These volunteers step in where others look away:

at animal markets, in cases of neglect, or after accidents. They rescue abused pets, breeding animals, wild and even exotic animals, giving every rescued creature a fair chance at a better life.

We are talking about the unique Bendowo animal sanctuary in Poland. Founded 16 years ago by Michał Bednarek, who still cares for more than 600 animals every day together with a dedicated group of volunteers.

They take in dogs that have spent years behind shelter bars. But they also run the only bison rescue centre in Europe – a place where these impressive animals are not shot, but simply allowed to live.

Many different kinds of animals

You will find horses here, as well as donkeys, camels, goats, llamas, wild birds and many more.

All of them are animals that have been injured, neglected or abandoned — usually because of human actions. Here, they are finally given a fair second chance!

Michal and his team lovingly rehabilitate every rescued animal, so it can enjoy a good life again. First with them at the sanctuary, and later — when possible — in another safe and animal‑friendly environment.

Education for children

They also show children at the sanctuary how to treat and care for different kinds of animals. In addition, they actively visit schools and orphanages.

Children learn that animals have feelings too — that they deserve respect, and that good care makes our world a kinder place. Because they believe that a good example can create a chain reaction.

Learning to trust again

Everything they do is focused on one big goal: helping all these animals slowly regain their trust in people.

They therefore run active adoption programmes for healthy animals, giving them the chance to find a new home.

This creates space for new weak or elderly animals that often have nowhere else to go.
And when the time comes for the older animals, they pass away peacefully — surrounded by care and love.

No government subsidies

Unfortunately, they do not qualify for the subsidies that regular shelters receive. They are therefore completely dependent on private donations from animal lovers.

All costs are rising rapidly. In addition, they urgently need to finish the fencing for the bisons — essential for their safety.
With your donation, they can continue rescuing, caring for and protecting these animals.

🙏 Please support these wonderful people so they can continue this important work for all those hundreds of vulnerable animals…

Doneer alsjeblieft vandaag nog voor deze hulpactie naar onze bankrekening:

NL16 INGB 0004 7841 60 t.n.v. Stichting Dierennood o.v.v. 'Hulpproject 201'.

Of doneer via het formulier of TIKKIE hieronder.

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