06/27/2025
My heart breaks for this woman and her family.
💔 Our hearts were heavy to hear of the passing of Mikayla Raines, the founder of Saveafox Corporation. While we did not know her personally, we’ve long admired her work and the passion she poured into rescuing and advocating for animals. Her loss is deeply felt and has sent shockwaves through the rescue community.
Moments like this remind us how vital it is to have a strong support system—friends, family, and fellow rescuers who understand the weight of this work. Rescue is beautiful, but it is also brutal. The emotional toll, financial strain, constant fundraising, and personal sacrifices are overwhelming enough—and yet, far too often, the deepest wounds aren’t from strangers, but from others within the rescue community itself.
Online bullying is real. And it’s not just the anonymous commenters behind a keyboard—it can come from people who should be allies in this work. That has to stop.
We may not all agree on every method or approach, but one thing most of us share is that we are doing this from a place of passion and selflessness. Rescue is hard. Loss is constant. And when we tear each other down, we only make an already difficult road even harder.
Let this be a reminder: be kind. Lift each other up. Encourage the new ones in this field. Remember what it was like when you started—how much you had to learn, how many mistakes you made. Offer grace. Offer help. And if you are struggling, please know: you are not alone.
To everyone out there working through baby season, exhausted and overextended—thank you. Thank you for staying up all night for the weak and the orphaned. Thank you for giving your time, your sleep, and your finances to help the voiceless. Your work matters. You matter. If this was easy, everyone would do it—but they don’t. You are rare. You are needed.
**And please—don’t be afraid to hit the DELETE, HIDE, or BLOCK button on Facebook and Instagram. I do it daily. You have every right to protect your peace. You’ve worked too hard to build something meaningful to let the noise of negativity slow you down.**
If there's ever a way our team can help—whether it’s advice, support, or just someone to listen—please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here for you.
Lastly, during our LIVE this Friday, we’ll be sharing a donation link to support their nonprofit. Let’s honor her legacy by helping keep her incredible work and memory alive.
With respect and solidarity,
Stephanie Brady
Founder/Executive Director
Call or Text: 806-680-2483
Email: [email protected]
If you, or someone you know is considering Su***de, please call or text 988 Su***de and Crisis Lifeline. You are important and special and loved even when your mind tells you’re not.
