about us
Rescue. Rehab. Rehome. Repeat.
For 10 years, we’ve been rescuing large working dogs—mainly Great Pyrenees and Akbash—left behind, injured, or lost from sheep herds across south-central Idaho.
We take in the forgotten ones, give them medical care, rebuild trust through love and socialization, and find them the safe, happy homes they deserve.
Our 8 permanent sanctuary crew members are here for life, and many more come through our doors on their way to a second chance.
We also work with local sheep companies to push for better treatment of these incredible dogs.
We won’t give up.
We are their voice.
Unega is the only livestock guardian dog rescue in Idaho.
Meet the Team
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Tiffany Larson
FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Emma Cummins
SENIOR DIRECTOR - RESCUE OPERATIONS AND OUTREACH
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Hailey Turner
Animal Care Manager/Magazine Photographer
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JP Reddy
Construction & Maintenance Supervisor; Rescue Operations
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Sandy Berk
Volunteer Extraordinaire
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Don Cherry
Trainer/Behaviorist; Earning PHD in Pathobiology. Focusing on Anthrozoology and The Human Animal Bond
In The News
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“28 Great Pyrenees rescued from “horror film-like” property in Buhl”
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“Idaho non-profit rescues nearly 30 dogs from ‘boneyard’”
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“For sheep dogs, a new ‘leash’ on life”
“How a local dog rescue organization rehabilitates sheep guardian dogs”