salem Cascadia Equine Veterinary Clinic Newberg Veterinary hospital |