A California nonprofit rescuing animals, restoring land, and offering healing experiences for people who need to slow down and come back to themselves.
Reckless Love Ranch was built by two people who came to the same idea from different directions. Martin Mendoza grew up in Guadalajara, Mexico, raised by his mother Ramona on a life centered around land, food, and feeding the people around her. Those roots shaped him into a farmer and private chef who has spent his career connecting people to where their food actually comes from.
Rehana Baker brings a background in psychology and wellness coaching, and a conviction that rescued animals have something to offer people who are struggling — a kind of presence that's hard to manufacture any other way. Together they run the ranch as both a working farm and a healing space.
From the two rescue horses and the working goat herd, to the dogs waiting for forever homes and the chickens roaming the property — every animal here has a story. Guests come for a petting zoo, a private tour, a goat yoga class, or a grazing quote, and tend to leave with something they didn't expect.
The name comes from the worship song — about second chances, grace that doesn't make sense on paper, and unconditional love. That's the spirit behind everything we do here.
Our rescue animals come from shelters, ranches, and situations of neglect. Here they find safety. And in return, they offer something real to the people who visit.
Our playful goats and mini pigs are the heart of the petting zoo experience. Hold them, feed them, and let them work their magic on you.
Two horses — one white, one dark bay — both rescued and now thriving at the ranch. They're a quiet, grounding presence on every private tour.
We rescue dogs and help them find forever homes. Every dog here has been given a second chance — and they're happy to meet you when you visit.
A flock of free-range chickens roam the property, adding life and character to every visit. They're a ranch staple and a favorite with guests of all ages.
Seven ways to experience the ranch — from goat yoga and animal-assisted coaching to private tours, land management, and more. Each one supports our rescue and restoration mission.
Get up close with our rescued goats, mini pigs, and chickens. A hands-on experience the whole family will remember.
A guided tour of the full ranch — horses, goats, dogs, and the land they call home. Every tour includes a sparkling wine and charcuterie board.
California cities are under real pressure to clear overgrowth, reduce fire risk, and stay CAL FIRE compliant — without chemicals, heavy machinery, or blowing the budget. Our goats handle terrain that tractors can't touch.
We bring the goats to your class, or you bring your group to the ranch. Either way — expect laughter, wandering goats, and stress that doesn't stand a chance.
One-on-one sessions with Rehana Baker that use the animals as part of the work. Not therapy — but grounding, honest, and often more useful than sitting in a chair.
Some of our rescued animals are ready for a forever home. We're selective about where they go — and that's by design.
Host your next small gathering in a setting that can't be replicated — open land, rescued animals, and a warm, unhurried atmosphere that puts people at ease from the moment they arrive.
Looking for something a little different? Reckless Love Ranch is open to small-scale private events — birthdays, bridal showers, family reunions, baby showers, team gatherings. There's no venue that feels quite like this. Animals nearby, open air, and a pace that slows everything down in the best way.
We keep things intimate by design. This isn't a banquet hall — it's a working ranch, and that's exactly the point. Reach out and tell us what you have in mind. We'll make it work.
Your gift supports animal rescue, healing programs for people who need them most, and the ongoing care of every creature at Reckless Love Ranch.
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Booking a tour, requesting a goat-grazing quote, asking about adoptions, or want to support the ranch? Tell us what you're interested in and we'll get back to you.