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🐾 ARA Update – July 2025
💬 Quote of the Month “Loving an animal teaches empathy, patience, and the beauty of unconditional companionship.” 📚 Community & Creative Highlights 📖 Nathalie Dias: New Book Incoming Author and journalist Nathalie Dias is working on a sequel to “The Kingdom of the Three-Legged Dogs”, inspired by real stories from ARA. The first edition became…
Read MoreARA Monthly Update – June 2025
Another Month of Compassion, Commitment & Change As summer kicks into full swing, June has been another powerful month of action and impact here at ARA. From adoptions and rescues to school events, supermarket campaigns, and a national rescue operation, we’ve seen the very best of what our community can do when we come together…
Read More🌍 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 …
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