Rescue Bear Dunbar

New beginnings for a brave bear

Rescue Bear Felix

May 2025 - Arbesbach

A remarkable new chapter for an elderly bear 

Rescue Bear Anuk

Aug 2024 - Ninh Binh

The sun bear and the fate of the illegal wildlife trade

Rescue Bear Rocky

Mar 2025 - Shelter / Private home

Freed from a life of misery and fighting for human entertainment

Rescue Tigress Ramba

Dec 2023 - TIERART

Another victim of the ruthless tiger trade, now flourishing in her forever home

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 Lionesses Tomoyo and Illiana

 - LIONSROCK

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

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 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 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 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 - Shelter / Private home

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 Puma Tikam

Feb 2019 - TIERART

A victim of the wildcat trade in Europe

Rescue The 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 Charlota

Jul 2023 - TIERART

A victim of the ruthless tiger trade

Rescue Dog Alisa

Jul 2021 - Shelter / Private home

A story of healing and hope

Rescue Dog Freya

Jul 2022 - Shelter / Private home

From rescued stray to beloved AAI team member

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 Dog Nadiya

Jun 2023 - Shelter / Private home

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

Rescue Dog Becky

Jun 2023 - Shelter / Private home

Becky barely escaped the flood, covered in ticks

Rescue Cat Bilka

May 2023 - Shelter / Private home

Bilka was found with a broken leg and in bad condition

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 Kartini

Apr 2018 - FOREST SCHOOL

Kartini has good forest skills and loves looking for food

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 Orangutan Cantik

Aug 2017 - FOREST SCHOOL

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

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 Tegar

Sep 2017 - FOREST SCHOOL

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

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 Lions #GoldenPride

Nov 2022 - LIONSROCK

Ten lions were transferred from the Gauteng Province of South Africa to LIONSROCK

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 Cat Mozart

Oct 2022 - Shelter / Private home

How FOUR PAWS' Project Kishka helps stray cats in Ukraine

Rescue Bear Bakhmut

Sep 2022 - Domazhyr

Abandoned in a destroyed backyard in war-torn 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 Lions Max and Mona

Sep 2022 - Al Ma'wa

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

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 of Stray Animals in Southeast Asia

 - Shelter / Private home

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

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 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 Bears Suzana and Bruno

Jul 2019 - Belitsa

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

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

Rescue Bear Riku

Dec 2016 - Belitsa

FOUR PAWS brings Albanian bear Riku to BEAR SANCTUARY Belitsa

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Bears Frol and Frosia

Oct 2020 - Domazhyr

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

Rescue Dogs from Slaughterhouse in Cambodia

May 2021 - Shelter / Private home

Together, we have saved millions of dogs from slaughter

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 Veronica

Mar 2020 - Shelter / Private home

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

Rescue Dog Kitty

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Thailand's Forgotten Dogs Program saved her life

Rescue Dog 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 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 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: 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 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 Dog Rashi

Aug 2020 - Shelter / Private home

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

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 Bears Leo and Melanka

Sep 2020 - Domazhyr

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

Rescue Tigress Cara

Jul 2015 - TIERART

The tigress' first months of life were in illegal keeping

Rescue Orangutan Damai

May 2020 - FOREST SCHOOL

Help came just in time!

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 Dogs Lucy and Her Friends

Oct 2019 - Shelter / Private home

Rescued dogs from the the first Cambodian slaughterhouse closure 

Rescue Bears Anya and Frankie

Aug 2020 - Domazhyr

A long life of happiness awaits them

Rescue Bears Cuc and Nhai

May 2020 - Ninh Binh

After 18 years behind bars, Cuc and Nhai get rescued to a new life

Rescued Slaughterhouse Dogs

Aug 2020 - Shelter / Private home

FOUR PAWS Closed a Second Dog Meat Slaughterhouse in Cambodia 

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 Dogs from Slaughterhouse

Jul 2020 - Shelter / Private home

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

Rescue Bear Brumca

Jun 1998 - Arbesbach

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

Rescue Dogs Kovi, Kara, Tina

Apr 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Three dogs found on deaths door

Rescue Dog Shoko

Mar 2017 - Shelter / Private home

From guard dog to therapy dog

Rescue Dog Smiley

Dec 2016 - Shelter / Private home

From street dog to valuable AAI team member 

Rescue Lion Bobby

Oct 2018 - FELIDA

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

Rescue Kitten Roxy

May 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Found as a malnourished little kitten on the streets of Cambodia

Rescue Kittens Hazel and Diana

Apr 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Two baby cats that were thrown away like garbage

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 Tiger Caruso

May 2014 - LIONSROCK

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

Rescue Dogs Sor and Pich

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

Part of our Mission on Silk Island

Rescue of Two Tigers and Three Jackals

Mar 2020 - LIONSROCK

Home at LIONSROCK after Emergency Rescue

Rescue Dog Sunface

Jun 2015 - Shelter / Private home

A miracle called Sunface 

Rescue Bear Freddie

Dec 2019 - Ninh Binh

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

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 Toffee

Sep 2019 - Shelter / Private home

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

Rescue Dog Lucky

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

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

Rescue Dog Ginou

Feb 2020 - Shelter / Private home

An emergency case during our rescue mission on Silk Island

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 Bear Misha

Nov 2019 - Domazhyr

First steps in his new life

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 Dog Nanna

Oct 2021 - Shelter / Private home

A dark secret in the shadows of Angkor Wat

Rescue Cat Mina

Jul 2019 - Shelter / Private home

Blind cat eluded cat thieves and stumbled her way to safety

Rescue Cat Buttercup

Aug 2019 - Shelter / Private home

How a wheelchair changed this little furball's life

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 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 lured out of their cage for the last time

First Bear Rescue in Vietnam

Nov 2017 - Ninh Binh

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

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 Bear Napa

Jul 2018 - Arosa

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

Rescue Lions Motan and Pisa

Apr 2019 - LIONSROCK

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

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