TRIBUTARY

ASKA’S ANIMALS FOUNDATION

ASKA’S ANIMALS FOUNDATION

TRIBUTARY

ASKA’S ANIMALS FOUNDATION

Where puppies play, pigs fly, and the sky is the limit.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Aska’s Animal is growing alongside the increasing need for animal shelter support. In 2023, we welcomed a full-time employee committed to our canine behavior program. In 2024, we welcomed a full-time employee dedicated to nonprofit advancement. With the enthusiasm and support of our Board of Directors and volunteer team, we are ready to expand. Aska’s Animals is actively pursuing private donations, grants, and fundraising opportunities to help us provide compassionate support for animals, pet owners, and shelters in Teton Valley.

FIVE YEAR PLAN

Given the current landscape of animal rescue and the increasing requests for support from regional shelters, by 2029, the Aska’s Animals Team needs a larger structure to continue filling the gap between animal shelter and permanent rescue by housing homeless animals during their most vulnerable growth periods. Fortunately, Aska Langman, the Founder and Board President, owns the 50 acres of land that houses Aska’s Animals. With the right funding, there is abundant space to build a barn that accommodates a larger number of animals as well as offices for our growing team.

THE NUMBERS SAY IT ALL

Since inception in 2021, Aska’s Animals has housed…

343

Dogs & Puppies

Pigs

Horses

Goats

45+

Chickens

WHAT IS HAPPENING ON THE FARM?

Providing a progressive environment for animals through rehabilitation, adoption, education, and community outreach and filling the critical gap between shelter and permanent rescue.

PUPPY PALACES

Between 2021 and 2022, we constructed three Puppy Palaces, which have become the cornerstone of our non-profit. These innovative spaces not only address the immediate needs of puppies born in regional shelters but also contribute to our long-term goal of reducing the number of animals requiring rehoming or sanctuary care. Providing a stress-free environment with professional care, we offer early puppyhood development to reduce the likelihood of them entering the shelter system later in life. Our facilities can accommodate one to three litters, ranging from 5 to 35 puppies, for a typical care duration of two to eight weeks.

BEHAVIOR PROGRAM

In May 2023, a full-time Canine Behavior Specialist was hired at Aska’s Animals to prevent behavioral issues leading to shelter entries. Since then, 150 local dog owners received 1:1 Private Canine Behavior Support, 70 attended in-person and virtual Canine Behavior Workshops, 35 puppies graduated from Puppy Preschool in collaboration with the Animal Adoption Center, and support was provided to 25 behavior cases in regional shelters. We also added 9 free online canine behavior classes to our website. The program’s success depends on dedicated donors – thank you for enabling this full-time position!

SPAY/NEUTER & VET VISITS

A crucial aspect of animal rescue is vaccination and spay/neuter. Until now, Aska’s Animals has depended on regional partners to finance these requirements, but with our expansion, our goal is complete vaccinations and spay/neuter procedures while the animals are in our care. The animals will recover from surgery in the sanctuary, and our partnering rescues and shelters will be more inclined to accept them into their programs. For both the animals and the people involved in placing them in suitable homes, the process will be quicker and smoother.

FACILITY EXPANSION

As Aska’s Animals expands, we currently require additional facilities before constructing our ideal barn. Securing a rented house on the property offers a versatile solution, serving as office space, a community workshop venue, and additional canine accommodations, meeting various needs until our dedicated space is realized. A finally… a working toilet for staff, volunteers and supporters. If you’ve visited the farm, you’ve probably experienced our not-so-glamorous port-a-potty.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Help us help them.

THE BARNYARD

The Barnyard Sponsorship is the embodiment of Aska’s Animals Foundation, reflecting the adaptability of our team to address diverse animal-related situations. Whether it’s rescuing a pig in a shelter system, taking in an unexpected litter of puppies, caring for incubator kittens, feeding goats, or ensuring the happiness of chickens, our sponsors play a crucial role. In return, sponsors enjoy benefits such as name/logo recognition on our website, an XL dog tag prominently displayed on the Sponsorship wall in the barn, monthly Newsletter acknowledgement and the privilege of hosting an exclusive private event of their choice.

$25,000

THE PUPPY PALACE

The Puppy Palace sponsorship reflects on Aska’s Animals dedication to this vulnerable population. We are committed to providing safe haven for homeless puppies and their mothers, providing early puppyhood development by our expert team. This sponsorship level mirrors the resources needed for constructing, maintaining, and populating three Puppy Palaces year-round, including transportation, labor, vaccinations, vet appointments, and supplies. Accommodating one to three litters (5 to 35 puppies) for two to eight weeks, support at this level is crucial to continue our work, with minimal days without puppies on site. Perks include website recognition, an XL dog tag prominently displayed on the Sponsorship wall in the barn, and monthly Newsletter acknowledgment.

$15,000

THE PIG PACK

Aska’s Animals provides sanctuary for 14 pigs and there are more on the way. Many of the animals that join our program do so because their previous owners could no longer provide adequate care, or they found themselves in less-than-ideal living situations. The Pig Pack exemplifies a group of 10+ pigs and financial needs required to give them sanctuary. This includes semi-annual tusk and hoof trimming, food, hay, and stall shavings. Sponsorship perks include name/logo recognition on our website and an XL dog tag prominently displayed on the Sponsorship wall in the barn.

$10,000

THE HORSE HAVEN

The Horse Haven mirrors the extended stay of horses at Aska’s Animals. Although only one horse currently resides on the farm, others have graced us with their presence, and we eagerly welcome more in the future. The horse sanctuary encompasses services such as hoof trimming, shoeing, provision of food, hay, and stall shavings. Sponsorship perks include name/logo recognition on our website and an XL dog tag prominently displayed on the Sponsorship wall in the barn.

$5,000

THE GOAT SHED

The Goat Shed highlights the goat sanctuary offered by Aska’s Animals. At present, three permanent goat residents find safety and care here, having been rescued from an uncertain fate. Your support guarantees they lead secure and enriching lives. Your support ensures they enjoy a secure and fulfilling life. Sponsorship perks include website recognition and an XL dog tag displayed on the Sponsorship wall in the barn.

$2,500

THE CHICKEN COOP

The Chicken Coop highlights the 30+ enduring chicken residents at Aska’s Animals. Chickens, often overlooked compared to puppies, pigs, and horses, may face severe consequences if they are not consistent egg producers. In our sanctuary, chickens freely roam the property and mingle with the pigs. At Aska’s Animals, chickens can live well beyond 10 years. Ensuring the well-being of these feathered friends involves providing them with consistent attention, feed, and secure living quarters. Sponsorship perks include name/logo recognition on our website.

$1,000

FEELING INSPIRED?

BECOME A SPONSOR

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Happy Friday animal rescue peeps! Join us for $5 Friday, skip your coffee out and Venmo your favorite animal welfare organization! A few options below including some boots on the ground orgs in LA:

@askasanimals
@animaladoptioncenterjhwy
@dogismycopilotinc
@landerpetconnection
@rilos_rescue
@pupswithoutborders
@pasadenahumane
@bfas_la

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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🚨 Aussie Lovers! 🚨

We have a unique situation with two purebred Australian Shepherds in our program who are now searching for new, loving homes. These well-loved family dogs need to be rehomed due to a move—a heartbreaking reality in today’s world—but through no fault of their own.

Help us give them the bright future they deserve! Please share this post with your friends and family to help us find their perfect families. Meet Ajax & Agni!

🐾 Ajax – 4.5-year-old male, red merle.
Ajax is great with kids, cats, and other dogs! He’s an incredible playmate and a true turnkey companion. We have his complete medical history, and he’ll be visiting the vet soon for a checkup.

🐾 Agni – 6-month-old male, red merle.
Agni is well-socialized with kids, cats, and dogs. As a high-energy juvenile, he will need an adopter experienced with the breed who can dedicate time to training and exercise.

If you’re interested in adopting Ajax or Agni (they do not need to be adopted together), please email us at info@askasanimals.org with your interest and a bit about your household. Please, no phone calls.

We anticipate a high volume of inquiries and will take our time to ensure the best long-term placements for these boys. Thank you for your patience as we help them settle in and begin reviewing adoption inquiries in between caring for all the animals we have on property. ❤️🐶🐶

And a friendly PSA that there are plenty of purebred dogs waiting for loving homes in shelters/rescues—consider adopting! #adoptables #nonprofit #animalrescue #australianshepherd #rescueaussie

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Feeling grateful for our little slice of paradise. 🤗 ☁️ ☀️ 🐶 🐖 🐱

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New Year, Same Us! 📸 @sheltervisibilityproject

What better way to kick off the new year than with a full house? Here’s a quick rundown of what’s happening on the farm—puppy-wise:

🐾 Puppy Palace #1
Meemaw and her five little gremlins hail from Idaho Falls, ID. This small breed, Chihuahua-mix family landed at the @ifanimalshelter, which is no place for a mom and her pups! These cuties will be adoption-ready in early February. Stay tuned for updates on where they’ll be available!

🐶 Puppy Palace #2
Cat Balou and her cowboys/girls came from American Falls, ID. This accidental litter is a reminder of the importance of spaying and neutering. Instead of just Cat Balou entering the shelter system as a stray, she and her six pups are now part of the burden. They’ll be adoptable through @rilos_rescue starting February 9th, and applications are open!

💩 Puppy Palace #3
Calamity Jane and the Western Women were rescued from Jerome, ID, where she was found as a stray with her newborns just as temperatures started dropping. This brave mama and her pups will also be available through @rilos_rescue on February 9th. Send in your inquiries now!

Stay tuned for more updates and adoption details as we ring in the new year with lots of love (and paws)! #slay

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Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, Happy Holidays etc. etc. etc. Thank YOU for making 2024 such a spectacular year and entrusting us with this work. A gift we do not have words to describe our gratitude for. Sending love to everyone.✨🥹 🐶🐓🐷🐱🐴🐐💩

Photogs: @littlescoutcreative @zach.montes @hitchedhorizons @bdanncreative

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Welcome to the Wild West! Calamity Jane & Cat Ballou joined us this week from new partners, @rilos_rescue. Both of these mommas had puppies who were only days old and either accidental or stray.

The animal welfare world surely does feel like the Wild West right now with an endless stream of puppies entering the system that is already overcrowded and overflowing. We are at a moment in time where accidental, unwanted and stray cannot continue to happen. Spay/neuter is the most effective way to help get the pet overpopulation problem under control.

We cannot wait to raise and love all these puppies for them to eventually be available for adoption via @rilos_rescue but PLEASE continue to fight the good fight. Educate others, spay/neuter your own animals & encourage others to do so, foster a dog, donate to animal welfare orgs when you can, share social media, etc. etc. etc.!

As always, thank you for allowing us to do this work and supporting us through it all! 🤠 🐶

#spayandneutersaveslives #spayandneuteryourdamnpets #spayandneuteristhesolution #animalwelfare

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Our @spotify Wrapped is here! 🫶

According to Spotify, we cleaned up a lot of poop this year—and had a great time doing it! This year has been nothing short of amazing, and we feel so lucky to do this work.

Cheers to everyone in the animal welfare industry working hard every day. We’re endlessly grateful for the incredible people who support us and the amazing team we work alongside.

Here’s to another year of making a difference and helping those that need it most! ❤️

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Happy Thanksgiving! We are incredibly grateful for everyone who supports, inspires and fuels us. Words can’t fully capture how lucky we feel, and we had an amazing time with all of you this morning.

Our first annual Pigsgiving Pig Trot was nothing short of incredible—filled with smiles, rescue puppies, donuts from @earlybirdbakesdriggs, coffee from @jacksonholeroasters, spoiled sanctuary pigs, and a wonderful sense of community.

A huge thank you to @lulusfund for your matching donation and @stio for sponsoring the first of many Pig Trots! Mark your calendars—365 days until Pigsgiving 2025!

Wishing everyone a joyful holiday! ❤️‍🔥

📸 @zach.montes

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This month has been extraordinary. We just launched our first children’s book, tomorrow, on Thanksgiving, we’ll gather with 100 community members for our Pigsgiving Fun Run—a day of gratitude, connection, and joy. And as of today, we’ve met our $100,000 fundraising goal, a milestone that reflects the love, trust, and value YOU, our supporters, pour into this work.

Through all of this, we remain grounded in our daily mission: caring for the 75+ animals who call Aska’s Animals home—whether permanently or while transitioning to new families. These moments are made possible by the efforts of our dedicated volunteers, Board of Directors, and incredible staff members.

The other night, as I read the new book with my son—words that tell the story of our home and the animals we call family—it struck me how extraordinary this moment was. Here was a book about Aska’s Animals, created not by me but by people who believe so deeply in our mission. Jenna brought this project to life with her vision and dedication, Hope wove her magical words into the pages, and Grace added beautiful imagery.

As we packaged up the books, I was overcome by the realization of how much this work has grown beyond me. When we first started, I knew every donor’s name. Today, I don’t recognize every name on the shipping labels—and that’s a beautiful thing. It means that what began as my personal mission has blossomed into an organization powered by a passionate community that shares our vision of saving animals, providing exceptional care, and supporting others with compassionate support.

This is what I dreamed of when we became a nonprofit: an organization that could continue, thrive, and grow without me at the center. While I’m still deeply involved as a volunteer, I see parts of this work running independently, led by people I trust. Watching this growth is bittersweet—sometimes hard, but so deeply fulfilling.

Some days feel so ordinary, but then you realize—your son is reading a book made by friends for a mission you share. That’s where the extraordinary lives.

Thank you for being part of this journey and making my queen month extraordinary. We couldn’t do it without you.

XOXO,
Aska

Phone Number: (208) 270-2136

Email: info@askasanimals.org

Address: 1984 W 7000 S, Victor, ID 83455
PO Box 1150, Victor, ID 83455

EIN: 85-4363017

Aska’s Animals Foundation

Providing a progressive environment for animals through rehabilitation, adoption, education, and community outreach and filling the critical gap between shelter and permanent rescue.

Website Photos by Ben Dann | B Dann Creative, Grace Peck | Little Scout Creative, and Lara Agnew | Lara Agnew Photography.