Animals Yes! — The Trixie Foundation’s no-kill, care-for-life sanctuary

… Saving just ONE life at a time

Appalachia’s Animal Protection Organization and No-Kill Animal Sanctuary, Animals Yes!

A Safe Haven
in the Kentucky Hills

Animals Yes! is the public face of The Trixie Foundation, a no-kill sanctuary in the Appalachian mountains of Kentucky. We provide lifelong care, rehabilitation, and a second chance for animals in need.

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Randy Skaggs surrounded by sanctuary dogs
Randy Skaggs

Meet Our Founder

Randy Skaggs

Founder, The Trixie Foundation

For more than three decades, Randy has dedicated his life to protecting animals and building a place where they can always have a home. His passion, compassion, and vision continue to make Animals Yes! a safe haven for animals in need.

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Together We Can Make a Difference

Every animal here receives loving care and attention each day. Our people play with them, spend time together, and keep them engaged. They are surrounded by patience, companionship, and lots of love.

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Meet Some of
the Animals
We Call Family.

Meet the incredible animals who call Animals Yes! home. Dogs, cats, and so many other wonderful animals all deserve love, care, and a family.

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Stay Wild at Animals Yes!

Primitive Camping in the Appalachian Hills

Camp surrounded by the wild beauty of Appalachia. Explore wooded trails, dramatic cliffs and a secluded gorge, then settle in for the night surrounded by the Kentucky hills.

  • Primitive Sites
  • Basic Shelters
  • Hiking
  • Fire Pits
  • Wild Scenery
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Wooded stream in the Appalachian hills