On February 1, thousands of animal rights activists will take to the streets to draw attention to the great suffering of hunting dogs in Spain. Between 50,000 and 100,000 hunting dogs, mainly Galgos and Podencos, are killed every year in Spain. Hunting dogs are often victims of neglect, mistreatment and systematic killing, especially after the hunting season when they are …

The year is coming to an end and we are all happy that so many dogs have found their forever homes again in 2024. To keep everyone safe, take good care of them so that they get through their first noisy New Year’s Eve safely. So secure all dogs well – preferably double with body restraints. It’s not just our …

We would like to say a big thank you to Wave Events Pfaffenweiler for the space at the wonderful Christmas market. Our dear colleague Heike sold cake donations and many beautiful homemade and donated gifts for a good cause. It was a successful day and we got to know many lovely people who are connected to animal welfare.We are already …

A few days ago, just in time for Christmas, another large load of food, lots of soft baskets and dog and cat accessories were sent on their way to Romania. Thanks to the Dehner Christmas campaign in Pfullingen, many, many Christmas wishes of our shelter dogs in Odai will come true. A total of 250 kg of food was collected! …

Today we have a new Advent story to give you an insight into everyday life in animal welfare. Nicole Petrino tells you about her protégé Erna. Even though it is sad that some dogs have to wait years until the right person finds them, like Erna they can be lucky enough to have found a permanent place in someone’s heart …

During Advent, we want to tell you various animal welfare stories and show you that it’s not always just about suffering. Because for all those who work for the protection and welfare of animals and, of course, for the animals themselves, the work always brings particularly beautiful moments that can sometimes be life-changing, as the story of Pierre and Zeus …

Today we want to draw your attention once again to our often overlooked black protégés. We present: Chokko, Bimba, Danko, Goya, Bamba, Carlos, Cabra, Zape Maybe one of them will become your new family member? Click on the link to find out the whole story of our shadow dogs.

And we continue with our black November. Today we’re going to shine the spotlight on the black dogs again. Every single one of them should get the chance to show what a great companion they are. Here are this week’s treasures: Fosca, Fritzi, Jazz, Lena, Lenny, Lota, Matrix, Oslo, Pancho, Pepperoni and Pocholo.

The Dehner Christmas wish campaign in aid of our dogs started again at the beginning of November. We are grateful that once again the wishes of our dogs and cats in the animal shelters in Spain, Portugal and Romania are being fulfilled. If you live near Pfullingen, we would be delighted if you would visit the Christmas tree with the …

Order your calendar now! So many people are active with us to help our dogs. We say thank you for your support! This month Swantje Bohn & Dirk Pupp have had 200 calendars printed featuring 12 of our shelter dogs to support the Hogar de Asis shelter and others. The calendars are available for a donation of 15 euros. You …

We’ve received many concerned inquiries from you about how our partners in Spain are doing. The images of the flood disaster are alarming, and of course, we asked if our animal protection friends in Spain have been affected and how the animals are doing. Fortunately, none of the animal shelters are directly in the flood area However, even the shelters …

We have good news: The approval from the Romanian authorities for the kennel construction in Odai has finally been granted. Ilinca Macarie, the president of the Dogs without Borders Romania association, didn’t give up. It wasn’t easy to get the approval for the construction, as permanent structures are not allowed on the site. But Ilinca made it happen! At the …

On Sunday, 13th October 2024, from 11:00 to 18:00, you can visit the Emmendingen Animal Shelter. For many years, the shelter has been a valuable partner for us. Many of our dogs have had a place in their boarding facilities and found their happiness from there. What is especially remarkable—and not at all taken for granted—is that the boarding dogs …

We have been invited once again by INTO THE LIGHT to the VEGAN event in Basel. The entire team from the tattoo studio is supporting the Animal Protection Society Europe with a fantastic fundraising campaign at the VEGAN fair in Basel. With the ‘Tattoos for Charity’ initiative, visitors donate to the Animal Protection Society Europe in exchange for their tattoo. …

So many people fought for Finley. And yet he didn’t make it. We are overwhelmed by so much willingness to help. Your donations guaranteed that Finley received the best possible care. But Finley could take no more. It was all just too much for his weak body. It is difficult for us to let go. We are still in shock. …