TAOS works to improve the quality of life for animals by:



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Establishing standards for animal care and organizational excellence and accrediting those facilities that qualify.



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Providing support and consultation to member sanctuaries, advice to those considering applying for accreditation, and guidance to individuals who wish to start sanctuaries.



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Facilitating the rescue of wild, exotic, farmed, and companion animals and their transfer to reputable facilities.



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Educating the public about the causes and conditions of displaced animals, encouraging more respectful relations between humans and other animals, and advocating for regulatory and policy changes that will better protect them.



TAOS was founded in 1992 as a not-for-profit organization to assist sanctuaries in providing quality rescue and care for displaced animals. We accredit superior sanctuaries for wild, farmed, and companion animals. We work to improve the quality of life of sanctuary animals and to be a voice for change in the attitudes that lead to the need for sanctuaries.