Rescue Lion Diego

Nov 2024 - FELIDA

Frozen in fear in an inappropriate enclosure and now in his forever home

Rescue Bear Sunny

Mar 2025 - Shelter / Private home

Ray of hope — a fresh start for the abused dancing bear

Rescue Tigresses Kenya and Samba

Jan 2025 - FELIDA

A new beginning for the last circus tigers in Slovakia

Rescue Bear Rocky

Mar 2025 - Shelter / Private home

Freed from a life of misery and fighting for human entertainment

Rescue Lionesses Tomoyo and Illiana

 - LIONSROCK

A fresh start soon in South Africa for former French circus lions

Rescue Bear Anuk

Aug 2024 - Ninh Binh

The sun bear and the fate of the illegal wildlife trade

Rescue Elephant Madhubala

Nov 2024 - Shelter / Private home

The last captive elephant in a zoo in Pakistan begins a new chapter as she is reunited with her family

Rescue Lions Paco, Richard and Rici

Dec 2009 - LIONSROCK

The first all-male pride at LIONSROCK

Rescue Bears Dina and Potapych

Nov 2024 - Domazhyr

Safety for two young brown bears trapped in a private zoo near the front line of the war in Ukraine 

Rescue Lioness Manuschka

Jul 2024 - TIERART

A fresh start after years of performing

Rescue Tigers Sharuk and Bela

Oct 2019 - LIONSROCK

A journey to a joyful life

Rescue Dog Mouse

Jun 2024 - Shelter / Private home

Her escape from the dog meat trade

Rescue Orangutan Gerhana

Jan 2018 - FOREST SCHOOL

From a malnourished little baby to a fighting spirit

Rescue Bears Laila and Boogie

Apr 2024 - Shelter / Private home

Abused their whole lives to dance and bait for human amusement

Rescue Lioness Nala

Oct 2018 - LIONSROCK

Once exploited for human amusement to living a species appropriate life at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary  

Rescue Tiger Tsezar

Oct 2021 - FELIDA

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

Rescue Elephant Duma (Charley)

Sep 2024 - 

Retiring an elephant from captivity: How elephant Charley became elephant Duma

Rescue Lion Romeo

May 2024 - LIONSROCK

When your only purpose in life is to entertain others

Rescue Tigers Snow and Sky

Aug 2024 - LIONSROCK

From private keeping in Slovakia to the skies of South Africa

Rescue Bear Dushi

Apr 2021 - Müritz

A new beginning for bear Dushi at our BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz

Rescue Bear Ben

Dec 2019 - Ninh Binh

He suffered almost three decades in a tiny, filthy cage

Rescue Bear Michal

Sep 2011 - Müritz

Rescued from a small concrete enclosure, the three-legged bear now enjoys life at BEAR SANCTUARY Müritz

Rescue Bear Chinh

May 2024 - Ninh Binh

Abused for his bile over and over again, poor Chinh's suffering has finally come to an end

Rescue Lion Nikola

Jun 2022 - LIONSROCK

A traumatic start in life with a happy ending

Rescue Lioness Vasylyna

Jun 2023 - LIONSROCK

A young big cat in the middle of war

Rescue Sudan Lions

Feb 2024 - LIONSROCK

A journey from conflict to sanctuary 

Rescue Bear Na

Oct 2023 - Ninh Binh

Previously held in a tiny cage, the female Asiatic black bear has finally arrived at BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh

Rescue Tigress Ramba

Dec 2023 - TIERART

Another victim of the ruthless tiger trade

Rescue Tigress Charlota

Jul 2023 - TIERART

A victim of the ruthless tiger trade

Rescue Dog Freya

Jul 2022 - Shelter / Private home

From rescued stray to beloved AAI team member

Rescue Dog Alisa

Jul 2021 - Shelter / Private home

A story of healing and hope

Rescue Tigers Fangio and Charly

May 2023 - Al Ma'wa

After years of abuse at an illegal breeding farm in Argentina, the Bengal Tigers are now at home in Al Ma'wa

Rescue Bear Tu Do

Dec 2021 - Ninh Binh

The last bile bear in Son La province is finally rescued

Rescue Dog Kasper

Mar 2023 - Shelter / Private home

The brave survivor from Moldova

Rescue Cat Bilka

May 2023 - Shelter / Private home

Bilka was found with a broken leg and in bad condition

Rescue Dog Becky

Jun 2023 - Shelter / Private home

Becky barely escaped the flood, covered in ticks

Rescue Dog Nadiya

Jun 2023 - Shelter / Private home

Nadiya and her ten puppies barely made it to safety from the flood

Rescue Bears Dasha and Lelya

Oct 2019 - Müritz

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

Rescue Bear Soi

Oct 2022 - Ninh Binh

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

Rescue Fox Jackson

Apr 2019 - TIERART

Rescued fox Jackson shares new home with fellow rescued foxes

Rescue Orangutan Cantik

Aug 2017 - FOREST SCHOOL

A loving older stepsister to the babies, and a good friend to Eska

Rescue Orangutan Kartini

Apr 2018 - FOREST SCHOOL

Kartini has good forest skills and loves looking for food

Rescue Orangutan Tegar

Sep 2017 - FOREST SCHOOL

Best friends with Gonda, Tegar is already moving fluidly through the trees like a forest expert!

Rescue Orangutan Gonda

Jul 2017 - FOREST SCHOOL

With the love and support of his caregivers, the little orphan is learning to be an orangutan again

Rescue Orangutan Robin

Sep 2024 - FOREST SCHOOL

Because he loves humans so much, Robin will never be able to be released into the wild

Rescue Bear Mark

Dec 2022 - Arbesbach

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

Rescue Dogs Akio, Rhodey, Elli, Shark, Wanda

Sep 2022 - Shelter / Private home

Rescued from the dog meat trade, 5 heroes await new homes in Switzerland 

Rescue Orangutan Eska

Apr 2017 - FOREST SCHOOL

Rescued from a stressful situation, cheeky Eska will soon be released into the wild

Rescue Orangutan Amalia

Apr 2017 - FOREST SCHOOL

Once kept in a barren metal cage, the female is on her way to be fully free

Rescue Lions Kandaka and Mansour

Nov 2022 - Al Ma'wa

After two years of meticulous preparations, the big cats arrived at their new home at Al Maꞌwa Wildlife Reserve

Rescue Cat Chapi and His Siblings

Nov 2022 - Shelter / Private home

Saved from the streets, miracle kittens found special care

Rescue Fox Wukk

Jul 2022 - TIERART

A bundle of energy rescued from private keeping

Rescue Bear Iva

Sep 2022 - Belitsa

Trapped for the first 6 years of her life

Rescue Tigers Mafalda, Sandro, Gustavo and Messi

Mar 2022 - LIONSROCK

#TrainTigers from Argentina no longer have to live in a train

Rescue Orangutan Juno Marlina

May 2022 - FOREST SCHOOL

Recovering from being kept as a pet in a tiny cage

Rescue Bear Cubs Bé and Em

May 2022 - Ninh Binh

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

Rescue The Golden Pride

Nov 2022 - LIONSROCK

Ten lions were safely transferred from the Gauteng Province 
of South Africa to LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Rescue Lions Max and Mona

Sep 2022 - Al Ma'wa

Sibling lion cubs are bought and sold until FOUR PAWS stepped in

Rescue Cheetah Sasha

Oct 2014 - LIONSROCK

Sasha overcame great adversity to eventually find a safe, forever home 

Rescue Leopard Bakari

Sep 2016 - LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Once a selfie-cub but now a confident leopard enjoying his best life in the African sun 

Rescue Bear Vova

Mar 2022 - Domazhyr

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

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 Tiger Laziz

Aug 2016 - LIONSROCK

Happy 6th Rescueversary to tiger Laziz

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 of Stray Animals in Southeast Asia

 - Shelter / Private home

From misery to happiness – these dogs and cats got a second chance

Rescue Puma Tikam

Feb 2019 - TIERART

A victim of the wildcat trade in Europe

Rescue Bear Jeta

Aug 2017 - Belitsa

New home for one of Europe's saddest bears

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 Bears Suzana and Bruno

Jul 2019 - Belitsa

FOUR PAWS transferred two brown bears to cooperation partner Bear Refuge Kuterevo in Croatia

Rescue Bear Vesko

Nov 2019 - Belitsa

A victim of uncontrolled breeding in Bulgaria

Rescue Bear Violeta

Jun 2007 - Belitsa

Some wounds remain scars forever

Rescue Bear Riku

Dec 2016 - Belitsa

FOUR PAWS brings Albanian bear Riku to BEAR SANCTUARY Belitsa

Rescue Bear Violeta

Jun 2007 - Belitsa

Some wounds remain scars forever

Rescue Bear Lady M.

Jul 2007 - Belitsa

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

Rescue Tigress Dehli

May 2014 - FELIDA

The beautiful tigress of FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary

Rescue Nine Bile Bears

Feb 2022 - 

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 Jambolina

Dec 2020 - Arosa

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

Rescue Elephant Kaavan

May 2021 - Shelter / Private home

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

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 Lions Samson and Tom

Oct 2021 - LIONSROCK

Samson and uncle Tom settling into their lives at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary  

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 infant who was found alone with suspicious injuries has started a new life in the ORANGUTAN FOREST SCHOOL

Rescue Wild Cat Kiano

Feb 2020 - TIERART

An African wild cat found in the forests of Germany

Rescue Bear Mykhailo

Oct 2020 - Domazhyr

After an accident, the brown bear gets a new life at our BEAR SANCTUARY Domazhyr

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 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 Cubs Mochi, Nara and Nikko

May 2020 - Ninh Binh

Three bear cubs saved in Vietnam from illegal wildlife traders

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 Bears Xuan and Mo

Mar 2021 - Ninh Binh

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

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 Donkey Puica

May 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Our partner organisation ARCA saved a donkey's life!

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 Lion Ivan-Asen

Mar 2018 - FELIDA

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

Rescue Cats from Slaughterhouse

Dec 2020 - Shelter / Private home

A glimmer of hope for cats that are victims of a brutal trade in Southeast Asia 

Rescue of 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 2021 - 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 Dog Bumi

May 2014 - Shelter / Private home

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

Rescue Dog Lola

Mar 2021 - Shelter / Private home

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

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 Tigers Shevar and Sharukh

Mar 2020 - LIONSROCK

Home at LIONSROCK after Emergency Rescue

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 - Shelter / Private home

So much love to give after being hurt by humans

Rescue Dogs from Slaughterhouse in Cambodia

May 2021 - Shelter / Private home

Together, we have saved millions of dogs from slaughter

Rescue Dog Kitty

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Thailand's Forgotten Dogs Program saved her life

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 Doris

Feb 2018 - Shelter / Private home

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

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 61 Dogs

Feb 2021 - Shelter / Private home

Cambodian government steps up against the horrible dog meat trade and calls FOUR PAWS to help take care of the rescued animals

Rescue Dog Lavery

Feb 2021 - Shelter / Private home

Cyclones and COVID couldn’t stop this rescue story

Rescue Lion Lenci

Oct 2018 - FELIDA

This lion is a true fighter: his story 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 Orangutan Damai

May 2020 - FOREST SCHOOL

Help came just in time!

Rescue Lucy and her friends

Oct 2019 - Shelter / Private home

Rescued dogs from the the first Cambodian slaughterhouse closure 

Rescue Bear Cubs Mi and Tam

Jan 2019 - Ninh Binh

Two bear cubs saved from illegal wildlife trade in Vietnam

Rescue Dogs from Slaughterhouse

Jul 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Six of the rescued dogs fly to the US to find a loving home

Rescue Dogs Kovi, Kara, Tina

Apr 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Three dogs found on deaths door

Rescue Bear Brumca

Jun 1998 - Arbesbach

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

Rescue Dog Shoko

Mar 2017 - Shelter / Private home

From guard dog to therapy dog

Rescue Lion Bobby

Oct 2018 - FELIDA

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

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 Dog App

Dec 2016 - Shelter / Private home

An accident has left dog App with a horrifying injury

Rescue Dog Toffee

Sep 2019 - Shelter / Private home

A little puppy found alone, afraid and with a worrisome wound

Rescue Dog Mia

Apr 2021 - Shelter / Private home

A sweet and gentle soul – hit by a car and left to die

Biggest Bile Bear Rescue

Sep 2019 - Ninh Binh

Suffering bears find a species-appropriate and safe home

Rescue Dog Nanna

Oct 2021 - Shelter / Private home

A dark secret in the shadows of Angkor Wat

Rescue Dogs Luke & Lion

Oct 2019 - Shelter / Private home

How we managed to rescue these two sweeties in the very last minute

Rescue Dog Lucky

Oct 2019 - Shelter / Private home

Some dogs are luckier than others

Rescue Cat Meow

Nov 2019 - Shelter / Private home

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

Rescue Dog Bobby

Jun 2019 - Shelter / Private home

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

Rescue Bear Rocco

Jun 2019 - Müritz

FOUR PAWS rescues bears from a tiny cage in Albania

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 Napa

Jul 2018 - Arosa

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

Rescue Starlight Tigers

Nov 2013 - LIONSROCK

Starlight Tigers: Circus to Sanctuary

Rescue Lions Motan and Pisa

Apr 2019 - LIONSROCK

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

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'

Rescue Dog Sok

Jan 2021 - Shelter / Private home

Rescue Dog Smiley

Dec 2016 - Shelter / Private home

From street dog to valuable AAI team member 

Rescue Dog Sunface

Jun 2015 - Shelter / Private home

A miracle called Sunface 

Rescue Tigress Cara

Jul 2015 - TIERART

The tigress' first months of life were in illegal keeping

Rescue Tiger Caruso

May 2014 - LIONSROCK

This beautiful tiger moved from our FELIDA Big Cat Sanctuary to LIONSROCK in March this year.

Rescue Braila Group

Jun 2008 - LIONSROCK

Rescued in the brink of time

Rescue Bear Potap

Jul 2017 - Domazhyr

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

First Bear Rescue in Vietnam

Nov 2017 - Ninh Binh

Nhi Nho, Thai Van and Thai Giang now live in BEAR SANCTUARY Ninh Binh