Backyard Sanctuary

The Backyard Sanctuary Project is Groovy Paradox's vision for transforming every inhabited space into a thriving ecosystem of sustainability, community, and creativity. We believe every place- from a spacious yard to a windowsill- can be a natural sanctuary if we allow it to be.

Our main goal is to establish a permanent animal sanctuary combined with a community garden, in collaboration with Satori Gardening Insights.

For now, this vision is rooted in our current space, where we are actively stewarding animal friends in our ever-evolving backyard sanctuary.

We invite you to step into a deeper connection with the vibrant life thriving outside your door. We are moving beyond the ecological burden of conventional landscapes by transforming the ordinary into a vibrant tapestry of curiosity, care, and connection that fosters community and actively heals natural ecosystems.

Our Friends & Their Stories:

Puppy wearing a red-orange harness sitting on a couch next to a colorful dog bed. Baby Luna on Couch in Strawberry Cat Harness

13 August 2024

Luna

Found on a pizza box in a ditch full of trash one cold September morning in Baltimore, it is likely she was left behind when she outgrew her caretaker's capacity and was old enough to be weaned from her Mama. Even so, she has blossomed into a spunky, strong girlie nicknamed 'Lulu', a nod to her delulu, toddler-like nature and love of life.

11 June 2024

Ladybug

Adopted into the Hoo family from BARCS after being found in the busy downtown streets all alone. Lovingly referred to by Vanessa as her 'PTSD girlie', Ladybug is quick to express her boundaries while remaining a loyal companion through tough times. She loves climbing on trees and wrestling with Ryan Hoo's forearm.

Black cat with a blue collar and bell looking directly at the camera.

13 August 2021

Sage

Sage is a gentle-hearted cat that loves to give and receive love. She is here to transmute negativity into positivity, an example to us all regarding the power of presence. She is best friends with Josie and a wonderful anchor for Ladybug.

White dog with a blue collar sitting on green grass

17 February 2016

Josie

Josie is a sweet, deaf, partially albino border collie who likes to know what is happening around her. After a questionable puppyhood and living life as a local stray on a Montana reservation, she is now a happily adopted member of the family. She likes to help maintain order amongst her siblings, particularly Luna. She naturally reads the energy of another's presence and allows her thoughts to be known.

Dog with a colorful sweater standing in a snowy backyard

8 November 2012

Izzy

Black dog lying on a carpeted floor with a purple-hued filter. dramatic, moody, modeling aesthetic and vibes

7 February 2012

Gilmore

Petunia's Story