The TARA Posse
PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS The TARA Posse is in “stable” condition at Rancho Providencia, where they enjoy a carefree life as regular ranch residents. The members of the posse include: .…
TARA Memorial Garden
As you walk up the main drive at Rancho Providencia and begin to round the corner to The Toddage, Phoebe’s enclosure, and the Kitten Krib, you’ll pass by the TARA…
The Toddage
When people first visit Rancho Providencia, they’re usually struck by the peaceful serenity of the property, with its overhanging oak trees, billows of bougainvillea, profusion of native plants, and Southwestern-style…
Lizard Rock
Chatsworth, California, has a unique geography, with its breathtaking mountains and remarkable rock formations, including Stoney Point, which has become a destination for rock climbers. Hundreds of years ago, this…
Mother Tree
The magnificent Mother Tree behind the main house at Rancho Providencia is a 500-year-old oak that’s survived droughts, fires, and lightning strikes through the centuries and probably shaded the native…
Her Royal Highness Phoebe the Cockatoo
PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS Many years ago, when TARA was just a twinkle in her eye, Kelly was asked to go undercover to assess a bird breeding facility. The breeder had…
Gentleman Jack & Goldie the Great
PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS . Gentleman Jack comes from money and was a member of the California upper class before relocating to Rancho Providencia. He’d been living on a huge estate…
Duck, Duck, Lucy the Goosey
PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS Lucy the Goosey came to Rancho Providencia in 2014 from a wealthy couple in Santa Barbara who had a huge aviary on their property. The man had…
The Kitten Krib
When our baby mamas needed some dope digs where they could pet-mix and chill with the fam, we created the Kitten Krib. Outside it may look a little basic, but…
Fort Feral
Rancho Providencia is home to more than 40 feral cats. Some are in enclosures, because they are seniors or have physical disabilities. Others roam free on the property and earn…