Animals rescued by Pro Animale
In 2023 we could rescue 836 animals – 458 Dogs – 137 Cats – 10 Horses – 21 Cattle – 3 Donkeys – 35 Sheep – 21 Pigs – 17 Goats – 86 Small Animals – 48 Feathered.
(The 205 dogs and 21 cats rescued from the war zone in Kherson are not pictured here, we will dedicate a separate page to them).
Since Pro Animale was founded in 1985, one of the focal points of our work has been rescuing and caring for animals in desperate situations – in some cases buying their freedom …
- from slaughterhouses and slaughterhouse lorries here in Germany and beyond our borders
- from animal cruelty here in Germany and beyond our borders;
- from dog camps in Romania, Poland, Spain or “dog and horse pounds” in Ireland;
- from the endless army of street animals in Turkey, Poland, Italy and Ireland…
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Nur (4 mon) and Adalet (4 yrs)
Nur (4 mon) caught our Nilgun in a school boiler room. Half of its jaw was festered and already necrotic - the kitten was no longer able to eat - miraculously, Nilgun managed to bring the little creature back to life Adalet (4 yrs) - motionless and completely dehydrated,
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Feliz (4 yrs)
Hasan Tatari received a call for help: an old tomcat had been dumped on the street by his owner and had been cared for by local residents ever since. Hasan was finally called to put the old cat to sleep. But when he saw him, it was immediately clear
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Noel (2 yrs)
We received an emergency call on Christmas Eve. A small dog had been hit by a car and fled injured. She was eventually found on the terrace of a private property. We brought the emaciated, frightened dog to our Rendez-vous with Animals so that she could be examined and
Spartacus – Rescue of Rudolf (3 yrs)
Rudolf also intuitively sought and found his way to us.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Dozzy (2 yrs) and Small White (1.5 yrs)
Adoption from Animal Rescue Shanghai.
Samaria I – Rescue of Dakota (11 yrs)
The elderly owners were no longer able to keep the eight-year-old gelding adequately. Because he also has a sesamoid injury to his front legs, he can no longer be ridden and was in danger of being sent for slaughter. It is thanks to Dr Tomana that the owners gave
Spartacus – Rescue of El-Kocurro (2 yrs)
The imposing, self-confident cat chose us as his new family, one day he stood in front of our door - asking to be let in.
Avalon – Rescue of Salim (3 yrs)
The Saluki mix was rescued by a brave dog lover in Limerick on a busy road: apparently the dog had already been hit by a car, he was limping around disorientated in the middle of the traffic and was in danger of falling victim to it. We were informed
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of 3 sheep
Takeover of the 3 Skudden sheep Odysseus (2 yrs), Penelope (2 yrs) and Nausikaa (2 yrs) from a private owner.
Doris Zinn Herberge – Rescue of Majka (17 yrs)
Adopted from our programme for former chain dogs: The little dog lady had lived in the house as a family member, but when her health became seriously impaired, they wanted to put her to sleep. Our refuge inspector Mr Och took the dog grandmother to us and after therapy
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Balthasar (37 yrs)
We received a call for help: A 30-year-old donkey stallion in an open stable that had been neglected for a long time was to be put down. His owner had been admitted to a nursing home. He had an open sarcoid and sabre hooves. Our vet and station manager
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Dino (2 yrs)
Rescued from death on the street near Dabie.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Micho (7 yrs)
The miserable dog had been abused as a "birthing machine" and had now been thrown onto the street and left to starve. She wandered disorientated on the main road and would either have starved to death or become a victim of the traffic.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Katia and Koko (6 mon)
Rescued from impending destitution on the street.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Burak (8 mon)
A barely alive little pile of cat misery with festering eyes - the extremely professional and loving care of Nilgun and her team in our clinic managed to bring the little cat back to this side of life - and today he is a gorgeous boy! Our heartfelt thanks
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Feride (2 yrs)
A lorry driver rescued the kitten who had been attacked by a dog and brought her, seriously injured, to Nilgun in our spay and neuter clinic. She was paralysed for three weeks - but thanks to Nilgun, the deaf kitten made her way back to life.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Ada (7 yrs) and Anton (2 yrs)
Lukasz is called and told that two dogs are running around in the street, disorientated and distraught. Lukasz manages to rescue them, possibly mother and son, and save them from impending destitution on the street.
Fellosophie – Takeover of Calli (1 y), Priscilla (2 y) and Lisa (3 y)
Takeover from Animal Rescue Shanghai.
Kollmerhof – Rescue Richard Löwenherz (24 yrs)
The owner, an 80-year-old man, was admitted to a retirement home. His relatives wanted to have his horse slaughtered. Richard Löwenherz has deformed teeth and needs softened feed, he suffers from ossification of the coffin bone and arthrosis.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Tola (8 mon)
Rescue of the little dog who was wandering around on the street and was in danger of falling victim to the traffic.
Keimzelle – Rescue of Ankica (8 yrs) and Athanasios (3 yrs)
War refugees from the dramatic direct war events in Kherson. Athanasios has already been placed.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Wonder (4 mon)
A father with his crying son brings Nilgun, a kitten he found motionless under the car, to our clinic. It had been raining all night and the soaked little kitten seemed to have lost its breath until suddenly, in the warmth of our clinic, a slight meow escaped from
Spartacus – Rescue of Forest (5 mon)
The orphan cat had been abandoned in front of Sussita Kumi.
Fellosophie – Takeover of Joy-Roy (2 yrs)
Animal welfare activists from Korea asked us to take over the traumatised dog.
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Baltasar (3 yrs), Bambola (3 yrs), Belladonna (2 yrs)
The owner of the dogs had gone into a nursing home and had left her animals on an abandoned property - the dogs were distraught and scared.
Fellosophie – Takeover of Danjo (2 yrs)
Rescued from Romania.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of five kittens
Isabella (4 months), Irek, Ignacy, Ismena, Iktorn (2 months) - found orphaned in the forest.
Pastorale – Rescue of seven sheep.
Lasedi (6 mon), Lian (3 yrs), Loelia (6 mon), Lumiel (2 yrs), Luna (6 mon), Lyanna (2 yrs), Leila (6 mon) - rescue from animal hoarding.
Fellosophie – Takeover of Lenia (7 yrs)
From Romania, adopted from Worms Gnadenhof.
Doris Zinn Herberge – Rescue of Matylda (4 yrs)
We took her from the animal shelter in Kolberg because she was completely frightened and kept jumping over fences and fleeing from the area into the city, threatening to fall victim to the traffic.
Fallada – Takeover of Mejsi (4 yrs)
Adopted from our programme for former chain dogs.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Cengo (2 mon)
Nilgun found this little bundle of life under a rubbish bin, motionless with a precariously low temperature - again Nilgun succeeds in a miracle and brings the little cat back to life!
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Luki (2 yrs)
The male dog was brought to us by the police Ośno Lub.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of five kittens
Debora, Dorota, Donald, Drako, Dominik, Dakota (5 months) - the kittens were abandoned in front of our gate in Fallada.
Lifeline for Irish Horses – Rescue of Deirdre (4 yrs)
We were informed that a goat had been abandoned and was wandering around Killaloe, terrified and panicking - she was in danger of falling victim to the traffic, of course we immediately set off to rescue the goat and bring her back to us.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Perla (2 yrs)
The frightened dog was picked up by the police on the street in Ośno Lub. picked up and brought to Lukasz.
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Melchior (28 yrs)
Melchior had served in a riding school all his life. When he was too old and "no longer fit for purpose" at the age of 28, he was sold and ended up with a cattle dealer. We learnt of his fate and took him in together with the cattle
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of 4 cattle
Salvo (8 weeks), Salvina (1.5 years), Salvatora (3 years) and Rosa (6 years) - Salvo's mother Salvina was inseminated far too early and did not have enough milk for her child. He was given a foster mother (Salvatora), but the little cow family was threatened with slaughter. We took
Avalon – Rescue of Radcliffe (1 yr.), Rowena (1 yr.)
These two feline creatures had made their way to Avalon and one day found themselves at our gates. Today they live in our Lifeline for Irish Horses.
Pastorale – Rescue of three goats
Lucia (2 yrs), Laura (2 yrs), Luna (5 yrs) - rescue from animal hoarding.
Pastorale – Rescue of five sheep
Lada (1 y), Lydia (2 yrs), Lovely (4 yrs), Lyria (3 yrs), Laira (3 yrs) - rescue from animal hoarding.
Fellosophie – Takeover of Tilly (1 y), Cookie (3 y), Lala (3 y)
Takeover from Animal Rescue Shanghai.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Ambrosio (2 yrs)
Another war refugee from Ukraine.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Jason (2 y), Monti (1 y), Mogli (2 y)
Takeover from the Odysseas shelter in Greece.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Haydi (1 y)
Rescue from destitution on the road near Kostrzyn.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Alibaba (3 yrs)
Rescue at the last second: You can see him as our Nilgün found him on the street on 28 October, completely exhausted and emaciated to the bone - just a breath of life. Today he is safely in Nilgün's care and is on the road to recovery. Alibaba symbolises
Spartacus – Rescue of Pilgrim (35 yrs)
Pilgrim/Impact (35 y.) - Obenburg am Main - We received an emergency call from a German veterinary office to take over a blind 35-year-old confiscated gelding. We were his only hope. We named him Pilgrim" as he entered a new life. After his previous life had resembled a single
Spartacus – Rescue of Bastet (8 yrs) and Wojtek (3 yrs)
Bastet (8 yrs) - the owners had moved and left their cat behind. Wojtek (3 yrs) - rescue of the completely neglected, emaciated stray cat.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Prinz (12 yrs)
The owner had passed away and Prinz was left behind in the empty house. He is in a very poor state of health. No nearby animal shelter wanted to take care of the orphaned old dog.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Violetta (4 yrs) and Veronika (10 yrs)
Confiscated by the veterinary office from extremely precarious conditions.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Max (4 yrs)
Rescue of the abandoned male dog from impending impoverishment on the street.
Fallada – Rescue of Kaptur (10 yrs) and Bigo (10 yrs)
Taken over from a Polish shelter due to serious health problems and rescue from destitution.
Doris Zinn Herberge – Rescue of Klaus (12 yrs)
Takeover from our programme for former chain dogs.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Topas (6 yrs)
Rescue of the Ukrainian war refugee, private animal rights activists rescued him and brought him to Fellosophie. Lovely and well-behaved, ideal for older people, actually adoptable.
Fallada – Rescue of Tobi (4 yrs)
An elderly lady begged us to take over the dog.
Pastorale – Rescue of Lia (6 mon.)
A Pro Animale friend, had rescued the seriously injured kitten in Macedonia and asked us to take her in. Three-legged Lia has already found a wonderful new home.
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Takeover of Pippilotta (6 yrs)
An elderly couple, who could no longer care for their fur child due to health problems, begged us to adopt her.
Pastorale – Victoria (3 yrs), Valya (3 yrs), Kristen (1 y)
Rescue from the Ukraine.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Dzeki (9 yrs)
Rescue of the ownerless little elderly male dog from impending impoverishment on the street - picked up by the police.
Fellosophie – Takeover of Toby (6 yrs) and Florina (12 yrs)
Adopted from a shelter in Romania.
Pastorale – Rescue of Madame (3 yrs.), Marie, Michi and Mike (3 mon.)
Takeover from private owner.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Silas (1.5 yrs) and Cooper (1.5 yrs)
Adopted from the Odysseas animal shelter in Greece. The two enchanting brothers came to the Odysseas shelter as puppies together with their mother, so they knew nothing but the kennel, but are very compatible and social.
Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Alan (4 mon)
Alana (4 months) - Rescue of Alana at the last second: Dog lovers learn of the fate of 5-month-old Alana (Central Asian Ovcharka/Alabay), who was being kept tied to a crane in an industrial area and whose owner wanted to kill her. The young dog's loud, desperate howling drew
Fallada – Rescue of Kubus (15 yrs)
Adoption of the extremely ill grandfather with a heart condition from our programme for former chain dogs, the golden Kubus lives in our fireplace room group in Fallada.
Fallada – Rescue of Kosmo (10 yrs)
Adoption of the seriously ill old dog master from an animal shelter - tragically Kosmo was only allowed to live with us for a few weeks, he left us on 2 November.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Fafik (1 y)
Rescue of the street dog from Slubice from destitution.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Bercia (5 yrs)
Bercia (5 yrs) - the owner had died and the cat was left unattended on the abandoned property.
Sorriso di San Francesco – Rescue of 3 kittens
Tigro, Tigra and Tiberia (2 months) - the little eight-week-old orphaned kittens were found on the road and brought to our Sorriso di San Franceso.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Filip (1.5 yrs)
Rescue of abandoned boy from destitution on the street - from Gorzyckie.
Fellosophie – Rescue of six puppies
Kiku (2 yrs.), Hugh (7 mon.), Joan (7 mon.), Nicky Vicky (7 mon.), Apple (8 mon.), Moose (8 mon.) - adopted from Animal Rescue Shanghai, rescued from a dog slaughterhouse.
Clinic Altinolluk – Rescue of five puppies
Rescue of the 5 three-week-old orphaned puppies Sait, Selim, Selcuk, Sinan and Saygun from an underground car park - tragically, it seems likely that the mother, a street dog, had given birth to her puppies there and died.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Cemil (3 yrs)
Cemil was found in a dramatic condition with severe mange and demodicosis.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Atakan (7 months)
Admitted to our clinic after a road accident.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Nela (2.5 yrs)
Rescued from destitution on the street.
Rescue of 3 kittens
Rosalia, Rosita, Rosini (4 weeks) - abandoned at a children's playground near Schweinfurt.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Kaprys (2.5 yrs) and Forest (5.5 yrs)
Rescued from destitution on the street.
Fallada – Rescue of Kania (7 yrs)
Kania was confiscated by the police and brought to us by them - the dog was taken from her owners due to disastrous neglect.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Soraya (22 yrs)
At the beginning of September, our Lukasz - Pro Animale's representative in Poland and head of our three animal welfare centres Copernika, Kolebka Slonca and MEMENTO with its associated sheep farm - was asked for immediate help to save the life of a 22-year-old mare. The mare had been
Samaria II – Rescue of Sarah (7 yrs)
Sarah lived alone in a small stable for several years. A few months ago, she injured the fetlock joint of her hind leg. As the wound was left untreated, a dramatic lump developed and the owner decided to sell her to a slaughterhouse. Dr Tomana drew our attention to
Pastorale – Rescue of Sebastianos and Sirius (7 y.)
Rescued from animal hoarding.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Helenka and Henio (5 months)
The two kittens were abandoned on the main road near Fallada.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Muharrem (4 months)
Muharrem was brought to our clinic by tourists who were on holiday in Altinoluk and found Muharrem on the street.
Sorriso di San Francesco – Rescue of five puppies
Ambra, Alice, Aldo, Argo, Alfa (4 weeks) - abandoned in a cardboard box at the gate of our Sorriso di San Francesco.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Kuki (13 yrs)
Kuki's owner, who has been severely disabled for 8 years, has now moved into a disabled-friendly flat where pets are not allowed. Nobody would have taken the old dog master in. Kuki was in a very unkempt condition when we took him in.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of seven kittens
Kaja and Kalina (2 months), Kamil, Karol, Kasia, Kornel and Kinia (4 months) - Found cats from Rewal - The orphaned kittens were brought to us by animal lovers who had found them on the street - Tragically, Kaja died suddenly.
Lifeline for Irish Horses – Rescue of Gertrude and Margarete (4 yrs.)
The two goats were found in Loughatorick in a mountainous area outside Woodford where they had joined a herd of cattle. The owner of the goats urged us to take them in.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Mouzes (8 yrs.)
From Białokury - At dusk you suddenly appeared in the middle of the road vagabonding. We were on our way home and drove through a small village. You were completely matted and neglected - we stopped and you came up to us - as if it were a matter
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Serena and Venus (6 Weeks)
From Pławęcino - the two sisters had been abandoned in a cardboard box by the roadside. Thank heavens that attentive pedestrians found the two orphans who had been taken along and notified us immediately. Venus and Serena were initially very introverted, traumatised and serious children - we don't even
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Jacek and Julek (4 mon.)
We adopted these two kittens from a farm property within our programme for former chain dogs.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Brida (2 yrs.)
Street dog from Bulgaria - we couldn't escape the call for help.
Kollmerhof – Rescue of Philomena (21 yrs.)
Ransomed before being transported to Italy for slaughter. Exploited to the hilt and emaciated to the bone, this mare, originally a highly prized show horse, was unscrupulously handed over to the cattle dealer, now unusable.
Fellosophie – Rescue of Luna (2.5 yrs.)
Street dog from Romania - rescued by a private animal welfare organisation.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Megi (1.5 yrs.)
From Ownice - the hunting terrier bitch had freed herself from her brutal slave nose and had run away from her owner - she was picked up with a broken chain around her neck. The bitch was extremely traumatised, full of fear, deadly scared and completely emaciated. She is
Pastorale – Rescue of Max, Moritz, Mäcki, Malte (6 mon.)
We learned about the "rejects" of uncastrated billy goats that had been born within a programme to maintain the landscape in the herd and were now to be consigned to the slaughter.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Ceviz (4 months)
Found on the side of the road, abandoned to a horrible infirmity, only a tiny little bit of life, blind due to a viral disease. Thanks to Nilgün, back to a secure life.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Pufi (4 y.), Tofik (2 y.), Frodo (6 y.)
The owner had died - the municipality of Gorzyckie urgently asked Lukasz to take over the orphaned farm and chain dogs.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Pimpek (7 yrs.)
There is no end to it - the enchanting Pimpek had also been unscrupulously abandoned on the street - abandoned to destitution. Pimpek is a little treasure of gold.
Lifeline for Irish Horses – Rescue of Zsa Zsa and Zoe (8 months)
Zsa Zsa and Zoe from Limerick. The two kids were perfidiously abandoned on a roundabout, not far from a bus stop. Young girls took notice and were justifiably worried that the two little ones would fall victim to the traffic. Finally, they discovered our Lifeline for Irish Horses on
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Renia and Rita (4 months)
The two siblings, were abandoned in a cardboard box in front of Sussita Kumi.
Fallada – Rescue of Misza (8 yrs.)
The owner had died and left "his chain dog" behind - welcome dear Misza to a new free life in Fallada.
Sorriso di San Francesco – Rescue of Jack (4 yrs.)
This little Jack Russell mix male was a victim of the flood disaster and was rescued from the floods by a dog lover; he implored us to take the little boy in at our Sorriso di San Francesco. The owner could not be found.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Rysiu (4 months)
The little tiger cat was abandoned in front of Sussita Kumi.
Grünes Haus – Rescue of Laja (4 months)
Laja "Fräulein Einstein"(4 mon.) - found kitten in Schweinfurt.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Alma (5 yrs.)
Lukasz was called ... again a bitch had been ruthlessly abandoned at the Polish-German border!
Grünes Haus – Rescue of Luna (1,5 yrs.)
Emergency call to our administration in Schweinfurt, an orphaned cat had been found.
Kolebka Slonca – Kwasior (14 yrs.)
Lukasz is called, a dog has fallen victim to traffic - Lukasz brings the severely injured dog grandfather to the clinic, we try everything in the following weeks to save his life, but we fail, the medication is not able to guarantee an adequate quality of life- Farewell little
Pastorale – Rescue of Luzi (12 yrs.)
Luzi was kept chained in solitary confinement her whole life, which is torture for any living creature, but especially for a herd animal for which social community is essential.
Pastorale – Rescue of Heracles, Hera, Hades (all 3 months)
Saved from destitution at a peasant estate.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Tymek (3 J.) und Slodka (5 J.)
From Bialokury; the owner had died. The two chain dogs mother and son and a kitten were left behind on the property - Bogdan was informed by neighbors.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Alex 1 y.o.)
German citizens had crossed the border and unscrupulously abandoned their dog on the main road.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Rimi (13 y.)
Neighbours inform Lukasz that a chained dog is vegetating without care, howling with hunger and thirst. Lukasz succeeds in freeing the miserable, gagged male dog.
Fallada – Rescue of Czarna (2 y.)
The little rabbit is from Szczecin, abandoned to destitution!
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Poldek (10 yrs.)
Taken over from the animal shelter in Kolberg: The poor old boy carried a 6 kg tumour. We could not escape this fate and brought Poldek to us in our Doris Zinn Senior Citizens' Shelter.of course he was operated on immediately, he is doing well - he is a
Fellosophie – Rescue of 10 Dogs from Shanghai
Ole (3 y.), Freckles (3 y.), Qjao Qjao (2 y.), Smilla (1.5 y.), Baldwin (1 y.), Uli (1 y.), Vor (1 y.), Guo Guo (3 y.), Nugget (2 y.), Tulip (3 y.) - adopted from animal rescue Shanghai.
Doris Zinn-Herberge – Rescue of Ruda (8 yrs.)
Private animal welfare activists from Swidwin learned about the tragic fate of a female Boxer mongrel who was living in an antisocial environment. With the help of the police, the dog was confiscated and we were asked to take her in. She came to us emaciated to the bone with
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Waldi (15 yrs.)
Waldi was abandoned with vestibular syndrome due to a severe age-related illness! Despite all the intensive care by our vet and Lukasz, we tragically had to let Waldi go four weeks later.
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Lapis (2 mon.)
Abandoned in a cardboard box at the roadside!
Fellosophie – Rescue of Silas (1.5 yrs) and Cooper (1.5 yrs)
Lukasz was called, a large dog - locked up in a stable - was howling desperately. With the help of the police, Lukasz is able to find the owner and have the dog confiscated. The St. Bernard's behaviour ranges from difficult to aggressive and he won't let anyone near
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Hana, Zuzia, Zosia, Zenia, Ziuta (all 4 months old)
It's hard to understand - four puppies ruthlessly abandoned again, abandoned to poverty - if Lukasz hadn't arrived at the right time.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Jola (8 weeks)
Abandoned in front of Fallada.
Sorris di San Francesco – Rescue of Leona (12 yrs.)
The twelve-year-old Segugio bitch is emblematic of the gagging and enslavement of Italian hunting dogs - emaciated to the bone, completely atrophied muscles and recumbent calluses testify to prison conditions.
Kolebka Slonca – rescue of Lonia (5 months)
The little rough-haired dachshund mix girl had been ruthlessly abandoned on a main road, Lukasz was notified.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Swider (10 y.)
For years, private animal welfare workers had been watching a dog living homeless on the streets of Swidwin, but all attempts to catch him failed. Then one day this pathetic dog fell victim to a traffic accident and the animal welfare workers managed to rescue him at the last
Yasam Vadisi – Rescue of Lalezar (10 y.)
Nilgün received an emergency call from the forestry office in Canakkale saying that a donkey from Lapseki was suffering from unimaginable pain due to an open fracture of the leg and was standing on a highway. The animal had to be rescued immediately and brought to safety, and only
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Minel (3 months
Last minute rescue - Nilgün finds the almost lifeless body of the 3-month-old blind little kitten on the street: due to a viral disease, both eyeballs had prolapsed. The little cat would have fallen into an agonising infirmity.
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Derya (3 months)
Derya was admitted to our spay and neuter clinic in Altinoluk with an ulcerated head injury - back in life thanks to Nilgün!
Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Kaja (2 y.)
Rescue of the abandoned dog, she was handed over to us by the police.
Fallada – Rescue of Julius (5 y.) and Justus (5 y.)
Rescue of the two chain dogs from Stojkowo. The owner went to a hospice. After years of gagging, finally free - welcome you two to Fallada!
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Judyta, Justyn and Justyna (2 mon.)
The three kittens were abandoned in a cardboard box in front of Fallada.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Florek (5 y.) and Franek (5 y.)
The two kittens were abandoned in a cardboard box in front of our clinic in Sussita Kumi.
Yasam Vadisi – Rescue of Gazi (10 y.)
Nilgün was informed by the governor of Izmir about the dramatic fate of a donkey that was in a life-threatening condition and that our help was urgently needed: Due to tethering, the donkey's blood circulation had been so severely damaged that it had lost its limb - Gazi must
Fallada – Take over of Dukat (11 y.)
Dukat came from our programme for former chain dogs, the owners had become "tired" of him and no longer wanted to look after him. Naturally, they immediately brought the sweet old boy to us. The owners gave up keeping the dog. Dukat is healthy and would be overjoyed if
Our Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Adoption of Käthe (12 y.)
Transfer from a private owner. In order to spare the 12-year-old kitten the threatening fate of being abandoned on the street, we took her in.
Our Rendez-vous with Animals – Rescue of Ruvins, Rytis, Ryhor, Rustam and Rusanda (all 4 weeks)
The 5 puppies were brought to safety during a rescue operation by animal welfare journalist Stefan Klippstein. From him we learned that the 6-week-old puppies were born on a farm, the mother dog was living there on a chain and the puppies were to be killed.
Our Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Leona (8 y.)
The lady sheep was left over from a small flock of sheep.
Our Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Chapek (4,5 y.)
Wandering homeless on a country road, this big boy was rescued, he was in a completely neglected state- was distraught and very scared. His severely atrophied musculature indicated that this boy had suffered the tribulations of being a chain dog. He has developed into a wonderful social boy with
Fallada – Rescue of Ula, Uma, Uwe (8 weeks)
The three kittens had been abandoned in a cardboard box in front of Fallada.
Our Doris Zinn-Herberge – Takeover of Azor (14 y.)
Takeover from our ex-chain dog programme. Azor is a very sweet granddad with the typical ailments of old age - welcome to our Doris Zinn senior hostel, dear Azor!
Our Fellosophie – Adoption of Gizmo (9 y.)
Gizmo's owner had passed away and his wife was already living in a nursing home because of her dementia - we could not close our hearts to the old dog master and let him move into our Fellosophie. The handsome boy already takes an active part in our everyday
Our Fellosophie – Adoption of Jaekyeong (1 y.)
We could not resist the call for help from Korea with the urgent request to adopt Jaekyeong. His fearful behaviour reveals a traumatic past.
Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Orina (1 y.), Ole, Otto, Orla, Olga (4 weeks)
Pupils in Siemysl became aware of the fate of a homeless mother cat who had given birth to 4 kittens in a hiding place on the school grounds. The school children urged us to please take care of the otherwise lost lives and brought the little family to our
Clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Kaya (4 months)
Last minute rescue: Kaya (4 months) lay motionless on the side of the road in the shade at over 30 degrees, completely dehydrated and emaciated, with festering and bleeding wounds, a distorted image of herself - a nameless "nothing" - until Nilgün met her and managed to bring Kaya
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – rescue of Clara (2 y.)
Rescue from a Spanish shelter.
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi – rescue of Kaziu (5 y.)
Rescue from abuse: children tortured the cat in front of a store!
Our sanctuary Rendez-vous mit Tieren – rescue of Mirabella (7 y.o.)
Rescue from imminent slaughter!
Our sanctuary Doris Zinn-Herberge – rescue of Luna (9 y.o.) and Harry (9 y.o.)
We took over Luna together with her 4-legged companion Harry from the Refugium within our program for former chain dogs - Harry needed intensive veterinary and medical care by us for some time - we negotiated with the owners and asked urgently to take over the dog pair .
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi – rescue of Cleo (5 y.o.)
Taken over from private. Although we are at the limit of our intake capacity, we could not close our eyes to Cleo's fate - otherwise she would have been left to a miserable homeless street existence.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – rescue of Kambia (5 y.o.)
Rescue from impending destitution on the street in Kostrzyn!
Our sanctuary Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Valentina (1,5), Varvara (1,5 y.) and Vasilisa (2 y.)
Taken over from Angelina's Ukrainian shelter with 300 dogs and 80 cats in Oleshky war zone in Kherson oblast occupied by Russian soldiers.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – rescue of Rufus (6 mon.) and Fied (1,5 y.o.)
Takeover from Animal Rescue Shanghai - the two dog children had been rescued from a Chinese slaughterhouse by the animal welfare activists!
Our Schafhof/Poland – Rescue of Aga (ca. 8 y.o.)
Rescue from antisocial milieu: The lady sheep had suffered a broken leg and was to be slaughtered - when Lukasz heard about it, he immediately went to her, Aga was in a completely neglected condition. Today she is well integrated in our small flock in the Schafhof at MEMENTO.
Clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Leblebi (8 mon.)
The street dog had been severely injured by a wild boar and right front and right hind leg were broken. Back in life thanks to Nilgun!
Our Keimzelle – rescue of Mira (9 y.o.) and Mara (10 y.o.)
Takeover of the two big old ladies from a Romanian sanctuary, we were their last chance!
Our Keimzelle – rescue of Lola (10 y.o.), Sara (4 y.o.)
Rescue of Lola and Sara from being taken to a Romanian dog camp. The owner had died and both dogs were threatened with killing in Romania.
Our Doris Zinn-Hundeseniorenherberge/Poland – Rescue of Amund (14 y.o.)
From our program for former chain dogs: Takeover of the seriously ill 14 year old Amund, he has severe liver and joint problems. Amund is in dire need of medication and dietary support. A taken, very gentle and good-natured Grand Seigneur, whose owners did not "give a damn" about
Our sanctuary Kolebka Słońca/Poland – rescue of Marian (3,5 y.o.)
Marian was handed over to us by the city police from Kostrzyn.
Our Rendez-vous mit Tieren – rescue of five sheep
Henrietta (4 y.o.), Hermine (4 y.o.), Krümmel (8 y.o.), Helena (7 y.o.) and Hannah (7 y.o.) - rescue from medical research - welcome to our Rendez-vous mit Tieren!
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – rescue of Nicolas (2 y.o.) and Sam – 1,5 y.o.)
Takeover from Animal Rescue Shanghai - the two dog children had been rescued from a Chinese slaughterhouse by the animal rights activists!
Our Doris Zinn-Hostel – Rescue of Alvida and Arnar (both 7 y.o.)
From our program for former chain dogs: rescue from antisocial milieu, there was a threat of severe neglect and destitution of the dog pair.
Our Doris Zinn-Hostel/Poland – Rescue of Annik (14 y.o.)
Annik comes from our program for former chain dogs, we brought her to our Doris Zinn-Hundeseniorenherberge due to severe health problems. Welcome little Annik!
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Mon Cherie (11 y.o.)
The owner of little Mon Cherie had passed away and her daughter was indeed not able to take care of the orphaned "dog child", so Mon Cherie was desperately wandering the streets for weeks looking for his beloved human friend. When our station manager Bogdan Andrzejak heard about this
Our sanctuary Sorriso di San Francesco/Italy – Rescue of Lusie (1 y.o.)
A desperate call reaches us in Schweinfurt: a young couple is on vacation in the south of Italy and finds a heavily pregnant street dog. They ask us for help and would like to adopt the dog later. We take Lusie in our Sorriso di San Francesco in Assisi
Our sanctuary Delicia Natural – Rescue of Molly (10 y.o.)
Rescue of the heavily pregnant, stuck cow Molly from antisocial conditions. After several days of intensive treatment, our veterinarian succeeds in getting the heavily pregnant mother ready for loading and transport. A few days after her arrival at Delicia Natural, Molly gives birth to her son Moliere. Although born
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Alva (6 y.o.)
Alva comes from Bobolice. Bogdan was called by the police, the owner of Alva was admitted to the closed psychiatric hospital due to serious problems and the bitch was left behind. Alva was handed over to us by the police with the advice that the bitch should not be
Our sanctuary Kolebka Słońca – rescue of Witek (3,5 y.o.)
Biskupice, rescue of the distraught wandering male from destitution on the street.
Our sanctuary Sorriso di San Francesco/Italy – Rescue of Francesco (2 y.o.)
The two year old Pointer was rescued completely frightened and distraught - he must have suffered serious assault by human hands - he is still full of fear towards humans, but is learning to arrive with us every day in small steps.
Our sanctuary Copernika/Poland – rescue of Adela (10 y.o.) and Marysia (5 y.o.) with their 10 weeks old puppies
In cooperation with DOCMA TV: Lukasz rescues - accompanied by animal rights activist Stefan Klippstein - four puppies from the milieu of illegal puppy trade near Gorzyna. Lukasz also succeeds in freeing the mother dogs Adela and Marysia a short time later, also for good, from their tribulation on
Our sanctuary Sorriso di San Francesco/Italy – Rescue of Raffaela (1 y.o.)
The owners wanted to get rid of her - she was threatened with "imprisonment" in a canile.
Clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Cakil (4 m.o.)
The little orphan boy was hit by a car on the highway and thrown 6-7 meters downhill into the sea. His left hind leg and hip were broken and he was paralyzed for 8 weeks. Nilgün and her team are simply doing a great job and always perform miracles
Our Doris Zinn-Hostel/Poland – Rescue of Andrine (13 y.o.)
Andrine came from our program for former chain dogs. Her owners did not want to take care of her anymore... The dog lady is in bad health, has liver and thyroid problems and dermatitis. Andrine is of an extremely tender and gentle nature, a golden old lady who needs
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Rescue of Arni (1,5 y.o.)
Rescue and recovery of the homeless wandering male dog, who was in danger of falling victim to traffic.
Our sanctuary Copernika/Poland – rescue of three puppies
Together with the investigative animal welfare activist Stefan Klippstein, Lukasz rescued the three puppies Ludomir, Liwiusz and Lucja, who were just 8 weeks old, from the criminal milieu of the illegal puppy trade. The production company Docma TV has accompanied this mission documentary - today they are healthy, all
Our sanctuary Lifeline for Irish Horses / Ireland – Rescue of Earl and Eoin (3.5 y.o.)
The two pygmy goat males were at risk of falling victim to traffic near Tullamore in Co. Offaly. We managed to recover them both. A very warm welcome to both of you!
Our sanctuary Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Chen Lu (1 yo) and Chenyang (1 yo)
Adoption from Animal Rescue Shanghai.
Our sanctuary Copernika / Poland – Rescue of Ruda (10 y.o.)
From Gubin. With the help of the police, Lukasz managed to rescue this little dog with a severe abdominal fracture from an antisocial, alcoholic woman - Ruda had to undergo an operation immediately. She is a very sweet dog.
Our sheep sanctuary at Memento / Poland – Rescue of Mandolina
The little Cameroon sheep was found running around, disoriented and desperate, on the streets of Slonsk. She was bleeding from her nose and dogs were chasing dangerously behind her. Little Mandolina, a sweet older female and very people-oriented, is now happy in our flock of sheep in Memento.
Our sanctuary Copernika / Poland – Rescue of Ares (9 y.o.)
Rescued from a life of ruin as a street dog.
Our sanctuary Pastorale / Austria – Rescue of Kai (3 y.o.)
Rescued from certain destitution, Kai was brought to us after he was found abandoned in a garden.
Our sanctuary Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Kalle (12 y.o.)
Private sale, Grünheide - Unfortunately, Kalle's owner was no longer able to take care of her dog for age-related reasons and begged us to take her beloved companion.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Dang Dang (1 yo.)
Taken over from Animal Rescue Shanghai. Whenever we can, we help these great, courageous animal rights activists. Dang Dang was rescued from a dog slaughterhouse!
Our Doris Zinn Sanctuary / Poland – Rescue of Sonia III (9 y.o.)
The charming Sonja comes from our project for former chained dogs. We took her in due to severe neglect.
Our sheep sanctuary at Memento / Poland – Rescue of Penelope
Lukasz learned about the dramatic ordeal of an elderly female sheep who swam across the Oder River in panic and went ashore in Slubice. She was picked up by the police and Lukasz was informed. Of course we whole heartedly accepted Penelope.
Our Doris Zinn Sanctuary / Poland – Rescue of Gerard (7 y.o.)
They wanted to get rid of Gerard and mercilessly threw him out of the car in Slonowice.
Our sanctuary Fallada / Poland – Rescue of Semi (1.5 yo)
From Siemysl. We learned about the fate of this homeless little dog which gave birth to her puppies in a barn. When we arrived on site, we could only rescue Semi. We only know the history of the puppies from stories.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca / Poland – Rescue of Amis (5 y.o.)
Street dog from Lemierzyce. Saved from certain ruin. Amis is a gentle boy.
Our sanctuary Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Rescue of Nada (5 y.o.), Naum (2 y.o.), Nemanja (6 y.o.), Nevena (6 y.o.), Nikolina (2 y.o.), Novak (7 y.o.), Novica (5 y.o.), Novka (10 y.o.)
We couldn't escape the desperate and urgent request to take 8 dogs from the Serbian animal shelter Kimba Sremska Mitrovica. Nada (5 yo) was found in front of a building in the neighborhood. It was the dead of winter and she was freezing, emaciated and very hungry. She was
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Buddy (18 mo.)
The beautiful, well-behaved, agreeable, although still somewhat boisterous, 18-month-old shepherd, Buddy, was given away by his owner with a heavy heart as her private and professional situation had changed dramatically overnight.
Our sanctuary Rendez-vous mit Tieren / Poland – Birth of Sternchen
Sternchen was born into a safe and secure future in our Rendezvous mit Tieren sanctuary.
Our sanctuary Pastorale / Austria – Rescue of Darleene, Deshira, Dion, Dominik (4 weeks) and Kentara (8 y.o.)
Rescue of 4 lambs and an old female sheep from imminent slaughter: Darleene, Deshira, Dion, Dominik (4 weeks) and Kentara (8 y.o.) . A warm welcome to Pastorale.
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi / Poland – Rescue of Timid (11 yo)
Community and police intervention. After a fire in a distillery, the owner left his dog behind to face a merciless fate. Local residents became aware of the howling locked up dog, brought him food and water and called the police. Timid is in a severe psychologically traumatized state. He
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca / Poland – Rescue of Kora (4 y.o.)
Rescued from impending destitution as a street dog in Kostrzyn.
Our Doris Zinn Sanctuary / Poland – Rescue of Pavlova (4 y.o.)
Whenever our capacity allows, we adopt dogs from the Kolberg animal shelter. We brought five-year-old Pavlova to us in March of this year with other needy dogs.
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi / Poland – Rescue of Teodor (1 y.o.)
Jan, our employee from our program for former chained dogs, picked up this tomcat which was wandering around disoriented.
Our sanctuary Yasam Vadisi / Turkey – Rescue of Ege (12 y.o.)
Rescue of a completely run-down old street dog from impending ruin and starvation. Welcome, dear Ege, to the safe hands of Nilgun in Yasam Vadisi.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca / Poland – Rescue of Pusia (10 y.o.)
Retrieval and rescue of this little old female dog, found homeless and disoriented, wandering the streets near Kostrzyn. Pusia, how good it is that you are now with us.
At friends of Pro Animale – Rescue of Milica (30 y.o.)
Rescue of a 30-year-old mare from miserable circumstances. The situation was already precarious - no one was taking care of her in the open stable. Milica’s strong character has already found a wonderful home with friends of Pro Animale. Health condition: severely emaciated, difficulty in eating, deformed teeth.
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi / Poland – Rescue of Zeta (9 y.o.)
Animal rights activists from Swidwin brought us this kitten. The poor girl suffers from FIV, so no one wanted to take care her in! All the more, we welcome Zeta to our Sussita Kumi sanctuary.
Our sheep sanctuary at MEMENTO / Poland – Rescue of Mirabeau
Mirabeau was rescued from antisocial circumstances. His three companions had tragically already passed away. Welcome to our sheep sanctuary at MEMENTO.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Tamas (6 mo.), Robi (5 mo.) and Boris (4 mo.)
Whenever possible, we are more than happy to help the Romanian animal shelter Tirgu Mures by adopting some of their dogs. Tamas and Robi are still very fearful of people but are learning to trust us day by day. How fortunate that these three landed in our Fellosophie sanctuary
Our sanctuary Yasam Vadisi / Turkey – Rescue of Afet (4 y.o.)
Last minute rescue! Men were already loading the sheep onto a van to sacrifice it for the refugees from the earthquake area. When Nilgun found out about this, she did everything in her power to prevent this senseless act of death and condemns the men, telling them that blood
Our Marille May boarding facility – Rescue of Magnolia (23 y.o.)
We manage to buy the freedom of a run-down mare which was deemed no longer “useful” and had been handed over to a cattle dealer for transport to Italy for slaughter. The traumatized, frightened mare was in a pitifully neglected state, afflicted with mange mites and hair lice. Dental
Our Cat Villa sanctuary / Turkey – Rescue of Cirkin (15 y.o.)
We noticed traces of blood near our cat villa and find out that an extremely shy injured cat was in our area and had found its way to us, as if by fate. Nilgun manages to trap the cat and save his life. He is completely emaciated with blood
Our Doris Zinn sanctuary / Poland – Rescue of Tofik (14 y.o.)
We adopted this sweet 14-year-old dog from our program for former chained dogs. He suffers from the typical ailments of old age and has already found love in the late autumn of his life in Tina. Welcome to our Doris Zinn sanctuary.
Our sanctuary Copernika / Poland – Rescue of Nugat (4 y.o.)
This three-legged dog, Nougat, was picked up by the Dąbie police and saved from a most certain death by accident. After a period of quarantine in the community rescue center, after nobody asked about the little fella, Luaksz was asked to adopt the orphaned dog. We welcome this sweet
Our sanctuary Fallada / Poland – Rescue of Lapka (6 y.o.) and Megi (1.5 y.o.)
From our program for former chained dogs: This beautiful girl, Lapka, is still very anxious and insecure towards humans, but we can see daily progress in her trust, especially with our female animal keepers. Welcome Lapka and Megi to Fallada.
Our sanctuary Fallada / Poland – Rescue of Maciej (11 y.o.)
We adopted this withdrawn 11-year-old male dog from the Kolberg animal shelter.
Our sanctuary Copernika / Poland – Rescue of Bolo (2 y.o.)
Picked up in Lubuskie, this dog was rescued from dire circumstances and an impending accidental death! Welcome dear Bolo to Copernika.
Our Doris Zinn sanctuary / Poland – Rescue of Marcella (11 y.o.) and Matus (11 y.o.)
It is hard to believe how Marcella could have endured her miserable existence for 7 years, especially as she obviously suffered greatly from the noise and stress levels of where she was. Not daring to meet our gaze, she tries to hide in a dilapidated dog house. Marcella is
Our sanctuary Spartacus / Poland – Rescue of Mateusz (6 y.o.)
This tomcat, estimated at 6 years old, sought and found refuge with us!
Our sanctuary Copernika / Poland – Rescue of Pikulina (2 y.o.)
Left mercilessly alone to impending starvation, this small female had been tied to a tree and abandoned. Sweet as she appears, little Pikulina, has some difficulties dealing with people and has to learn to trust again.
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi / Poland – Rescue of Grzesiek (5 y.o.)
A man found this homeless cat and wanted to take care of him - but the woman of the house did not agree and so the gentleman asked us to take care of this lost soul. We could not refuse the urgent request.
Our sanctuary Copernika / Poland – Rescue of Saba (12 y.o.)
Rescue of a chained 12-year-old dog: We received a call to help by the municipality of Zagorze Czerwinsk. Saba is emaciated and in bad shape. Welcome, dear Saba, to Lukasz in Copernika.
Our sanctuary Samaria I / Poland – Rescue of Joanna (6 mo.)
The enchanting Joanna suddenly appeared out of nowhere in front of our sanctuary office in Samaria. Obviously homeless, she sought refuge with us - we gladly accepted her!
Our sanctuary “Copernika” – Rescue of Barnabas
Saved from extreme destitution after a miserable life on a chain - Barnabas was in a completely decrepit, emaciated state of health.
Our sanctuary “Fallada” – Miloslaw/Gerald (7 y.o.)
It's late in the evening of January 30, 2023. All of our 21 rescued pigs have arrived safely at Delicia Natural. Everyone feeling grateful to have rescued lives that would have been extinguished, and thus able to give them a new happy and fulfilled life. On our way back
Our sanctuaries “Fallada und Sussita Kumi” – Miron (7 mo.), Marcim (4 y.o.) and mother Majah (7 y.o.)
Freed from a life on chains. During Natascha's visit to Poland on the way to Delicia Natural, the day of the pig rescue, she discovered three chained-up dogs in miserable circumstances. Natascha succeeded in convincing the owners to leave the family of dogs to us and to stop acquiring
Our sanctuary “Fallada” – Rescue of Carbi (6 y.o.) and Nuciola (6 y.o.)
Carbi and Nuciola were also adopted from an animal shelter in Kolberg during Natascha's visit to Poland in January 2023.
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Rescue of Mikolai (7 y.o.)
We took over care of this adorable boy from a Kolberg animal shelter. A large scar on his forehead and the loss of an eye were evidence of a serious assault or an accident. Both front legs had definitely been broken a few months prior, with one still hanging
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Pasa (10 y.o.)
This poor boy had a comminuted fracture of the Jaw. It is inconceivable how agonizingly he would have perished without our intervention. Once again, thanks to the tireless efforts of Nilgung and her team, they were able to save him through extensive therapy.
Our sanctuary “Doris Zinn” – Rescue of Kora (12 y.o.)
From our program for former chained dogs, Kora has serious heart problems. We were able to convince the owner to hand the old gal over to us so she could receive optimal care.
Our sanctuary “Sorriso di San Francesco” – Rescue of Giovanni (2 y.o.)
The little dog was found wandering on country road in despair. He hadn't been microchipped and someone obviously wanted to get rid of him.
Our sanctuary “Copernika” – Rescue of Aura, Ariel, Alan, Aston (ea. 1 y.o.)
On Christmas Eve 2022, the living room of a needy woman caught fire causing much damage. The woman had 5 dogs and was able to save herself and the dogs at the last second from the flames. Nobody felt compelled to help the woman and her dogs, who had
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Ekin (4 y.o.)
When we found Ekin he had an open fracture that was already highly infected and necrotic - the leg had to be amputated.
Our sanctuary “Fallada” – Rescue of Karo (6 y.o.)
Liberation of Karo, a chained dog.
Our sanctuary “Rendezvous mit Tieren” – Adali (9 mo.), Adele (7 mo.), Amir (7 mo.), Abel (8 mo.) and Ava (2.5 mo.)
Six calves rescued at the last second from certain destitution after being kept in horrible conditions. Amir and Amira were so weak that they could neither stand up nor walk. Amir unfortunately died on February 20th, 2023. Abel, Adali Adele and Ava are also in severely degraded nutritional condition.
Our sanctuary “Kolebka Slonca” – Rescue of Bella (5 y.o.) und Stella (5 y.o.)
Two street dogs rescued from a dire situation in Poland.
Our sanctuary “Kolebka Slonca” – Rescue of Leon (5 mo.)
Rescue of a little dog who had been abandoned and was at risk of falling victim to traffic.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Rocky (3.5 y.o.)
Thanks to the extraordinary commitment and the loving, intensive care of a private Bulgarian animal rights activist, Rocky was able to make a heroic recovery to a happy dog's life. The woman found the discarded dog lying on the side of the road, nearly in agony. Of course, we
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Kale (5.5 y.o.), Mattes (2.5 y.o.), Max (1 y.o.)
We were able to rescue from a killing facility in Slatina/Romania.
Our sanctuary “Kolebka Slonca” – Rescue of Laura (5 y.o.)
Rescue of a dog who was hanging around a gas station who had likely been abandoned.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of the adorable Aisi (5 y.o.)
Taken over from a Ukrainian refugee family.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Frederico (1.5 y.o.)
Taken over from Shanghai animal rescue.
Our sanctuary ” Copernika/Poland – Rescue of Roni (11 y.o.) from Swiecko
A man observed this stray dog which kept coming out of the forest near his property. He offered it food. The dog's behavior suggested that it must have been wild for a very long time (to this day Roni cannot eat from the dog's bowl, but only from the
Our sanctuary “Copernika”/Poland – Rescue of Askim
Askim was rescued from barbaric cage life in an antisocial surrounding.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Viki (1.5 y.o.) from Korea
The female dog must have experienced something terrible. She is still completely scared and shy.
Our sanctuary “Yasam Vadisi”/Turkey – Rescue of Yigit (30 y.o.) from Edremit
Nilgun was contacted by the police and urgently asked for help. The owner of a mule had severely abused him with kicks and punches. There are actually recordings of it. His right hind leg is stiff. The case is now in court and Yigit (the brave one) - thankfully
Our sanctuary “Sorriso di San Francesco”/Italy – Rescue of Ruggero (5 y.o.)
The hunting dog was found roaming the fields near Assisi, emaciated, distraught and terrified.
Our sanctuary “Samaria II”/Poland – Rescue of Schalom
We learned about the miserable fate of a 6-year-old mare who had been isolated in a small room for 2 years. She was malnourished, weak and suffered from laminitis. The owner had decided to give up animal husbandry and hand over the mare to be transported to an Italian
Our sanctuary “Kolebka Slonca”/Poland – Rescue of Kornel (8 mo.)
The little boy had been abandoned and threatened to fall victim to traffic.
Our sanctuary “Kolebka Slonca”/Poland – Rescue of street dog Kira (1 y.o.)
Rescue of street dog Kira (1 y.o.) from Slubice.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Fadime (5 mo.)
A stray kitten with an eye condition and very limited eyesight.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue Oskar (3 y.o.), Ulrike (11 mo.), Jack (11 mo.), Elli (5 y.o.)
Taken over from the Greek animal shelter.
Our sanctuary “Fallada”/Poland – Rescue of Azor (2 y.o.) and Aga ( 1 y.o.)
Azor and Aga's owner was placed in a nursing home, leaving his chained dog and cat at the homestead. We were called to help. See Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOlo5swRwMY
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Floris (5 y.o.)
Taken over from Shanghai animal rescue.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Kayra (10 mo.)
Rescue of Kayra, a street dog, enduring agonizing destitution and suffering from distemper.
Our sanctuary “Our Sorisso di San Francesco”/Italy – Rescue of Aaron (2.5 y.o.) and Boris (6 y.o.)
Rescued from a devastating antisocial setting. The veterinary office asked us for help.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Alli (1 y.o.) and Piglet (1 y.o.)
Dropped off at vet in Shanghai and not picked up again. Handed over to us from Shanghai animal rescue.
Our greyhound sanctuary Avalon/Ireland – Rescue of Edgar
We received an emergency call from a lady at whose gate a dog showed up seeming to ask for help. It seemed as if he had fled from his owner. Of course we immediately drover to her house. The lurcher was in pitiful condition, emaciated, covered in mange, fleas
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Adem (4 y.o.)
The tomcat was found on the street with a deformed leg.
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous mit Tieren” – Rescue of Benka (5 mo.)
Benka (5 mo.), was picked up off the street by Florentina Cioaca, a Romanian animal rights activist. His whole body was wounded from being attacked by larger dogs. She took Benka straight to a vet and asked us for help.
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous mit Tieren” – Rescue of Jum Jum (6 mo.)
Florentina Cioaca found little Jum Jum abandoned in a forest. The puppy was completely disoriented and quickly she realized he was blind. After his stay at the vet, she urgently looked for a place for him. We were happy to offer our help. Jum Jum has developed into a
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous mit Tieren” – Rescue of Miramis (8 mo.)
Miramis was found on the street by Florentina Cioaca. She was desperate to find a home for him, but there is little hope for a big black dog who is also nervous and anxious. We were Mirami's only chance to get out of Romania and we will do everything
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous mit Tieren” – Rescue of Mio (5 mo.)
Little Mio was abandoned in the woods with a bad leg injury and left to fend for himself. Luckily he was found in time by Florentina Cioaca and taken to a vet. After his recovery, the animal rights activist urgently looked for a home for him. We took the
Our sanctuary “Kolebka Slonca”/Poland – Rescue of sibling puppies Jula, Jola, Joko (ea. 5 mo.)
Rescue of orphaned and homeless sibling puppies Jula, Jola, Joko (ea. 5 mo.) from the streets of Kostrzyn.
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi”/Poland – Rescue of Gabrysia (1.5 y.o.)
Handed over to our clinic by her owner without comment.
Our sanctuary ” Kolebka Slonca”/Poland – Rescue of siblings Bora, Elza, Elka, Edzia (ea 5 mo.) from Slonsk
The puppies were born in an abandoned farmhouse. At risk of dying a miserable death, the municipality urgently asked us to take the animals in.
Our office ” Grünes Haus” – Rescue of Gabriel (ca. 2 y.o.)
Rescue of Gabriel (about 2 y.o.). A feral tomcat with eye problems was rescued from perishing at a rubbish dump.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of 9 dogs
Maxy, Ella, Macro, Carla, Tomy, Cica, Tara, Bella, Cora - all 8 months old, come from a Romanian animal shelter in Targu Mures. Mainly because of the threatening winter approaching, we could not turn a blind eye to the Romanian animal rights activists' call for help.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Taking in Kömür
At least 12 years old, a toothless hunting dog, Kömür, was set out on the streets and "disposed of" after he had become blind and "unfit". After we gave him veterinary care, he was allowed to move to Yasam Vadisi, where he can now enjoy his old age.
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Taking in Volodimir (25 y.o.), Vitalij (29 y.o.) and Vitalija (29 y.o.)
The owner of the three horses was seriously ill and begged us for help. We couldn't ignore the fate of the three elder horses - welcome to Sussita Kumi!
Our sanctuary “Yasam Vadisi”
Safe at our sanctuary Yasam Vadisi (Valley of Life) little Begüm ("the princess") saw her first light of day on November 24th. We were able to buy her mother Mengü free in July this year along with 15 other sheep at the ‘Festival of the Sacrifice’ in Burhanye.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Taking in Gamze
Once again another accident victim was admitted to our clinic. The 5-year-old Gamze was found seriously injured on the side of the road.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie”
Menta (1 y.o.) and Bobby (3 y.o.) were in danger of being executed in a dog slaughterhouse in Shanghai. The two were rescued by "Shanghai Rescue" animal rights activists and are now at our Fellosphie sanctuary hoping for a very happy adoption.
Our sanctuary “Fallada” – Taking in Pigwa
The 10-year-old female dog had lived at a company in Trzebiatow, as their so-called “company dog”. When the company went bankrupt, nobody felt responsible anymore. We are grateful that we were informed of her fate.
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous mit Tieren” – Rescue of Goldmarie
Our friend Norbert Kollmer learns the fate of a four-month-old calf. A twin birth, underdeveloped and therefore “unprofitable” and “useless” to the farmer. The farmer decided to hand the calf over to a cattle trader for slaughter. Norbert paid for the calf’s freedom and asked us to take him
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous mit Tieren” – Mia (10 y.o.) and Luna (17 y.o.)
The donkey Mia and the pony Luna had been confiscated by a veterinary inspection office because of their precarious animal keeping conditions. The office turned to Hasan Tatari and asked for the two neglected animals to be taken in.
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous mit Tieren” – Rescue of Skay
Skay (8 mo.) was rescued from the Ukraine by friends of Pro Animale and initially a foster home in Berlin was found. However, since the young male was extremely traumatized - he must have experienced severe abuse and also has a severe deformation of the left front leg -
Our sanctuary “Keimzelle” – Rescue of 7 dogs
Carina (2.5 y.o.), Catalin (1 y.o.), Catalina (2 y.o.), Claudia (5.5 y.o.), Codrula (2 y.o.), Constanza (2.5 y.o.), Cosmin ( 2 y.o.) come from a Romanian animal shelter in Targu Mures. Whenever our capacity allows, we feel obliged to help this shelter with the adoption of dog refugees.
Our “Rendez-vous mit Tieren” – Taking in two goats and two sheep
The two goats Samira (3 y.o.) and Salva (5 y.o.) as well as the two sheep Marcelina (5 y.o.) and Georgina (6 y.o.) had become superfluous because the property of their deceased former owner was to be sold. Together with his team, Hasan Tatari managed to bring the very
Our office “das Grünes Haus” – Hamlet (2.5 y.o.)
Saved from miserable conditions at a Schweinfurt waste dump, Hamlet has already found a dream home.
Our sanctuary Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Phoebe and her Kittens
We were able to rescue the one-year-old mother cat Phoebe and her 6-month-old babies Peace, Pearl, Pablo and Picasso from a precarious, anti-social breeding environment. Now the beautiful cat family is waiting for loving placement in a private home in our "Rendez-vous mit Tieren".
Sussita Kumi – Elza (5 y.o.) and Sony (2 y.o.)
The two female cats were given to us after their owner passed away.
Our Rendez-vous mit Tieren – Nina
The owner of 3-year-old Nina fled Iran to Germany with her puppy. Unfortunately, she fell seriously ill after her arrival and was no longer able to take care of Nina. Of course we could not ignore the call for help and took Nina into our care.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Taking in the estimated 10-year old Abdullah
The forestry office contacted Nilgün, they had caught a feral horse with old breakage. Of course, Nilgün agrees to take him to our Yasam Vadisi immediately.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Max
In tears and completely desperate, a man called Lukasz for help, explaining that he is seriously ill and has to give up his dog. He urgently asks us to take Max into our care.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Havan
Nilgün is called to the scene of a dog lying seriously injured on the highway. When Nilgün arrives at the scene of the accident, she sees a dog’s body lying completely distorted and disfigured.
Our Lifeline for Irish Horses – Rescue of Ambrosius
The billy goat was wandering disoriented in the streets of Tuam. He too must have been abandoned. Of course, we immediately arranged everything to rescue him and take him in with us - a very warm welcome, dear Ambrosius!
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Cocolores
Walkers had found an orphaned quail chick in a ditch, taken it home and lovingly cared for it. Now they were anxious to find a safe and loving future for their fosterling and turned to us with the request to take it in our Sorriso di San Francesco.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Fiocco
While jogging, a young man had discovered a white dwarf lion-headed rabbit, which had obviously been abandoned, right by the road - it was in danger of falling victim to traffic and was in danger of perishing. Of course we took the little delicate creature into our care.
Our office “das Grüne Haus” – Rescue of Gentleman
We received a call from the administration: walkers had found an obviously abandoned rooster in the forest. Armed with a landing net and towels, three of our only five employees in the office, went to the scene. They quickly succeeded in catching the rooster. So Gentleman, as we have
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Desa and Sonia
Desa (4,5 y.) and Sonia (2,5 y.) were picked up as street dogs. Of course, we took the two into our care to save them from ending up on the street.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Adriano and Oswaldo from Italy
Whenever it is possible for us to adopt dogs from a canile, we feel obliged. This is what happened with Adriano (4 years) and Oswaldo (3 years), both from a canile in Sicily. Adriano is still completely traumatized and scared, he must have experienced terrible things.
Our sanctuary Spartacus / Doris Zinn – Rescue of Leo and Barry
The takeover of 12-year-old Leo with heart disease and 10-year-old Bary with severe arthritis from our program for former chain dogs - we are grateful if the owners of the dogs agree to give us their dogs in need of health care. How wonderful that Leo has already found
Our Lifeline for Irish Horses – Rescue of Alonso
We were called, a billy goat was wandering orphaned in Woodford – he had certainly been abandoned and was in danger of falling victim to traffic.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of only 2 days old Askim
Walkers find on the street an orphaned and close to dying 2 days young kitten with an umbilical cord still attached.
Our foster home Samaria I – Anastasja/Argentina and Alessja/Kabia from Ukraine
The animal rights organization PETA had put everything into rescuing 2 horses from Ukraine. Since our foster homes, Samaria I and Samaria II are located not far from the Ukrainian border, Dr. Wojciech was able to help organize the transport.
Our “Rendezvous mit Tieren” – Rescue of Jacky
The little grandfather Jacky was given to us by a Pro Animale member because unfortunately, they could no longer adequately care for him due to serious age reasons
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Moritz
The courageous animal welfare activist Olga Sirkou asked us to take in Moritz (4 years). We can not resist this request and gladly help. Today Moritz is waiting for adoption in our Fellosophie.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Gece
People brought a blind kitten to Nilgün at the clinic to have it put to sleep. Since the little cat appeared otherwise completely healthy, Nilgün took the pathetic animal child to her home.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Ron
Ron (4,5 years) was found on the streets of Slonsk and brought to Lukasz.
Our sanctuary Samaria II – Rescue of Wladyslaw and Wladimir
Rescue of Wladyslaw and Wladimir – two former workhorses from the international animal transport to Italy!
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Burhan
The little cat had been hit hard by a car and thrown to the curb. Passers-by reacted immediately and called Nilgün to help.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescuing 5 dogs from a disastrous situation
Lukasz learns about dogs that suffer privately under dramatic, disastrous conditions - on chains, often for days without water and food! Together with the police, he is able to rescue all 5 dogs in a large-scale operation. Equally shocking as the dogs lived there, is the fate of the
Our office “das Grüne Haus” – Rescue of Ballerina
Shortly before closing time, we receive a call from a lady in our administration in Schweinfurt who has picked up a kitten on the street threated to fall victim to traffic. Of course, we immediately agreed, she could bring the kitten in the evening. The little one has fleas
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Christina, Mick and Mucke
Christina (1.5 years), Mick (7 years), and Mucke (5 years) were rescued from the Slatina kill shelter in Romania by a Pro Animale member and we were asked to take them in.
Our sanctuary Spartacus / Doris Zinn – Rescue of Zosia
Our co-worker Janek, who is responsible for feeding many dogs in the refuges within the program for former chain dogs, suddenly found the kitten under the hood of his car.
Our “Rendezvous mit Tieren” – Rescue of Umberto
An animal lover learned about the fate of a small ram living in precarious conditions near Berlin
Our sanctuary Fallada – Rescue of Jola
We were begged to take Jola into our care. So we did.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Colomba
The Romagnolo pigeon Colomba was found unable to fly in the forecourt of a school in Assisi.
Our alternative cat sanctuary Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Bambo and Julita
Bambo (7 years) was left alone after his owner passed away.
Our sanctuary Rendezvous mit Tieren – Takeover of two llamas
Takeover of two blinded llamas from a disastrous traveling circus.
Our sanctuary Fallada – Rescue of Kesi
We were informed that an emaciated puppy had been wandering around the village of Unieradz for two weeks.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Tolga and Tuba
The cat siblings Tolga and Tuba (5 weeks) had been abandoned in a cardboard box.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Findik
The small 2-year-old Findik had been abandoned in heat and was chased by three large Kangal males.
Our sanctuary Pastorale – Rescue of Hannika
Kamio and Karol (4 years) - The two rabbits were given away - they were threatened with slaughter. Unfortunately, Karol died of a tumor shortly after his arrival. Kamio is now allowed to live a happy rabbit life in our Pastorale.
Our alternative cat sanctuary Sussita Kumi – Rescue of Adam
The little cat, Adam (5 months) from Byszewo, tried to settle in a sawmill, clearly too dangerous a place for the adventurer, so we were asked to take the little one in.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Gaudenzio, Gastone, Gasparo, and Emma
Four “unfit for hunting” setters, whose so far terrible fate we should now change for the better.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Taking in Sweetie
We could not resist the request to take in Sweetie (3 years) from Korea and welcomed her with open hearts.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Taking in Achille, Afrodite, and Atena
The three magical setter-mix puppies were born around April 21, 2022.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Tanking in Czarny
Czarny (3 years) - Lukasz receives an urgent request to take in an apparently homeless dog that has been staying near the Czarnow church and school for days, begging for food.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Dost
Dost (7 years) – Nilgün is called to find a female dog in catastrophic condition lying by the side of the road – completely emaciated and unable to walk.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Akela
Akela (1,5 years) is a Czech wolfdog.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Bessi, Bella, Blanka, Beti, and Piorun
Residents of Slonsk informed Lukasz that a pack of feral dogs was roaming around and that four 8-week-old puppies without a mother had been found in a bale of straw in a cow pasture. Of course, we immediately took care of the orphaned puppies. A few hours later, the
Our sanctuary Pastorale – Rescue of Hannika
A Pro Animale friend had acted courageously when he finally succeeded with the cat trap in catching a stray mother cat that had demonstrably given birth to its third litter of kittens this year – an endless cat tragedy.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Tanking in Norvi
Norvi (8 years) was picked up as a street dog by the city police in Kostrzyn and brought to us.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Taking in Rudi
Rudi (1 year) was picked up as a street dog by the city police in Slonsk and brought to us.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Taking in Olga and Birba
The doctor of the Asl asked us if we could take in two hunting dogs abandoned near the church in the center of Assisi. Of course, we accepted and welcomed Olga and Birba in our "Sorriso die San Francesco".
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Bombelix
Bombelix (5 years) was picked up as a street dog by the city police in Kostrzyn and brought to us.
Our sanctuary Pastorale – Taking in 3 kittens
A young couple had taken over three cat puppies from the neighborhood, but they were to discover within a few days that they were allergic to cat hair.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Taking in 5 cats
The veterinary office learned that an old lady had passed away and her five cats were left unattended.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Taking over Charlie and Pixie
We took over Charlie (1 year) and Pixie (2 years) from a private animal welfare activist from Romania, who could save the two from the killing shelter.
Our veterinary clinic Altinoluk – Taking in Marvi
A 10-week-old puppy was brought to us in a precarious state of health, suffering from bloody diarrhea. It should turn out that the little boy was sick with parvovirosis. Miraculously, and only through the magnificent care of Nilgün and her team, the little boy Marvi survived.
Our sanctuary ‘Rendezvous mit Tieren’ – Rescue of Vito
Vito (12 years) - What a private, not uncommon tragedy: Vito's owner had to move to a retirement home, and the family had no time to take care of their father's best friend, Vito, a small blind and heart-sick dachshund. Of course, we couldn't say no to taking the
Our sanctuary Fallada – Taking in Fiona
A family from Trzebiatow asked us urgently to take over their dog Fiona (4 years) - the dog was aggressive towards the children. When we received the little dog, we could easily see that the family was probably aggressive towards the little dog, because the little one only snapped
Our sanctuary Avalon – Rescue of Little Joe
We were notified that a small mixed breed dog of about 2 years old had been found on the road between Avalon and Woodford.
Our sanctuary Yasam Vadisi – Birth of Mesut
Mesut ("the lucky one") - What a gift from heaven and to Mali. The little Mesut saw the light of day on 12.8.2022 well protected in the care of Nilgün in "Yasam Vadisi". Nilgün had saved the 32-year-old pregnant donkey Mali, who had multiple tumors on her body, on
Marille May – Rescue of Simsalabim
The typical fate of a pony from private hobby keeping that has become superfluous: one lost interest, had "no more time and no more desire" to take care of the former acquisition. At least one could still get good money for it at the dealer. So the little gelding
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Baffo and Moschina
Baffo (9 years) and Moschina (12 years) - Of no use they had been gotten rid of. The golden Baffo proved to be unfit for hunting, and the Foxhound girl Moschina had now had her days. Thank heavens that fate lead the two to our "Sorriso di San Francesco".
Our veterinary clinic – Rescue of Derman
Nilgün receives the emergency call that there is a Kangal puppy in very bad condition in the city center. The typical drama in the destitution of street dogs is again exemplified here: the just 3 months young orphaned Kangal is already marked by severe mange and demodicosis, completely dehydrated
Our veterinary clinic – Rescue of Enes
Residents notified us that an orphaned kitten (6 weeks old) was crying piteously. When Nilgün arrived on the scene, she saw that the small, needy creature was stuck on a tree root and could only be saved by the intervention of the fire department. The latter also immediately rushed
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Bob
Bob (2 years) was picked up as a street dog by the city police in Kostrzyn and brought to us.
Our sanctuary ‘Rendezvous mit Tieren’ – Rescue of Cyprus, Cezar, and Celia
The three five months young kittens Cyprus, Cezar, Celia had wanted to get rid of and abandoned them in front of "Sussita Kumi".
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Chanel and Sofia
We learned of the fate of two dwarf tips, which were to be sold in the newspaper for 1800 €, we suspect from dubious breeder scene. However, since the two dogs were in a completely neglected, matted condition, the dealer found no buyers and left the two to a
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Pana and Jota
During their vacations in Greece, Pro Animale members had found the two puppies Pana (4 months) and Jota (4 months), who were in danger of dying in agony.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Shuai Shuai and Bandito
We owe the rescue of Shuai Shuai (2 years) and Bandito (3 years) to the courageous efforts of the Shanghai Animal Rescue team, who were able to save the two puppies from the threat of horrific slaughter. You are warmly welcome to our Fellosophie.
Our veterinary clinic – Rescue of Hannele
Hannele (6 weeks) – a motherless wandering dog was brought to us severely injured.
Schafhof bei Memento – Rescue of Damian, Dariusz and Derek
Three imposing billy goats, bursting with power, suddenly appeared out of the blue one morning in the pasture of our sheep farm near Memento.
Kentavrosfarm – Rescue of Christos
The very old mule Christos (30 years), which after many years of work was no longer usable for anything, had been abandoned and left to die of agony.
Our sanctuary Fallada – Rescue of Argos
The owner of Argos (10 years) died after an accident, the police informed us and asked us to take care of Argos who was left unattended.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Mopsik
Little Mopsik was picked up as a street dog from Osno, he was in danger of falling victim to traffic.
Samaria II in Poland – Rescue of Ashoka
The just 6 months young boy, had injured his lower lip so badly in an accident that he had become unfit for riding, he was to be consigned to the slaughterhouse.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of Anabel
Anabel (8 years) was picked up in the forest at the Woodstock Festival in Kostrzyn, we suspect she was abandoned because of her severe chronic mange.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Claire, Teo and Gina
Claire (1 yr.), Teo (5 yrs.) and Gina (1 yr.) were adopted from a private animal welfare organization in Italy, who asked us for help. The enchanting Claire had been cruelly abandoned by her owners in the mountains, if she had not been found there,
Our sanctuary Yasam Vadisi – Rescue of Ferida
Ferida (8 years) had fallen victim to a car accident on the day of the Feast of the Sacrifice, her owner refused to lift a finger for the injured mare on that day.
Our sanctuary Yasam Vadisi – Rescue of 16 sheep
Rescue from imminent slaughter of 16 sheep
New offspring in our Sorisso di San Francesco
When we took in 10 sheep in February, which had been confiscated by the veterinary office from disastrous conditions, we had no idea that 4 of them were pregnant. In March Pamela gave birth to her lamb Pancratio, which unfortunately died after a few days due to severe deformities
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Cinderella
We were on our way home and had just crossed the Polish border when a dog ran around nervously and upset on the busy main road.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Ginger
Only 2 months old, Ginger was born in a breeding of Maremmano dogs for hunting.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Pedro
The 2 year old Segugio Pedro had proven to be unfit for hunting and so he became a reject.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Eshi
Here, too, we were asked by the vet of the Asl to take over the 6-month young girl, who had been abandoned by her owners. Pulcinella is an enchanting little sweetheart.
Our vet clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Orhan
How the 3-month-old kitten got lost high up in a tree on the grass verge in the middle of a 4-lane motorway is a mystery.
Our vet clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Erol
Mercilessly left to nature’s forces, the little cat lay under an olive tree in scorching heat –
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Cesare and Cleopatra
The puppies Cesare and Cleopatra, just 3 months old, were orphaned and desperate in the fields near Assisi.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Taking over Bruno and Arthur
We have adopted these two spirited males from precarious social circumstances.
Our sanctuary Copernika/Poland – Taking over 8 dogs
Doris, Diego, Dalton, Dukat, Dyzio, Dorian, Denver and Dzinks – from Lagoda.
Our Yasam Vadisi – Rescue of Gonca
One evening at 8:37 p.m. we received an emergency call from a woman in Istanbul who had noticed a small, sick and emaciated horse in the middle of the city center.
Our alternative cat sanctuary – Rescue of 7 cats
Renia (2 years), Rambo (2 months), Ricardo (2 months), Rubinka (2 months) Mom Renia was found with her 3 kittens on the roadside of Siemysl. The little family was in great danger of falling victim to the traffic.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Andy, Joulia, and Lisa
And again we could not resist the request of the courageous animal welfare activist Olga Sirkou and have taken over the three dog protégés Andy (9 y.), Joulia (5 y.), Lisa (2.5 y.) from her shelter Odysseas in Greece.
Our vet clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Elif
A resident in Altinoluk notifies Nilgün that there is suddenly a dog in front of her house that she has never seen before, she let her into her front yard and offered the starving dog food and water.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Julle
We took the little Pinscher girl Julle (1.5 years old) from socially precarious circumstances into our care
Our sanctuary Pastorale – Taking in Rita and Roko
We took the cats Rita and Roko from private owners into our care - the owner could no longer take care of his kittens due to serious health reasons.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Toto
Rescue from a killing station in Slatina via a private animal protector. Toto had an inoperable injury on the hind leg, it is thanks to his angelic and kind-hearted character that he already found a private home.
Our Sorisso di San Francesco – Rescue of Zeus
Rescue of the 12-year-old Breton dog Zeus – exploited as a compliant tool, he was now no longer fit for hunting at the age of 12 and was to be disposed of by his owner.
Our vet clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Pembe
Once, as a very small puppy, I was fondled and carried around – suddenly I fell ill with an unbearably itchy skin disease, lost my fur, was no longer beautiful to look at and so my humans threw me out onto the street and left
Our sanctuary Pastorale – Rescue of Berta and Brunhilde
The two little calves are prototypical of the excesses and crimes of dairy farming.
Our sanctuary ‘Rendezvous mit Tieren’ – Rescue of Nino and Nelio
Hassan Tatari was notified that two 3-month-old kittens were wandering orphaned not far from our rendezvous with animals in Markgrafpieske and were in danger of falling victim to traffic.
Our sanctuary Copernika/Poland – Rescue of 3 Racoon orphans
Lukasz, Leszek, and Lucja – The office of Köstrin turns to Lukasz seeking help: Three raccoon orphans had been recovered in a gutter.
Marille May sanctuary – Dante’s rescue
Rescue from international animal death transport to one of Italy’s slaughterhouses.
Sanctuary Kollmerhof – Rescue of Antoine
Antoine (17 years) was rescued from international animal death transport to one of Italy’s slaughterhouses.
Sanctuary Kollmerhof – Rescue of Svenja
Svenja (11 years) was rescued from the international animal death transport to one of the slaughterhouses in Italy.
Our Memento – Taking in sheep Sabrina
Sabrina (3 months) – An animal rights activist from northern Poland experiences firsthand in a neighbor’s garden the dramatic situation of a mother sheep with her two freshly whelped lambs.
Our sanctuary Copernika/Poland – Taking in Lemon
Lemon (5 years) – After tragic and unsuccessful attempts by an animal welfare worker to take in and place him, we are asked to take on the fate of this scared and traumatized dog child.
Lukasz is taking in Mattheusz and Marta
Mattheusz (3 years) and Marta (16 years) – Lukasz learns through the community about the fate of a destitute, over 80-year-old lady who has a big heart for dogs – but lives in disastrous, poor living conditions.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Leo, Lillie, and Lucie
Leo (2 years), Lilly (2 years, Lucie (1,5 years) - Private animal welfare activists from Romania save three street dogs from being sent to one of the death camps. They ask us for help and adoption of Leo, Lilly and Lucie.
Our sanctuary Copernika/Poland – Rescue of Camille
Camille – “Rigorously and heartlessly I was thrown out on the street by my owner.
Our Yasam Vadisi/Turkey – Rescue of Mali and Merve
Rescue of Mali (35 years) and Merve(25 years): Every day our courageous Nilgün receives emergency calls
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Taking in Sara
A woman from Radakhov acts courageously when she observes a heavily pregnant female on the street. She takes Sara (4 years) into her care, she gives birth to her puppies at the ladies home, who houses the small dog family with her over the winter. The lady keeps one
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Taking in Baron
Emaciated and neglected Baron (7 months) was found by people from Charzyno. They took care of him for some time - but unfortunately they could not keep him and asked us to take him in.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Whisky
A tragic emergency call reached us: A very old couple had rescued Whisky (5 years) from Portugal at the time. Now the owner was terminally ill and asked us to take in her beloved dog child.
Our sanctuary Doris Zinn-Herberge – Taking in Gold
We took the disturbed and fearful grandfather Gold (12 years) from the animal shelter Kolberg to us: His musculature is already strongly atrophied and he was hardly able to move.
Our sanctuary Rendezvous – Rescue of Funtik
2.5-year-old Funtik was rescued from the Ukrainian war. The little guy is from near Kiev.
Our sanctuary Spartacus/Poland – Taking in Inka and Irma
The two sensitive quiet-footed girls Inka and Irma, both 1 year old, had been abandoned in front of our gate in SPARTACUS.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Taking in Mayo
1 year old Mayo had been ruthlessly thrown out onto the streets by his owners. The teacher of a school from Golice informed Lukasz that a dog was in danger of falling victim to traffic.
Our sanctuary ‘Keimzelle’ – Rescue of 35 pigeons
We received an emergency call at our headquarters in Schweinfurt: A pigeon owner who had regularly bred and slaughtered his animals had been placed in a nursing home.
Our clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Mizra
“Like a heavy thunderstorm: suddenly I crash into a car – an unbearable stabbing pain runs through my body. I am no longer myself. Someone picks me up and puts me in a box. It is night.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Taking in Kris
Kris, the golden boy had been thrown out onto the streets by his owners with a nonchalance and without batting an eye and "got rid" of him ... How good that we learned about his fate. He, too, may soon hope for loving adoptive parents after going through the
Our clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Avni
“A long time ago, I had been hit by a car on the road and thrown against the side of the road.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Thor
Seven-year-old Thor spent his whole life on an industrial site in Siberia, “serving” to guard the property. Animal friends learned of his miserable fate and managed to rescue him – they urgently asked us to help take Thor in.
Our clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Taner
Nilgün was informed that a dog had been shot and was seriously injured in a ditch.
Our clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Aslan
The elderly and now worn-out herding dog had been disposed of, his strength had faded and he could no longer serve his master.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Taking in Roki
Little Roki was vagabonding near a school and kept trying to make contact with the children playing in the playground. He no longer wanted to be alone and was looking for someone to take care of him. The headmistress contacted Lukasz and implored him to help.
Our Memento/Poland – Rescue of a little sheep family
Rescue of a small sheep family, mother Anastasia and father Abraham with Abel and Annika.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Taking in Hela
Hela's owner had gotten rid of the 11-year-old dog lady without any second thought and "threw" her out onto the street...
Our sanctuary Rendezvous – Rescuing 3 goats
We purchased the freedom of 3 highly aged goats from the shepherd's milieu. Today Mathilda, Marlene and Marina live in our small herd of goats in the "Rendezvous with Animals".
Our Sussita Kumi/Poland – Taking in Pumba
We took over the 10-year-old shepherd dog Pumba from the Kolberg animal shelter because she was suffering from a tumour which, thank God, our vet was able to remove surgically. Welcome Old Lady.
Our Yasam Vadisi/Turkey – Rescue of Lale
Nilgün received an emergency call about a donkey mare lying badly injured on the beach.
Our Yasam Vadisi/Turkey – Rescue of Aladin
Nilgün was called in by the environmental agency to help because a young donkey stallion was galloping around the village screaming.
Private caretakers for two little pigeons
At the late hour of 13 April, we receive a call from the excited wife of a craftsman. Her husband was in the process of taking down and replacing huge billboards on the EDEKA premises in Bad Staffelstein and replacing them.
Our clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Taking in blind little Nergiz
We took little Nergiz into our care. The 9 month young little cat is blind and surely would not have survived by herself out on the streets. We will do everything in our power to make her life as enjoyable as possible.
Kollmerhof – Rescue of Moonlight
Like so many horses in riding establishments, the gentle gelding Moonlight's "career" came to an abrupt end. He had had his day and was threatened with euthanasia. When he came to us, he was in a very neglected condition, suffered from coughing, and his teeth needed immediate rehabilitation. Welcome
Our clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Cemal
Nilgün was called: A dog in a very miserable condition was staying around a café in the center of Altinoluk.
Our sanctuary Spartacus/Poland – Taking in Bongo
The 2-year-old Bongo either sleepwalked his way to us in Spartacus or he was abandoned, in any case, Bongo was suddenly there and arrived with us.
Our sanctuary Copernika/Poland – Taking in Phara and Varja
We took in two stranded Ukrainian dog refugees who were left behind during transport and no one wanted to take care of them anymore. The two beautiful girls Varja and Phara come from a private Ukrainian animal welfare organisation that lovingly takes care of poor street dogs and shelters
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Taking in Mara and Tedi
When she was a puppy, she was cute in the eyes of her owner. Now the dog has grown up and has become superfluous and too exhausting. Our Lukasz took Mara in to save her from going to a general animal shelter.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Taking in Peanut
Taking in Peanut, who was rescued from the streets of Romania by a private animal welfare activist. Little Peanut has luckily already found a loving private home for herself.
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Sonia and Lylma
We took 9-year-old Sonia from precarious antisocial millieu and into our care. We were notified about 10-year-old Lylma and were told that the owner had passed away and the dog was left on the homestead without care.
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi/Poland – Taking in Oda
We have taken into our care the frail 15-year-old shepherd grandma Oda from the animal shelter in Kolberg. She was carrying a 4 kilogram mammary tumor. Now two weeks after the operation she is doing well according to the circumstances and we very much hope that Oda will be
Our Yasam Vadisi/Turkey – Rescue of Liman
Rescue of Liman the street dog, who after his castration in our clinic could not be released back onto the streets, surely he would have fallen victim to angry citizens, because he bites men with caps.
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Dymitr
We took 11-year-old Dymitr into our care from the Kolberg animal shelter. He suffers from cataracts and glaucoma and needs adequate eye therapy.
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of Grazyna and Gertruda
We were informed that the owner of two 4 year old cat ladies had passed away and the cats were left in the appartment to fend for themselves.
Our Pastorale/Austria – Rescue of Harald and Rudolf
We quickly took in these two 6-months young magnificent boys Harald and Rufolf before their life was soon to be taken from them.
Rescue of ukrainian animal refugees
After three missions between March and May, thousands of kilometers and several days of travel by Lukasz, Peter and Andreas, more than 100 Ukrainian animal refugees moved into the safe haven of the Pro Animale sanctuaries in Germany, Poland and Austria!
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Perla
The 9-year-old Perla comes from our program for former chain dogs. We brought her to us because she is epileptic and the exact administration of her medication must be guaranteed.
Our sanctuary Doris Zinn – Taking in 4 sweet oldies
Taking in Alfa (12 years) and Alma (10 years) who came from the shelter Kolberg because the two old ladies were oppressed by other dogs in the group. They were so shy and scared that they did not leave the shelter.
Our Yasam Vadisi/Turkey – Rescue of Zarife
We took the red-haired Turkish street dog Zarife into our care - she was threatened to be killed by angry farmers because she had chased the chickens in the village.
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Krzys
Takeover of 9-year-old Krzys from the Kolberg animal shelter due to severe health infirmities.
Our sanctuary Doris Zinn – Taking in Lucy
We took in the severely heart-sick 15-year-old Lucy from our programme for former chain dogs. The owners no longer wanted to take care of their dog and only irregularly administered the medication provided by our vet.
Our sanctuary Doris Zinn – Rescue of Mishka
Mishka also comes from our program for former chain dogs. Our refuge inspector was called because the dog was obviously suffering pain.
Our greyhound sanctuary Avalon/Ireland – Rescue of 3 greyhounds
Valentino came to us from a breeder near Clifton in County Galway – Valentino is a charming, loving boy.
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Reksiu
Adoption of the very old Reksiu from our programme for former chain dogs – his owner had completely neglected him, almost forgotten him…
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of 3 siblings
Rescue of the three siblings Tomek, Marek and Dorota from a devastating life lived on the chain.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Taking in 5 dogs from Greece
Whenever possible, we are happy to help the courageous animal welfare activist Olga Sirkou, who has been courageously helping homeless dogs and cats for over 20 years with the animal shelter she founded in Odysseas, Greece.
Our animal clinic/Turkey – Rescue of Ismail
Ismail came to us after losing a leg during an accident. We hope the 4 year old tomcat will enjoy many years with us despite only having 3 legs.
Our greyhound sanctuary Avalon/Ireland – Rescue of Dottie
We heard about the fate of an old Border Collie female who had served a farmer for years, as is usual in Ireland.
Our Yasam Vadisi/Turkey – Rescue of Mahir
Nilgün receives a call from the nature conservation office in Çanakkale.
Our Yasam Vadisi/Turkey – Rescue of Zehra
Our courageous Nilgün Varos received an emergency call for a donkey.
Our Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of Dante
The magical Dante, as we call him with his entry into Pro Animale life, had probably been abandoned and was wandering around without orientation.
The Kollmerhof – Rescue of Tabeo
The 27-year-old Haflinger gelding Tabeo, was rescued from international transport to Italy for slaughter.
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Taking Wandal into our care
10-year-old Wandal, from our programme for former chain dogs, was taken into our care due to severe ear disease and health need.
Our Sussita Kumi/Poland – The abandoned Dodi
Dodi (2 years old) was abandoned in front of Sussita Kumi.
Our Sorriso di San Francesco – Rescue of Figliolo
The enchanting English Setter Figlio (2 years old) had been put in a hutch by his owner, a hunter, because Figlio was deaf and not suitable for hunting.
Our Sorriso di San Francesco – Rescue of Libera and Libero
The Great Dane pair Libera and Libero, both 5 years old, were shamelessly exploited as breeding dogs and were in a miserable physical condition.
Our Sorriso di San Francesco – Rescue of Madonna and Vela
What a years-long ordeal: the two sisters Fiamma and Figlia had been kept in a hutch from the age of 8 months.
Our sanctuary ‘Doris Zinn-Herberge’ – Rescue of Timon
Max (14 years) and Joka (10 years), two senior dogs from our programme for former chain dogs, were in very poor health and have therefore been taken into our care.
Our sanctuary ‘Fellosophie’ – Taking in Jeck
What a personal tragedy that led us to take in old gentlemen Jeck with 16 years of age. His owner had gotten ill and hospitalized, unable to care for his lifelong 4-legged friend and most loyal companion.
Our animal clinic Altinoluk/Turkey – Rescue of Faik
Poor Faik, a 6 year old tomcat, must have sought shelter inside the motor of this car. He tragically got stuck inside the motor…
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of 4 dogs
Alex (7 months), Elpis (14 months), Leila (14 months), Manolo (12 years) come from the animal shelter Odyssea in Greece.
Our clinic Altinoluk – Rescue of Meto
Meto came into our care with a bad hip fracture. The 7-month old kitten was not able to walk for 3 months. We're doing everything to get the little guy fit again as soon as possible.
Our sanctuary Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Macius, Rafi and Morus
Macius was abandoned on the main road in front of Fallada.
Sanctuary Lebenshof Ritter – Birth of Samuel
Little Samuel saw the light of day on 12 January.
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of Happy and Kasper
Happy (3 years) and Kasper (6 months) were rescued from a Romanian killing station by an animal welfare activist
Our sanctuary ‘Pastorale’ – The birth of 4 little sheep
Phileas and Pelagia, Penelope and Persephone were born in our Pastorale at the beginning of January.
Our sanctuary Avalon/Ireland – Rescue of Black Beauty, Rosebud and Grainne
In the New Year, we were able to rescue two more Greyhound girls. A dedicated vet contacted us as pretty Rosebud, as we now call her, was left with him to be euthanised, barely 18 months old.
Our Sorriso di San Francesco – Rescue of Madonna and Vela
The 12-year-old Madonna, a completely run-down, exhausted hunting dog, was found not far from the entrance gate – tied to a tree.
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Rescue of Nuka
Nuka (4 years) was living with an alcoholic who took good care of her animal when she was sober, but when she was drunk she neglected her dog dramatically and eventually the dog went without food for 2 weeks.
Our clinic ‘Altinoluk’ in Turkey – The story of a poor soul
Tied helplessly in a bag, Cennet was literally thrown away by humans and left on the street.
Our clinic in Turkey ‘Altinoluk’ – Rescue of two cats
Little Zeytin (6 months) was found on the street with an open abdominal hernia and Asyian (approx. 5 years) was taken into our care with severe balance problems.
Our sanctuary ‘Doris Zinn-Herberge’ – Rescue of Timon
We took Timon (7 yrs) into our care as part of our programme for former chained dogs, after the male dog was diagnosed with bone cancer and his owner did not want to pay for his treatment. Due to his illness, Timon's right hind leg unfortunately had to be
Our clinic ‘Altinoluk’ in Turkey – Rescue of Poyraz
Poyraz (3 – 4 years), was found in absolutely disastrous condition at a feeding station.
Our greyhound sanctuary ‘Avalon’ – Rescue of Davina and Minnie
Davina (1,5 y.) and Minnie (1,5 y.) thankfully we were able to rescue them from the notorious breeder scene, both were unfit for racing and were to be disposed of. A warm welcome to both of you!
Our sanctuary ‘Rendezvous für Tiere’ – Rescue of 3 old ladies
We took over the three very old and battered dog ladies Lily (14 years), Sara (13 years) and Dana (14 years) from the Romanian animal shelter in Tirgu Mures.
Our sanctuary ‘Fellosophie’ – Rescue of Lotta and Camillo
Lotta (2 years old) and Camillo (3.5 years old) - came to us from Romania with the help of animal welfare workers. Both dogs were placed one day later.
Our sanctuary ‘Pastorale’ – Rescue of a goat family
Kala and Kiwi (1 month), Karin (9 years) -The mother with the two babies was ransomed by Mr. Ulsamer. Mother gives too little milk and is therefore no longer useful for the goat farm.
Our italian sanctuary ‘Sorriso di San Francesco’ – Rescue of Zoe and Rudy
Zoe (5 yrs) was seized by the Veterinary Office from her first owner for abuse and was subsequently taken to the shelter.
Our greyhound sanctuary ‘Avalon’ – Rescue of Rosalyn
Rosalyn (4 yrs) was abused in the dog racing industry for 3 years. Now she was to be disposed of by her owner, we are always grateful when we can take into our care such thrown away lives.
Our sanctuary ‘Fellosophie’ – Rescue of 14 dogs
Felix (3 years), Leyan (2 years), Leon (2 years) and Monti (2 years) came to us from the Azores via Tierschutz Heilbronn.
Our polish sanctuary ‘Kolebka Slonca’ – Rescue of Kamel
Rescue from a precarious, disastrous situation. The police and the public health officer had been called because in absolutely antisocial conditions a man had allowed his animals to become destitute, including pigs and a dog that the owner had locked in a steel cage for
Our animal shelter Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of Luise Rinser
… a thrown away life, which we were allowed to lead into a new future together.
Our alternative cat shelter Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of 3 cats
Jogi (5 yrs), Walery (3 yrs) and Zuza (3 yrs) were abandoned at our gates in Sussita Kumi and Spartacus.
Our alternative sanctuary ‘Delicia Natural’ in Poland – Rescue of Hendrickjes
The gentle mare had served all her life in a Belgian riding school stable and was now to be sent to the international transport of animals for slaughter, worn out and no longer "fit". We learned about Hendrickje's (27 yrs) fate and could not resist rescuing her.
Our sanctuary ‘Fallada’ – Rescue of Soltys
The mayor of the village of Slowiensko called our Bogdan Andrzejak and told him about a dog that had been wandering around disoriented for some time.
Our sanctuary ‘Doris Zinn-Herberge’ – Rescue of Puszek
We are grateful that the owners of Puszek (12 years old) agreed to leave the little old gentleman to us, they had become completely indifferent to him and so did not care in the least about the welfare and well-being of the little grandfather with
Our sanctuary Spartacus – Rescue of 3 tomcats
The three magnificent tomcats Norbert (6 months), Napoleon (3 years) and Neron (3 years) had simply been abandoned in front of our gate in Fallada directly on the busy road!
Our sanctuary Kolebka Slonca – Rescue of 5 dogs
Our local veterinary office brought us the two senior citizens, the already 14-year-old Labrador mongrel Berta and the 13-year-old Hovawart mongrel, who had certainly served as chain dogs or farm dogs in the past and had now become superfluous!
Our sanctuary Avalon/Ireland – Rescue of 5 greyhounds and a bordercollie
Poetry (4 yrs) – A man had bred Greyhounds all his life and earned quite well with them in the famous “Races”. But at some point the man had become old and decrepit and – thank God – could no longer take part in this
Our sanctuary Fellosophie – Rescue of 5-month-old Mira
We brought Mira to us in response to an urgent emergency call from private animal welfare workers in Bulgaria. A charming, loving and playful girl!
Our sanctuary ‘Rendezvous mit Tieren’ – Adoption of Erna
Adoptive parents, who had taken in this beautiful mixed-breed hunting dog from an organisation in Spain, were overwhelmed with the active and stress-sensitive dog and asked us to adopt her.
Our Lifeline for Irish Horses/Ireland – Rescue of an orphaned kitten
Our dedicated caretaker Marek found an abandoned 4-week-old kitten in a pitiful condition on the edge of the forest towards Woodford. With great affection he took care of little Mia.
Our cat sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Rescue of 6 cats
The owners of Aldona (4 years old), Amorka (4 years old) and Amelka (4 years old) had passed away and our station manager Bogdan Andrzejak was asked by neighbours for help to take in the 3 quiet cats.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of 6 dogs
Creata (2.5 years) and Maya (6 years) – were rescued like so many, by the dedicated Romanian animal welfare activists, they were threatened with death in a killing station.
Our sanctuary “Fallada” – Rescue of 6 dogs
Benio, Bemol, Betty, Bibi, Bronka (2,5 months) are dogs from Charzyno. These five sweethearts were found in front of the gate in Fallada.
Our “Doris Zinn-Herberge” – Rescue of Morgan
The owner of 10-year-old Morgan had sold his property. Despite an initial promise, the new owners did not want to take Morgan on after all. We are happy to welcome this lovely boy into our care and wouldn't it be nice if we could still find him a loving
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Rescue of 6 cats
Filek (3 yrs) came to us half-dead, with severe infections, suppurating teeth and gum hypertrophy, intensive therapy was necessary.
Our sanctuary “Fallada” – Rescue of a horse, a pony and a dog
The owners of the three animals had moved back to Holland for work and had given their animals into care to local residents, who then begged us to take them over.
Our sanctuary “Doris Zinn” – Rescue of Dino and Westa
We took 10-year-old Dino from one of our refuges as part of our programme for former chain dogs. The poor little grandfather suffered from a benign tumour of the mouth, which could be completely removed, but needs intensive aftercare.
Cattle sanctuary “Hartmut Ritter” – Rescue of 9 cattle
We took over the cattle Bonifazius (5 weeks), Dana (3 years), Dorothea (3 weeks), Elfi (3 years), Elsa (3 months), Sonja (7 years), Tilda (8 weeks) and Tonja (8 years) from our cattle boarding centre in northern Germany.
Our sanctuary “Kolebka Slonca” – Rescue of 3 dogs
Latek (6 yrs) was found wandering on the streets. Even though he had a German chip, the search was not registered with Tasso, he was probably abandoned.
Our sanctuary “Pastorale” – Rescue of 9 sheep and 3 goats
Pinito, Philyra (2 yrs), Pamina (1 month), Pamelya (2 yrs), Padma (2 months), Philana (2 yrs), Polibia (2.5), Pedrina (1.5), Panoria (1.5), Pilato (2.5), Pacomio (1.5) and Piccolo (1.5) were rescued from an animal hoarding farm.
Our sanctuary “Avalon” – Rescue of Dante, Fidelity and Tender
Dante (3 yrs) had become surplus to requirements after his breeder had given up his breeding business. Dante was physically as well as psychologically very battered and now needs a lot of care in body and soul.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of 4 dogs
Annie (2 years) and Ernie (9 months) came to us from Mauritius via private animal welfare organisations whose call for help we could not escape.
Our sanctuary “Fallada” – Rescue of 3 dogs
Cekin (6.5 years old), Codi (6.5 years old) and Cypsiek (5 months old) we took over from a refuge which we had installed at a family with a socially precarious background for their dogs.
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous” – Rescue of Edelgard
We were finally able to buy the 8-year-old dairy cow Edelgard her freedom, whose fate many of our Pro Animale friends followed intensively
Our sanctuary “Keimzelle” – Rescue of Ada and Tery
We found out that a dog we had fostered had been passed on to a third party without permission and, what’s more, to people who were banned from keeping animals.
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Rescue of mother Alma and her 6 puppies
The sweet Alam, Albin, Annika, Anselm, Arwin, Aurora (6 weeks) and the one-eyed mum Alma (4.5 years)
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Rescue of Mamba
The 12-year-old Mamba was left in a completely littered antisocial flat when her owner was sent to prison.
Our sanctuary “Sorriso di San Francesco” – Rescue of 9 dogs
The presumed mother Astra (2 years) and her puppies Amadeo, Agosto, Antonia, Annalena, Adamo, Adriana, Aristide (3 months) come from animal welfare organisations in Calabria, taken in at the request of an animal welfare activist from Innsbruck.
Our animal shelter in Sorriso di San Francesco/Italy – Rescue of Piroschka
Piroschka (5 years old) was picked up as a street dog in Abruzzo. She had probably been abandoned and was threatened with being taken to a canile. When we heard about her fate, we immediately gave the green light to take her in.
Our animal shelter Fellosophie – Rescue of 4 dogs
We are happy that the disabled Carmine (3.5 yrs), Elvis (3 yrs), Bao Bao (3 yrs) and Meg (3 yrs) have now been allowed to move into our Fellosophie in Worms after a bleak life in Shanghai.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Luke and Timon
We were able to take over 4-year-old Luke and 6-year-old Timon from a kill station in Portugal and save them.
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous” – Rescue of 24 lambs
A young Turkish fellow citizen called us one day in desperation and pleaded with us to help save 24 lambs who were threatened with cruel death by slaughter.
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Rescue of Litka
Litka, 3 years old, is a feral cat who gave birth to her kittens twice a year at one of our refuges, who were often sick and died.
Our animal shelter in Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of 5 cats
Pulina, about 2 years old, came from a nearby farm. In the neighbour’s garage she gave birth to her children Putina, Putor and Putorek (2 months).
Our sanctuary “Rendez-vous” – Rescue of 6 cats
We received a call for help from a woman who had observed a mother cat with 5 kittens in a completely neglected state. Of course we responded and took the exhausted Jolina and her 5 kittens into our care.
Our “Grünes Haus” – Rescue of two kittens
Einstein (4 months), whom we have named because of his intelligence, is one of the many foundlings that we take in at the Green House time and again.
Our animal shelter in Sussita Kumi/Poland – Adoption of Celinka, Czarek and Czesio
Our cat family has grown again. The three 8-week-old kittens came to us after their 96-year-old owner could no longer take care of them following an accident.
Our Doris Zinn-Herberge/Poland – Adoption of three Refugia Dogs
We learned that the owner of 11-year-old Brutus Roman had passed away, so naturally we took him into our care. Due to a previous car accident, Brutus Roman had suffered a broken tail and lost the sight in one eye.
Our sanctuary Spartacus/Poland – Rescue of two senior ladies
The 15-year-old Tereska comes from one of our refuges for former chain dogs. Unfortunately, the dachshund mix lady bites out of fear, even her former owner could only take her in his arms with difficulty. Due to health problems, we have now taken Tereska in. She gets along well
Our animal shelter in Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Demon, Tolek and Bolek
The 2 year old Demon comes from Rabino. He is socially friendly with humans, dogs and cats and knows all the Polish commands and is very intelligent.
Rescue of Lisner – a shy and timid boy
The very shy and timid boy Lisner, a three-year-old cat, ran away to a fish factory in Charzyno.
Our sanctuary Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of Garfield
3-year-old Garfield came to us in Sussita Kumi. He is a very sweet, affectionate cat who gets along very well with other cats and people.
Rescue of Joshua and Davie
We were able to rescue 2 year old Joshua and 5 year old Davie from rigorous breeding. Davie loves to be played with, he prefers people as playmates to his own kind.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Tumm and Betti
The two 5-month-old puppies come from Bulgaria.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Lady and Max
The enchanting Lady (2 yrs) and the golden Bracke-Labrador mix Max (7 yrs) come from the animal shelter in Tirgu Mures in Romania.
Kollmerhof – Rescue of Fortuna and Minerva
18-year-old Fortuna and 30-year-old Minerva were destined for international transport for slaughter! They already had the transport numbers on their backs.
Our sanctuary Spartacus/Poland – Rescue of Czarny and Babel
We took in both 8-year-old Czarny and 11-year-old Babel during a visit to the Kolberg animal shelter due to serious physical needs. They are both such calm and uncomplicated loving dogs who get along very well with their fellow dogs in the group. Welcome to our Doris Zinn senior
Our sanctuary in Fallada/Poland – Rescue of 3 dogs
We took Karina (11 years) and Perszing (3 years) from the animal shelter in Kolberg.
Our Pastorale – Rescue of Augustin the billy goat and two dogs
The dwarf goat Augustin (4 years old) was to be disposed of as an unwelcome birthday present.
Our animal shelter in Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of Marika and Monik
Marika, who is 3 months old, was left sick in a cardboard box at the gates of our shelter.
Our Lifeline for Irish Horses – Rescue of Casparina
Casparina (2.5 yrs), a female goat, was kept in a family and suddenly became surplus to requirements after the son took up his studies and moved out.
Our animal shelter in Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of 5 cats
And another cat family has moved in with us. Mum Helga (3.5 years old) and her children Haker, Harnas, Hawana and Hektor (all 5 weeks old) also come from a farm that was simply too dangerous for small kittens.
Our animal shelter Sorriso di San Francesco/Italy – Rescue of Pippino, Peppone and Pompeo
The three 6-year-old dogs came to us because the owner was supposedly going abroad. On further investigation, however, it turned out that the three had simply become uncomfortable and superfluous.
Our sanctuary in Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Luka, Sonniella and Emil
We took over the two very old sisters Luka and Sonniela (both 14 years) from our programme for former chain dogs from their refuge.
Our boarding centres Samaria I and II/Poland – Rescue of 6 horses
Our Polish veterinarian, Dr. Jarek Tomana, turned to us for help when he once again came across horses in dramatic condition at an animal dealer that were about to be sent to the international animal death transport.
Our sanctuary in Fallada/Poland – Barbara moves in
Since February of this year, Barbara, a 3-year-old lady cat, has been coming to spend the night in our horse stable from time to time.
Our animal sanctuary Pastorale/Austria – Rescue of 3 raccoons
The notorious “gang of predators” at Pro Animale has grown – now three raccoon foster cubs have also moved into our Pastorale.
Our animal shelter Spartacus/Poland – Rescue of Sucharek
The 20-year-old Sucharek had to spend his whole life on a chain until his owner finally wanted to get rid of him completely.
Our animal shelter Spartacus/Poland – Rescue of Nikos
Nikos (approx. 12 years), suffering from a heart condition, was found in a garage in a deathly sad state, where he had probably spent the past few years. You are very welcome, you old miserable boy.
Our animal shelter Sorriso di San Francesco/Italy – Rescue of Davide, Tiziano and Cavaliere
The 11-year-old Cavaliere suffered a fetlock injury to its left hind leg after a race, therefore it was worthless to its owner and was to end up in the slaughterhouse immediately afterwards.
Our boarding facility Delicia Natural/Poland – Rescue of Alpha Sputnik and Erwin
After Alma Mater was taken in, we couldn’t stop searching for the whereabouts of her unknown calf. In fact, we were finally able to find out that the little one, together with another calf, had ended up in a fattening farm in Poland on a
Our animal shelter Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Rescue of 5 dogs
Here too, we immediately agreed to take in two very distressed dogs: Kreciol (5 yrs) rescued by the police and Morus (4 yrs) rescued by a vet from extremely anti-social conditions. The 8-week-old puppies Tamara, Tara and Tami were abandoned in a cardboard box in Podosno.
Our animal shelter Sorriso di San Francesco/Italy – rescue of 5 kittens
Ciao, Cagliostro, Calliope, Cantor, Casanova, Cenerentola (1 month old) had simply been placed in a box in front of the gate.
Our Doris Zinn-Herberge/Poland – Rescue of Maly and Brutus
Maly (14 yrs) and Brutus (14 yrs) were allowed to move into our Doris Zinn-Herberge as part of our programme for former chain dogs. As expected, the two senior dogs suffer from various geriatric diseases and are now receiving adequate medical care and loving attention from our caretakers.
Our animal shelter Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Rescue of 5 dogs
Lukasz was implored by the mayor of a surrounding community to help when four dogs were found in an abandoned property of a deceased alcoholic.
Our animal shelter Fallada/Poland – Rescue of 4 dogs
Azorek (14 yrs), Cezar Lesyk (13 yrs), Dziadek-Dzeki (14.5 yrs) were taken to us from their refuges due to severe health needs/age-related illnesses. We rescued Adela (1.5 years old) from an antisocial alcoholic environment where she was in danger of becoming destitute.
Our animal shelter Kolebka Slonca/Poland – Rescue of Nuka and her puppies
We were contacted by a woman who said she had “found” a bitch with 4 puppies. Our assumption is that the bitch was living with the woman, but that they got tired of her after she had given birth to 4 puppies.
Our animal shelter Rendez-vous mit Tieren/Germany – Rescue of Alma Mater
At just 6 years old, Alma Mater is emblematic of the gagging and exploitation of dairy cows. After her 4th calf had been snatched from her again right after birth, the cow mother suffered the pain of deprivation.
Our animal shelter Copernika/Poland – Rescue of 14 dogs
A Polish animal welfare worker had an accident with her car and was taken to hospital with serious injuries.
Our Greyhound Sanctuary Avalon/Ireland – Rescue of five Greyhounds
Nobleman (3 years), Eleanor and Ezra (both 1.5 years) were “rejects” at a breeder, Elard (5 years), Etienne (1 year) and Eliane (4 years) were “sorted out” as losers in racing.
Our animal shelter Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of 8 cats
The five kittens Barbie and Bella (born 20.5.) and Bajka, Bernard and Bingo (born 27.5.) were given to us by a farmer where we also have a dog refuge. A few days after the five came to us, Bernarda (1.5 yrs) a barn cat arrived
Our animal shelter Fallada/Poland – Rescue of Ruda and Majk and Psotka and Drago
6-year-old Ruda and 4-year-old Majk came from Trzebiatow. An elderly lady begged us to take over her two dogs as she could no longer care for them due to health reasons.
Our boarding facility Kollmerhof – Rescue of Ezechiel & Yentl
We learned of the dramatic fate of a donkey gelding that was vegetating in solitary confinement with a farmer and was in danger of becoming destitute. We are grateful that it was possible for us to take 25-year-old Ezechiel into our care.
Our animal shelters Sussita Kumi/Poland – Rescue of Adam
We were brought a young male cat from a cowshed with an old fracture that had grown together crookedly. It is hard to imagine the pain the poor guy must have suffered.
Our animal shelter Pastorale/Austria – Rescue of 4 sheep, a goat and a cat.
We learned of an Animal Hoarding case where the animal owner thankfully decided to gradually part with his hoofed animals.
Our Greyhound Sanctuary Avalon/Ireland – Rescue of four Greyhounds
Once again we were able to rescue 3 retired Greyhounds from the Breeders Guild. Flory (2 years old), Blossom (7 years old) and the beautiful Tristan (3 years old) became losers in the racing business and were to be sorted out.
Our Lifeline for Irish Horses/Ireland – Rescue of Lazarus and Ellen
We were called to report that a donkey in the Commanage near Flesk was in danger of going to seed. We managed to rescue Lazarus, who was estimated to be 5 years old and had obviously been abandoned in a very bad condition with
Our sanctuary Avalon – Rescue of 4 Greyhounds
We are grateful that we were able to rescue 4 disused Greyhound females from breeding. The 3-year-old Diva was “no good” for racing as she has too gentle a nature.
Rescue of Gregorio
Our accident and neutering clinic in Altinoluk/Turkey: Nilgün is called to a dog lying dead, as it were, in the middle of a busy road. When she arrives on the scene, she moves the car across the traffic to stop it and is able
Rescue of Abdul
The extremely battered stallion, estimated to be 17 years old, had been abandoned at a dog pound, a disused rubbish horse (the wounds were from the straps), which had collapsed under the load.
Rescue of Tycjan
Fallada (Northern Poland): Rescued from an alcoholic milieu, the little boy, who is estimated to be two years old, was quite maltreated there and is still quite frightened – a very adorable, well-behaved treasure.
Rescue of Albert
Fallada (Northern Poland): Rescue of a 12-year-old dog grandfather whose owner had died.
Delicia Natural/Poland – Rescue of 4 cattle
Jeshu, Maria, Leon and Momo were saved from slaughter.
Rescue of 3 dogs: Gabi, Gaja and Gambol
Fallada (Northern Poland): Rescue of the just 11 months young dogs from an antisocial environment.
Rescue of 7 Greyhounds – Avalon
You are all very welcome to the safe haven of Avalon: We are grateful that we were again able to save 7 retired Greyhounds from their demise.
Our sanctuary “Doris Zinn” – Rescue of Tina and Lady
The two senior ladies Tina and Lady, both 10 years old, were taken over from refuges due to need.
Rescue of Ironheart
We received an emergency call from an animal welfare agency: A colt had become stuck in a ditch, completely exhausted, and was in danger of dying in agony on the moor!
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of 5 dogs
Miyuki (3 yrs), Bila (4 yrs), Bettina (2 yrs) and Millie (2 yrs) all four came into our care from Shanghai.
Rescue of a mother dog with her puppies
Rescue of a very emaciated mother with her eight puppies.
Rescue of 8 goats and a dog
We received an emergency call: 8 goats and a dog in a completely antisocial environment were in danger of becoming destitute. The alcoholic owner was already delirious and had not been able to care for his animals for weeks.
Rescue of Adalya
Adalya , was rescued on 28 February 2021 thanks to the tireless efforts of our representative Nilgün Varos.
Our “Grünes Haus” – Rescue of Lucy
An emergency call reached us in Schweinfurt on a Saturday afternoon. The police informed us about a cat injured by a car accident in a parking lot. Neither the local animal shelter nor a vet were available. As in many cases, we are the first one to be called....
Rescue of Lucky
The estimated 5-year-old Lucky was brought to us after a serious car accident, which he only survived by a miracle. Unfortunately, almost 5 days passed between the accident and the time he came into our care.
Rescue of Schneeweißchen and Rosenrot
That’s how we named the two enchanting pony ladies are now to be called in our care. The owner inherited the two ponies from her deceased brother.
Rescue of five Greyhounds
from precarious situation by different breeders: due to Covid-19 the racing business collapses and the Greyhounds were either to be killed or sold illegally to Spain.
Our sanctuary “Sorriso di San Francesco” – Rescue of Niccolo
The beautiful 4-year-old Doberman Niccolo has blue but seeing eyes due to the so-called Blue Merle breeding.
Our “Doris Zinn-Herberge” – Rescue of 2 former chain dogs
The two senior dogs Okruch (13 years) and Sonia II (11 years) were taken over from refuges because they were in need.
Our sanctuary “Fellosophie” – Rescue of Rosa and Rubio
Rosa, a 1-year-old mother sheep, and her 4-month-old son Rubio were rescued from the shepherd scene.
Our sanctuary “Fallada” – Purchase to freedom of 2 bunnies
Szarotka and Snieszka, both 1 year young, were purchased from a farmer and gifted a life in freedom on our sanctuary.
Our sanctuary “Doris Zinn” – Rescue of Brutus II
The dear boy Brutus II (12 years) was taken into our care due to dire need from refuges.
Rescue of Fred and Bafi
Rescue of the two-year-old street dog Fred and the 9-year-old Sharpej-mix Bafi, whose owner had died. The severely emaciated, battered male dog must also have spent a long time alone in the flat until we were notified.
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Rescue of 3 cats
We took Bols (1 year), Bartek (5 years) and Sam (5 years) into our care because their owner was deceased.
Rescue of Roki and Pluto
The two 12-year-old gentlemen Roki and Pluto were taken in by us from refuges because of dire need.
Our sanctuary “Sussita Kumi” – Rescue of 2 cats
The two cats Marry (1 year) and Edek (3 years) were rescued wandering the streets homeless.
Rescuing Lovely and her children
Lemiezyce, Poland in January 2021. A nameless mother dog had given birth in a car wreck.
Rescue of Murzyn
12-year-old Murzyn was adopted into our Doris Zinn haven.
Rescued from a life on the chain
In the late autumn of life – we took in 9 very poor and needy old souls from our programme for former chain dogs and the little adorable Pola.
Delicia Natural/Poland – Rescue of Natsanda
The newborn Natsanda was rescued when she was still in the belly of her carrying mother Navinia.
Saving Phoenix
Phoenix, a medium-sized, nearly one-year-old mixed-breed male brought to Aljoscha Wothke on Tobago in the early evening hours of 3 February, 2019, is also symbolic today of the exploitation and gagging of our animal brothers and sisters by us humans.
Donkey rescue
In March and September 2018, we managed the extraordinary rescue of 64 refugee donkeys from the sideshows of war on the Turkish-Syrian border in eastern Turkey.
