Bristow Barnyard Rescue is asking for the community's help. The rescue is in desperate need of donations to help keep the shelter going. Since establishing the 501C3 non-profit in 2015, Beth Roberts, who owns the rescue, has rescued, rehabilitated and adopted out over 400 animals. It is sad to think where these animals might be if it had not been for Roberts and her love and concern for the animals. Some of the animals came to the shelter on deaths door, others were dumped along side a road, left to fend for themselves and others are just owner's surrenders.
The rescue has responded to all types of case, including neglect and abuse. It has worked with law enforcement to help remove and re-home neglected animals to help give them a chance at a better life. This does not just include the Bristow area but all over the state.
In 2016, the rescue was completely wiped out by a tornado but because of Roberts dedication, she recovered and rebuilt, again giving these animals every chance at a good life. They have pulled over 200 cats and dogs from the Oklahoma City shelter who were on the euthanasia list and found them new homes and saved them from the horrible fate.
In 2020, a family estate made a generous donation to the rescue which led Roberts to build a non-profit, low cost spay and neuter clinic and since that time the clinic has spayed or neutered over 500 animals. This has been an enormous asset to the Bristow community and surrounding areas.
Today, the rescue and clinic is in jeopardy of closing its doors for good if the funds aren't raised by August 1. Currently there are approximately 200 animals that would need to be re-homed within a couple weeks. A miracle is needed. Roberts is asking if anyone has ever believed in her dedication to these animals to please donate so she can continue her life's work providing shelter and homes for these loving fur babies. If you would like to donate, attached are the pay links: cash app is $BristowBarnyard; Venmo is @Beth-Roberts2020; PayPal is https://www.payal.me/BBarnyard or a check can be mailed to Bristow Barnyard Animal Rescue, 39472 W. 201st Street South, Bristow, Oklahoma 74010. Any size of donation is greatly appreciated. The community can not let this rescue, which is needed so terribly in our community, close its doors.