Welcome to the Sorriso di San Francesco

Our refuge is located in the valley where, according to legend, St. Francis of Assisi met the talking wolf of Gubbio. Incidentally, it is the only species-appropriate refuge in Assisi. Since 1997, we have been accomodating over 120 animals (horses, donkeys, dogs, cats, sheep and goats). This property is owned by Pro Animale für Tiere in Not e.V.

Current information

We currently care for
35 dogs, 36 cats, 2 horses, 3 donkeys, 18 sheep, 8 goats, 1 cattle

Six employees work here in shifts around the clock. The average maintenance costs amount to € 32,500 per month.

We receive an average of € 3,120 from Star Money and sponsorships.

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HELP DIRECTLY WITH STAR MONEY

You can support the Pro Animale animal welfare organisation of your choice by becoming a ‘star money’ sponsor.

Your sponsorship is an intimate alliance

between you and your sponsored animal and indispensable for the safe security of our animals.