Legends Rescue

Discover the heartwarming journey of our volunteer-run nonprofit organization, dedicated to helping animals find their forever homes. Share in the joy of transformations, the power of second chances, and the bonds that last a lifetime. Every story matters in our mission to create a world where every animal is loved. Join us in making a difference, one rescue at a time. Legends Animal Rescue and Sanctuary is a rescue based in New Brighton, Minnesota founded in 2017. We help our rescues decompress, realize humans are good, trustworthy and they deserve love. It’s so rewarding watching these animals come out of their shells and grow into their personalities. We started Legends Rescue in honor of Henry Gardas, an avid animal lover, husband, father and grandfather. We have found it very rewarding helping the critters start new lives. Many of our rescues were afraid of people because of their previous lives, they have gone from turning away from eye contact, to coming when we call them. They enjoy being held, they no longer worry what is going to happen to them, they have learned to trust people and are ready for their next adventure. If you are looking to foster or adopt a furry friend – or two – we have puppies to seniors – shedding and non-shedding. Personally, I have found it so rewarding not only watching my family help the dogs, cats, rats and other animals we’ve rescued over the years and fall in love with them, our volunteers have been melting over them too. I enjoy hearing the updates and advances they have seen, and the suggestions on what they think the animal needs for the next step – some days, along with being proud of the rescues’ progress, we are all just so proud of each other, and have learned so much! So, if you have room in your home for some sweetness, or know someone who needs a new friend or two – please contact me, or go to Legends Rescue on Facebook, we have a few video’s that will put a smile on your face!

Legends Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, founded in 2017 in New Brighton, Minnesota, is dedicated to rescuing animals, helping them decompress, trust humans, and find loving homes. Our mission is to transform animals' lives, watching them develop and thrive, while fostering a community of compassion and learning.