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🌍 ARA VOTED NO.1 WORLDWIDE BY WORLDPACKERS! 🎉
We are absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news — Animal Rescue Algarve (ARA) has just been awarded first place in the Worldpackers Global Host Awards! 🏆 ARA WINS 1st PLACE – $5,000 PRIZE In recognition of our work rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abandoned animals here in the Algarve, Worldpackers has awarded us 1st Place…
Read MoreARA Newsletter May 2025
🐾 ARA Monthly Update – May Highlights 🌿 May was another active and emotional month at ARA, packed with adoptions, rescues, school visits, and community partnerships. Here’s a round-up of everything we’ve accomplished together! ⸻ 🐶 ADOPTED Malva – Pocoyo – Milho This month, three elderly dogs with health conditions were adopted by members of…
Read MorePlanning for Their Future: Why A Legacy Plan Matters for Your Pet 🐾
What would happen to your beloved pet if something were to happen to you? It’s a difficult question—one that many pet owners don’t want to face. But for those who truly love and care for their animals, planning for their future is one of the most important and compassionate decisions we can make. At Animal…
Read MoreSupport ARA with a Stunning Wyland Dolphin Sculpture Auction
A Celebration of Ocean-Inspired Art – For a Cause Animal Rescue Algarve (ARA) is honoured to be the chosen charity beneficiary of a unique fundraising event hosted by Auction House Algarve. Up for auction is a breathtaking bronze dolphin sculpture by world-renowned marine artist Robert Wyland, whose work is celebrated globally for its deep connection…
Read MoreFrom Dream to Sanctuary: The Journey of ARA, Five Years On 🐾
In 2020, we released a video that gave you a glimpse into the heart and soul of ARA – Animal Rescue Algarve. It was a way to show the world how a dream became reality. But so much has happened since then. With every year that passes, our mission grows, our space expands, and the…
Read MoreARA Newsletter April 2025
🐾 ARA Monthly Update – April Highlights 🌱 April was another incredible month at ARA, filled with events, partnerships, heartwarming rescues, and continued community support. Here’s a look at everything we’ve been up to! ⸻ 🌟 Special Visitors & Support Our wonderful long-time supporters, Sanné and Ken, returned to volunteer and help boost our social…
Read MoreA Night to Remember: Fundraising Dinner at Sandbanks for Animal Rescue Algarve
The recent fundraising dinner at Sandbanks Beach Restaurant in Vale do Lobo was nothing short of extraordinary! Bringing together over 100 generous supporters, the evening was filled with laughter, goodwill, and a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable animals in the Algarve. The night was a resounding success, raising more…
Read MoreARA Numbers & Stats 2020
We ended the year 2020 with 142 animals in the shelter (115 dogs and 27 cats). Summarizing: 517 adopted + 142 in the shelter (534 dogs + 123 cats + 1 pig + 1 rabbit) So far 659 animals have been rescued by ara! TOTAL ARA ADOPTIONS: 517 Animals DOGS: 419 | CATS: 96 …
Read MoreNoise Abatement
For several weeks we have been undertaking major noise reduction (dog barking) activities as we are very aware of disruption to our neighbours. This consists of hundreds of meters of baffle panels not only around the perimeter of the shelter but also between our free-range/play areas so the dogs do not see each other. Other remedies…
Read MoreFire-Fighting & Prevention Facilities
The noise abatemant activities have had to be temporarily suspended in order for us to conduct large scale undergrowth clearance in and around the shelter plus the installation of a private fire-fighting facility. Portugal is extremely susceptible to summer brush and forest fires and Cabanita is located in an at-risk area. This is a time…
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