Rescue Leopard Bakari

Sep 2016 - LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Once a selfie-cub, now this confident leopard is enjoying his best life in our sanctuary

Rescue Bear Iva

Sep 2022 - Belitsa

Trapped for the first 6 years of her life

Rescue Bear Mark

Dec 2022 - Arbesbach

After 20 years in a tiny cage, Albania's last restaurant bear is finally free

Rescue Orangutan Juno Marlina

May 2022 - FOREST SCHOOL

Recovering from being kept as a pet in a tiny cage

Rescue Lion Nikola

Jun 2022 - FELIDA

A traumatic start in life with a happy ending

Rescue Cat Mozart

Oct 2022 - Shelter / Private home

FOUR PAWS' Project Kishka helps stray cats in Ukraine

Rescue Bear Cubs Bé and Em

May 2022 - Ninh Binh

Stolen for the illegal wildlife trade, two orphaned bear cubs are safe now

Rescue Bear Soi

Oct 2022 - Ninh Binh

A fresh start for the young bear after being kept in a tiny cage

Rescue Dog Peter Parker

Feb 2021 - Shelter / Private home

After narrowly escaping slaughter, he has found love, kindness, and a place to call home

Rescue Bear Vova

Mar 2022 - Domazhyr

No more entertaining – a new life awaits the Ukrainian restaurant bear

Rescue Seven Romanian Lions

Sep 2021 - FELIDA

From sadness to safety: Simba and his siblings found their new home!

Rescue Bear Cubs Jenny, Toby and Moris

Jun 2021 - Domazhyr

From being props to life in paradise, three bears cubs begin their new lives at BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr

Rescue Bears Sam and Jamila

May 2022 - Arosa

After many years in poor captivity, a new chapter for the brown bears begins

Rescue Puma Tikam

Feb 2019 - TIERART

A victim of the wildcat trade in Europe

Rescue Bear Teddy

Nov 2020 - Belitsa

Bear Teddy gets the life he deserves in BEAR SANCTUARY Belitsa!

Rescue Bears Svetla and Mima

Jun 2007 - Belitsa

They 'danced' all their lives for tourists 

Rescue Bear Lady M.

Jul 2007 - Belitsa

After many years of 'dancing', this girl can spend her days in peace 

Rescue Bear Violeta

Jun 2007 - Belitsa

Some wounds remain scars forever, but kindness can transform a gentle bear

Rescue Bear Riku

Dec 2016 - Belitsa

FOUR PAWS brings Albanian bear Riku to BEAR SANCTUARY Belitsa

Rescue Bear Jeta

Aug 2017 - Belitsa

New home for one of Europe's saddest bears

Rescue Bear Vesko

Nov 2019 - Belitsa

A victim of uncontrolled breeding in Bulgaria

Rescue Tigress Dehli

May 2014 - FELIDA

The beautiful tigress of FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary 

Rescue Nine Bile Bears

Feb 2022 - Ninh Binh

From life behind bars to paradise: Almost two decades in captivity are over

Rescue Dog Lisa

Sep 2018 - Shelter / Private home

From the streets to a new human-animal bond in our Animal Assisted Intervention programme

Rescue Bear Martha

Aug 2021 - Domazhyr

The Ukrainian circus and restaurant bear finally gets her freedom

Rescue Bear Tu Do

Dec 2021 - Ninh Binh

The last bile bear in Son La province is finally rescued

Rescue Bear Jambolina

Dec 2020 - Arosa

After many years in the circus, a new life is finally beginning for the brown bear

Rescue Tiger Tsezar

Oct 2021 - FELIDA

Left to die, but eventually rescued and safely transferred to our FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary 

Rescue Bears Dasha and Lelya

Oct 2019 - Domazhyr

They have spent most of their lives in a small concrete cage, unable to express their natural behaviour

Rescue Bears Lili, Lulu and Lac

May 2019 - Ninh Binh

The impromptu rescue of three nameless Asiatic black bears 

Rescue Bear Kvitka

Jun 2018 - Domazhyr

Fighting bear Kvitka rescued from Ukrainian hunting station

Rescue Dog Jason

Apr 2021 - Shelter / Private home

Abandoned and in a terrible condition, dog Jason is now on his long road to recovery

Rescue Orangutan Indra

Nov 2020 - FOREST SCHOOL

The orangutan child who was found alone with suspicious injuries has started a new life in our orangutan forest school

Rescue Kiano

Feb 2020 - TIERART

An African wild cat found in the forests of Germany

Rescue Dog Bobo

Jul 2021 - Shelter / Private home

Bobo’s owner was struggling to care for him, but with help, Bobo is recovering and looking better than ever

Rescue Bear Dushi

Oct 2018 - Müritz

A new beginning for bear Dushi at our BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz

Rescue Bear Brumca

Jun 1998 - Arbesbach

She is a unique bear lady, who loves pasta and Chanel Nº 5

Rescue Bears Sirko, Ruta and Andor

Jun 2021 - Domazhyr

Two became three – the restaurant bears who have a new start at our BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr

Rescue Bear Cam

Apr 2021 - Ninh Binh

After being locked away behind iron bars, there is a bright future for the Asiatic black bear

Rescue Bear Pashuk

Aug 2016 - Prishtina

The saddest bear of Albania found his safe haven – the moment that he got released from his chains

Rescue Bears Xuan and Mo

Mar 2021 - Ninh Binh

Kept in a basement, the Asiatic black bears were rescued from a life in darkness

Rescue Donkey Puica

May 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Our partner organisation ARCA saved a donkey's life!

Rescue Lion Ivan-Asen

Mar 2018 - FELIDA

Rescued from a zoo in Bulgaria and brought to our FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary 

Rescue Orangutan Bhima

Oct 2020 - FOREST SCHOOL

With a broken arm and no mother, baby orangutan Bhima needs special care

Rescue Bears Keo, Lim, Dieu, San and Khoai Lang

Mar 2019 - Ninh Binh

Five bears rescued from agonising conditions in Vietnam

Rescue 7 Bile Bears

Nov 2020 - Ninh Binh

Asiatic black bears La, Lam, Sang, Dua, Khe, Oi and Xoai begin their new lives at BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh 

Rescue Bear Cub Andri

Jun 2019 - Prishtina

FOUR PAWS rescues orphaned bear cub from basement  

Rescue Lions Masoud & Terez

Feb 2018 - FELIDA

Two Bulgarian lion cubs find a new home in our FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary 

Rescue Moo

Jun 2019 - Shelter / Private home

FOUR PAWS was able to turn his life around

Rescue Dog Bumi

May 2014 - Shelter / Private home

From the streets to a new human-animal bond in our Animal Assisted Intervention programme

Rescue Elephant Kaavan

Dec 2020 - Cambodia

Our heaviest rescue to date – after years of isolation for the Asian elephant Kaavan, his loneliness finally ends!

Rescue Dog Lola

Mar 2021 - Speranta

Chained for one year, dog Lola finally gets a chance in life

Rescue Bears Frol and Frosia

Oct 2020 - Domazhyr

Born for entertainment, these two restaurant bears knew no different – now they begin a new life! 

Rescue Dog Oiţã

Feb 2020 - Speranta

So much love to give after being hurt by humans

Rescue Dog Doris

Feb 2018 - Shelter / Private home

Poor dog Doris had a stroke of bad luck in humid Thailand

Rescue Dog Fufu

Jan 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Found at the side of the road with a broken back, Fufu needed urgent help

Rescue Dog Kitty

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Thailand's Forgotten Dogs Program saved her life

Rescue Whitey

Sep 2019 - Shelter / Private home

Heartlessly dumped on the streets of Thailand, he was left to fend for himself

Rescue Orangutan Lestari

Jul 2020 - FOREST SCHOOL

The orangutan orphan recovering from trauma and learning how to enjoy her life again in the ORANGUTAN FOREST SCHOOL

Rescue Bear Luna

Nov 2016 - Müritz

One of Europe’s saddest bears rescued

Rescue Tigress Cara

Jul 2015 - TIERART

The tigress' first months of life were in illegal keeping

Rescue of Two Tigers and Three Jackals

Mar 2020 - LIONSROCK

Home at LIONSROCK after an emergency rescue

Rescue Lion Bobby

Oct 2018 - FELIDA

Lion Bobby is settled and relaxed at his home in our FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary 

Rescue Tiger Caruso

May 2014 - LIONSROCK

As you know, this beautiful tiger moved from our FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary to LIONSROCK in March 2019

Rescue Fox Jackson

Apr 2019 - TIERART

Rescued fox Jackson shares new home with fellow rescued foxes

Rescue Lions Motan and Pisa

Apr 2019 - LIONSROCK

Motan and Pisa have settled in incredibly well at our project LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary! 

Rescue Dog Stafida

Nov 2020 - Speranta

The miraculous survival of a dog who was struck by a train 

Rescue Bear Cubs Mochi, Nara and Nikko

May 2020 - Ninh Binh

Three bear cubs saved in Vietnam from illegal wildlife traders

Rescue Bears Amelia & Meimo

Jan 2019 - Arosa

Two new inhabitants at Arosa Bear Sanctuary, Switzerland

Rescue Lion Lenci

Oct 2018 - FELIDA

This lion is a true fighter, finding his way from 'Europe's worst zoo' to a happy life

Rescue Roe Fawn Ruffy

Jun 2019 - TIERART

An orphaned roe fawn in a meadow who fought to live!

Rescue Bear Thu

Oct 2020 - Ninh Binh

With 15 years of suffering behind her, the Asiatic black bear begins her new life

Rescue Dog Caju

Mar 2019 - Shelter / Private home

From a stray puppy fighting for her life to a loved therapy dog in Romania

Rescue Bear Napa

Jul 2018 - Arosa

After a long journey the first bear moved in Arosa Bear Sanctuary

Rescue Dog Daisy

Aug 2020 - Shelter / Private home

One of the 15 dogs saved from the dog meat trade in rural Cambodia, Daisy now has the chance at a new life in the USA.

Rescue Dog Rashi

Aug 2020 - Cambodia

Saved from slaughter in rural Cambodia, Rashi represents the many dogs killed for meat in Southeast Asia. 

Rescue Bears Leo and Melanka

Sep 2020 - Domazhyr

The 'Presidential bears' rescued after 14 long years in a barren cage

Rescue Orangutan Damai

May 2020 - FOREST SCHOOL

Help came just in time!

Rescue Bear Nhi Nho

Nov 2017 - Ninh Binh

A former bile bear, suffering from stress disorder, enlarged adrenal glands and with two missing front paws, is finally rescued.

Rescue Cat Victor

Jun 2020 - Shelter / Private home

 A true survivor and a little miracle

Rescue Dog Kaya

Dec 2019 - Shelter / Private home

She grew into a gentle character, who now helps teenagers in need

Rescue Bears Anya and Frankie

Aug 2020 - Domazhyr

A long life of happiness awaits them

Rescue Dog Maxi

Oct 2019 - Speranta

Chemically burnt by cruel students, Maxi is a sweet and strong little dog 

Rescue Bear Cubs Mi and Tam

Jan 2019 - Ninh Binh

Two bear cubs saved from illegal wildlife trade in Vietnam

Rescue Dog Busia

Feb 2019 - Shelter / Private home

How Busia went from streets to a much loved therapy dog

Rescue Dog Smiley

Dec 2016 - Shelter / Private home

From street dog to valuable AAI team member 

Rescue Dog Shoko

Mar 2017 - Shelter / Private home

From guard dog to therapy dog

Rescue Kittens Hazel and Diana

Apr 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Two baby kittens that were thrown away like garbage

Rescue Kitten Roxy

May 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Found as a malnourished little kitten on the streets of Cambodia

Rescue Kittens Luke and Leila

May 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Saved from the cat meat trade industry at the very last minute

Rescue Dog Honey

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

After losing her leg in trap, Honey was in incredible pain and needed help

Rescue Bears Cuc and Nhai

May 2020 - Ninh Binh

After 18 years behind bars, Cuc and Nhai are rescued for a new life

Rescue Bear Ben

Dec 2019 - Ninh Binh

He suffered almost three decades in a tiny, filthy cage

Rescue Dogs Kovi, Kara, Tina

Apr 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Three dogs found on death's door

Rescue Dog Ursus

Nov 2019 - Speranta

With painful injuries, dog Ursus was left for dead in a field 

Rescue Dog Archie

Jan 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Left howling in pain when struck by a motorbike, dog Archie gets the care he desperately needed

Rescue Dog Max

Nov 2019 - Shelter / Private home

An abused dog gets his second chance and a family who loves him

Rescue of Four Puppies

Apr 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Tied up in a plastic bag and thrown away like trash

Rescue Dog Zhulia

Nov 2019 - Shelter / Private home

A serious injury left her an option for a life on the streets impossible

Rescue Dog App

Dec 2016 - Speranta

An accident has left dog App with a horrifying injury

Rescue Bear Freddie

Dec 2019 - Ninh Binh

The story of a bear, confiscated from the backseat of a taxi

Rescue Dog Lucky

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

A much loved dog that couldn't get the help she needed

Rescue Dog Toffee

Sep 2019 - Shelter / Private home

A little puppy found alone, afraid and wounded

Rescue Dog Ginou

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

An emergency case during our rescue mission on Silk Island

Rescue Dog Veronica

Mar 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Suffering from a severe skin disease and starvation, Veronica was a sad sight and needed urgent help

Rescue Dogs Sor and Pich

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Part of our Mission to help the stray animals on Silk Island

Rescue Dog Mia

Apr 2021 - Speranta

A sweet and gentle soul - hit by a car and left to die - Mia now has a future

Rescue Dogs Rum and Cola

Dec 2019 - Shelter / Private home

Rescued from the dog meat trade in Vietnam

Biggest Bile Bear Rescue

Sep 2019 - Ninh Binh

Suffering bears find a species-appropriate and safe home

Rescue Dog Sunface

Jun 2015 - Shelter / Private home

A miracle called Sunface 

Rescue Bear Misha

Nov 2019 - Domazhyr

First steps in his new life

Rescue Cat Buttercup

Aug 2019 - Shelter / Private home

How a wheelchair changed this little furball's life

Rescue Sopol and Neary

The dramatic rescue of Neary and Sopol

Rescue Dog Bobby

Jun 2019 - Shelter / Private home

Compassion saved Bobby's life, after he was sold to the dog meat trade

Rescue Cat Meow

Nov 2019 - Shelter / Private home

FOUR PAWS is helping Meow recover and find a safe, loving home

Rescue Dog Cinta

Feb 2019 - Shelter / Private home

FOUR PAWS and the Dog Meat Free Indonesia (DMFI) Coalition rescued victim from dog meat traders

Rescue Bear Rocco

Jun 2019 - Müritz

FOUR PAWS rescues bears from a tiny cage in Albania

Rescue Bears Chuoi, Tao and Le

May 2019 - Ninh Binh

Chuoi, Tao and Le were successfully rescued out of their cage for the last time

Rescue Bear Laska

Feb 2019 - Domazhyr

FOUR PAWS rescues Ukrainian baiting bear

Rescue Bears Hoa Lan and Hoa Tra

Aug 2018 - Ninh Binh

FOUR PAWS rescues a further pair of abused bears caged for over 12 years

Rescue Bears Long and Trang

Nov 2018 - Ninh Binh

Two bears are in safety and one more Vietnamese province has no more bile bear farms

Rescue Bears May and Binh Yen

Apr 2018 - Ninh Binh

FOUR PAWS ends the keeping of bile bears in Ninh Binh province

Rescue Bear Mashutka

Nov 2017 - Domazhyr

FOUR PAWS rescues Ukrainian fighting bear 

Rescue Bear Manya

Oct 2017 - Domazhyr

Ukrainian restaurant bear rescued by FOUR PAWS

Rescue Bear Tyson

Oct 2017 - Domazhyr

One of 'Europe’s saddest bears' gets a new home at BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr

Rescue Bear Potap

Jul 2017 - Domazhyr

Potap is now able to enjoy a peaceful life in a near-natural environment

Rescue Cat Shuri and Babies

Feb 2019 - Shelter / Private home

Shuri and her babies were spared a brutal end, avoiding being served as the popular dish 'Little Tiger'