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Rick Steves, the well-known travel expert and host of Rick Steves' Europe, is primarily recognized for his expertise in travel, particularly in Europe. While his main focus is on helping travelers explore the cultural and historical richness of European destinations,  Steves often integrates his love of animals, particularly dogs, into his travel philosophy and his show. He believes that animals are an important part of the local culture and can provide unique insights into the places he visits.

For over two decades, photographer Mark Luinenburg (Luinenburg Photography) has donated his time and talent to helping the animals of Home for Life sanctuary through his soulful, peerless portraits of our cats and dogs.

They call her the miracle cat…now. Yet miracles don’t just happen in an instant. Rue’s incredible survival required a series of interventions, initiated by Home for Life® Animal Sanctuary. Our willingness to step up for Rue in the face of several unknowns—the severity of her injuries, the potential cost to help her, and even if she could recover ever—and our commitment to her long-term welfare created the possibility of a future for this small, battered cat.

This video about Home for Life® from the BBC is a succinct summary of the sanctuary's mission and vision, and the unique role we fill in the animal welfare world. Amazing Humans: Giving disabled strays a home | The woman who's dedicated her life to saving animals on death row.

A long held wish come true, thanks to supporter Christine who has created our first online store! and just in time for the holidays.

Check it out here:

Home for Life Online Store

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Above: This little buff

We have had a peaceful, yet fun summer at the sanctuary, and with the abundant rain, everything has been green and beautiful.

Photographer Mark Luinenburg has made it out twice to Home for Life®, and captured the beauty of the season and enjoyment the animals have in being outside this time of year.