Southwest Wildlife is accredited by both the American Sanctuary Association (ASA) and The Association of Sanctuaries (TAOS) and, therefore, must operate under strict and rigorous guidelines with respect to animal management and care.

To maintain accreditation, Southwest Wildlife must:

• provide animals a safe home for life
  
• provide for the comfort of the animals
  
• provide enrichment opportunities for the animals

As an accredited sanctuary, Southwest Wildlife does NOT:

• utilize animals for commercial purposes
  
• breed animals
  
• buy, sell, or trade animals