Animal Action Greece

26/06/2024

Today we wanted to give ourselves a pat on the back and mention the great work of our equine programme.

The aim of our equine programme is to improve the lives of working equidae (horses, donkeys and mules) throughout Greece. This is achieved through our outreach visits which are undertaken throughout the year, all across Greece.

We focus our efforts on rural and/or isolated areas where owners have little or no access to trained professionals and where traditional practices that can be either ineffective or positively harmful are still widespread.

This project is unique in Greece in delivering not only treatment and care but, crucially, in adding to the knowledge and skills of local owners; building their capacity to look after the animals on which they rely after our team has left the area.

Our equine outreaches wouldn’t be possible without our equine care programme coordinator, Elisa Geskou and the fantastic team consisting Tasos, Alkis, Kostas and Varios.

25/06/2024

Greece is currently facing extremely high temperatures and animals across the country are suffering.

Please help stray animals by providing fresh water in a clean bowl outside of your home or business. It is a very simple act of kindness that can have a huge positive impact.

For more tips on how you can help animals during extreme heat, please visit: https://buff.ly/4ebljZT

24/06/2024

Throw back to this awesome collaboration between Animal Welfare Karpathos - Φιλοζωική Δράση Καρπάθου and Animal Action Greece 🐴

We were very pleased to have the opportunity to support Dr. Anna Katogiritis and the team by providing farrier, dental and veterinary care & advice for the equines and handlers of the island.

We look forward to collaborating again soon. Team work makes the dream work! ✨

23/06/2024

Introducing the beautiful Ghost! 👻

Ghost was one of the hundreds of dogs rescued from horrendous conditions at a landfill site in Topeiros, Northern Greece.

When we found her, she was suffering from severe mange and had lost much of her fur, as you can see in the first few images.

Thanks to the generous support of Greater Good Charities, we were able to provide the treatment she desperately needed. In the last few photos, you can see her fur growing back beautifully and her skin looking much healthier.

We are deeply grateful to Greater Good Charities for their unwavering support and dedication to helping the vulnerable animals of Greece.

22/06/2024

Earlier this year, we received a request from the Management Unit of the Samaria National Forest Park to provide our dental technician services to their dedicated working equines. Always eager to contribute to their wellbeing, we responded with enthusiasm.

Alkis, our Equine Dental Technician (EDT), had the pleasure of examining and treating several hardworking mules and horses. Our efforts focused on addressing recurring dental issues, ensuring these essential animals remain healthy and comfortable.

We are deeply grateful to the park's staff, especially Maria Axypolitou, for their efforts to ensure the animals' welfare. A special mention to Mr. Marcos and Mr. Andreas, whose patience and dedication greatly support our work.

These equines are the backbone of the park, playing a crucial role in maintaining the area's biodiversity and aiding visitors. Ensuring their health is our way of thanking them for their tireless service.

To read more about the outreach to Samaria National Forest Park, please visit: https://buff.ly/45vN4ID

21/06/2024

🌟 Five Pound Friday! 🌟

Did you know that just £5 can make a world of difference to the stray animals of Greece? 🐾❤️

Every pound or euro you give helps us provide essential care and nutrition to these vulnerable animals. Your support is vital in ensuring they get the love they need.

Let's come together and show our love and compassion this Friday. Simply tap the Donate button below and be a hero for these precious strays! 👇

20/06/2024

This week is and today we wanted to talk about the thousands of horses, donkeys and other equines involved in tourism practices across Greece.

Working equids do not normally fall under the legislation for agricultural or companion animals, which can put their welfare at risk. It is therefore crucial that we, as people and tourists, advocate for these animals by making sure they are in good condition.

In this carousel we highlight best practices for equines in tourism. Please swipe until the end.

19/06/2024

Recently, we were thrilled to support ARTEMIS-Φιλοζωικός Σύλλογος Εθελοντών Βόρειας Εύβοιας, an animal welfare clinic based in Taxiarchis, by providing a bath to ease the suffering of the many stray animals they care for.

Many animals arrive in poor condition, often covered in dirt and parasites, or with overgrown fur, mange and leishmania. We're pleased to offer this bath to help soothe these vulnerable animals in need.

18/06/2024

Despite the daily struggles we face, we are very proud of what we have been able to achieve in over 50 years as a charity.

One of our milestones was back in 2012, after a six year campaign run by led by Animal Action Greece and Animal Defenders International (ADI), and backed by over 50 Greek local animal protection groups, the Greek Government finally passed a law banning the use of all animals in circuses.

The ban came after our continuous efforts of pressuring the government, especially after our collection of 15,000 signatures urging the Ministry of Rural Development and Foods to put an end to this horrible practice. As a result, in 2015 Greece proudly became the second country in Europe to ban all animals in circuses!

We have since been campaigning alongside Eurogroup for Animals to ban the use of wild animals in circuses across the EU. The sad truth is that 254 circuses across 14 European countries still use wild animals. It’s time for the rest of Europe to follow suit, and set an example to the rest of the world, that animals suffering for human entertainment is not acceptable.

It’s with your help that we are able to achieve such great things for animals. Thank-you!

17/06/2024

Manic Monday vibes 🐴💇‍♀️ When your hair has a mind of its own!

Have a great week everyone!

16/06/2024

Shhh... 😻😴 There's nothing better than a sleepy Sunday morning with our four-legged friends.

Do you have a Sunday snoozer at home? Pop a picture below, we'd love to see them! 💜

15/06/2024

We are very pleased to share that throughout the months of April and May we were able to assist in sterilising a further 329 cats on the islands of Paros & Antiparos, bringing our total since the start of the project to 2,443 cats sterilised.

The project is being implemented with the support of Battersea and the two municipalities, Δήμος Αντιπάρου / Municipality of Antiparos and Municipality of Paros

The project wouldn’t be such a continued success without the dedicated work of Cats of Antiparos, Cats Eden in Paros-La banda di Casa Elea, Paroscat, PAWS - Paros Animal Welfare Society and Φιλόζωοι Εθελοντές Πάρου (FEP Vet Centre) huge thanks to them for their hard work and dedication. 🙏

14/06/2024

Did you know that you can receive the latest news straight to your email inbox from Animal Action Greece?

Sign up to receive our emails and get updates on news, events, campaigns, and more. To sign up today, simply CLICK HERE: https://buff.ly/3QM7Wp7

13/06/2024

This poor girl named Molly was recently found amongst a stray colony on Paros, by our friends from Paroscat.

As you can see in the pictures she was found in a horrific condition. She was extremely weak, dehydrated and full of pus due to a serve infection.

She was quickly taken to the vets where she was given heavy antibiotic treatment and IV fluids. Luckily this drained the pus from her nose and she was able to eat again to the point where she put on a bit of weight.

Too date she is still exceptionally weak and is being fostered by the Paroscat team.

We were happy to support Paroscat by providing urgent funds for her treatment.

We are praying for the best for this gorgeous girl.

12/06/2024

It is really starting to heat up here in Greece, with some areas due to hit over 35 degrees 🥵

Please remember to look out for local stray animals and wildlife during the extreme weather.

We have put together some vital tips on how you can support animals in the heat this summer: https://buff.ly/4ebljZT

11/06/2024

Cats can be difficult to read.

Cats by nature will not show clear signs if they are feeling unwell, and if they do, it could be too late.

A cat in pain is seen as weak- therefore, making them prime targets for predators. In order to survive, they have adapted a deep natural instinct to hide their pain and sickness.

The key is to observe the cat closely to see if their behaviour has changed…

🧶 Have they stopped eating or playing?

🐈 Are they less active or lethargic?

🐾 Are they unable to walk or heavy breathing?

🤤 Have you noticed them drooling and/or do they have a dirty coat?

All the above are signs that a cat needs urgent medical attention.

Whether you are watching over a stray cat and/or colony or have a cat of your own at home, it’s important to learn the signs.

10/06/2024

Pictured below is beautiful Ronti,

Ronti was one of the 600 dogs found living in horrific conditions on a landfill site in Topeiros, Northern Greece. Abandoned as a puppy, he was almost hairless due to mange and very skinny.

We were happy to pay for his treatment, sterilisation and vaccinations and we are pleased to say he has now travelled to Athens to join his new family.

Join us in sending good luck and love Ronti in his new home! 🐾

09/06/2024

Today, voting begins in Greece for the 🗳

We cannot stress enough how important this election is for animal welfare. We are talking about billions of animals whose life depends on its outcome.

Animals don't have a vote, so please consider using yours to speak out for them today. 💪

To view candidates that have publicly committed to doing better for animals if elected visit: voteforanimals.org, scroll down the page and click the drop down to select Greece.

Today, and .

Eurogroup for Animals

08/06/2024

Don't forget to check out our latest edition of ELPIDA which is out now! ⭐️

Our seasonal newsletter has reached is 55th edition, and is now available to read on our website. This special edition is full of stories from our partners, the work we do, and some special cases to share with you ❤️

Click the link below to have a read! 🗞
https://buff.ly/3UMmqWK

07/06/2024

We are excited to share some fantastic news with you! 🎉

Thanks to the incredible support from our community, we have successfully reached our fundraising goal of raising over £20k for the stray cats of Greece!

Your enthusiasm and commitment towards our appeal has been truly inspiring.

Because of supporters like you, we can now:

😸 Neuter hundreds of stray cats, putting a stop to the birth of more homeless kittens.

💉 Provide vital vaccinations, protecting stray cats from disease.

🍗 Ensure our dedicated volunteers can provide the cats with nutritious food and urgent medical care.

Please stay tuned for more updates and heartwarming stories about the cats whose lives you have helped transform. And if you haven't already, be sure to sign up to our email newsletter for the latest news: https://buff.ly/3QM7Wp7

Future donations won't be matched, but they will still make a tremendous difference in supporting the stray cats of Greece. Our appeal will continue to remain open, and if you would like to donate, please click here: https://buff.ly/4bxxEoO

Thank you once again for being a part of this incredible journey with us. ❤️🐾

06/06/2024

We are delighted to announce that as of today, Kopenhagen Fur, the largest fur auction house in Europe with a 100-year history, has permanently closed.

Kopenhagen Fur had the largest number of clients in Europe, including breeders, clothing companies, designers, manufacturers, retailers, and pharmacists within Greece.

Over the years, Kopenhagen Fur also financially supported all the fur exhibitions held within Greece as the main sponsor.

This is yet another significant development highlighting the decline of the fur industry across Europe and a further step towards ending this dreadful practice. We will continue to campaign for the eradication of the use of animal fur and we hope for a completely in future.

05/06/2024

4 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD FOSTER AN ANIMAL:

1️⃣ Simply put, you could save an animal’s life: In some circumstances shelter animals are euthanised after a defined stay in the shelter. So, every animal that finds a foster home may help to reduce a shelter’s euthanasia rate.

2️⃣ Fostering helps animals that are highly stressed in a shelter, particularly older dogs and cats and animals which have experienced cruelty, although shelter staff do their best for each animal, they do not have enough time to give the individual care some animals may need.

3️⃣ You will help to increase your foster pet’s chance of being adopted: Your care will help prepare your foster animal for adoption, helping them to learn to live in a home environment, socialising them with other people and animals and helping them to adapt to new experiences.

4️⃣ Goodbye means a happy end: Mostly, ‘goodbye’ is referred to the passing of a pet but in this case, your tears are tears of joy when your foster animal finds their forever home.

If you have the time and space in your home, we recommend reaching out to your local animal shelter to see if they need any help with fostering. You could change an animals life for the better. ❤️

If you foster an animal, please post a picture of them below and share their story, we would love to hear all about them! 👇

04/06/2024

The EU Elections are just around the corner.

The lives of billions of animals depends on the outcome of these elections. This is your moment to

Take a stand for their future and use your vote! 🗳

03/06/2024

Greater Good Charities have been such an amazing support for the 600 stray dogs living on a rubbish tip in Topeiros, Northern Greece.

In their latest article, you can find more about the latest work and how our combined support, along with Greek Animal Rescue has changed lives: https://greatergood.org/blog/from-garbage-dump-to-loving-home?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3FCap4AtmadZYs2ssLSptl7HUA1RHK17fFz01LHrfayCuiXq2P2dOAHGg_aem_AbBV2tXhRcj_cM9cWJdqJSNSUHZqFzdajakFI9fOlLMiXJy6nzUvfV87dvloQZfkQzLEMYHMhSdXTjfoLvIFeImP

Discover how Greater Good Charities and Animal Action Greece partnered to provide critical medical care to 157 stray dogs in Greece.

02/06/2024

Today is National Animal Rights Day.

National Animal Rights Day is being observed in nearly 200 locations worldwide, with over 20 events taking place across the UK alone.

These gatherings include solemn memorials, marches, and educational outreach, aiming to unite animal rights supporters and inform the public about the urgent need for animal liberation.

So today let’s come together to recognise and respect the rights of all animals. Our planet is theirs too.

Join us in raising awareness and advocating for the voiceless. Together, we can create a world where every animal is treated with compassion and dignity.

If you agree, please share and spread the word on this important day.

01/06/2024

In late March, we visited the island of Andros in the Cyclades.

Our team traveled to 24 different villages over four days, providing dental, farriery, and vet treatment to 75 equines.

We’re proud to say the outreach was a great success, with many owners returning with their animals, showing significant improvements from past visits.

A big thank you to Fast Ferries for the ferry tickets, Andros Municipality, local sponsors, and our wonderful organisers Julia Joyce and Petros Vassiliadis for their invaluable support.

We were also touched by the warm hospitality and positive responses from local owners.

We look forward to visiting again next year!

To read the full outreach report, please visit: https://buff.ly/4dYVFay

31/05/2024

Time is running out to make a difference! 🚨

Today marks the FINAL DAY to DOUBLE your donation for the stray cats of Greece. 🙀

Every donation will be matched until midnight tonight by The Samourkas Foundation. 💙

With an estimated three million cats living on the streets across Greece, were desperate to sterilise, vaccinated and microchipped as many cats as possible.

Act now and maximise the power of your contribution! 🌟 Click here to donate: https://buff.ly/4bxxEoO

30/05/2024

Just a bit of Thursday fun 🤣 post your photos in the comments below!👇

29/05/2024

Just a few days left to double your donation! 😲

Every contribution made in support of the stray of Greece will be matched by The Samourkas Foundation until May 31st.

We're committed to neutering, vaccinating, microchipping and providing vital care to as many stray cats as possible. But we desperately need more funds.

Don't miss out—maximise the impact of your gift by donating today! 👉 https://buff.ly/4bxxEoO

28/05/2024

The latest edition of ELPIDA is out now! ⭐️

Our seasonal newsletter has reached is 55th edition, and is now available to read on our website. This special edition is full of stories from our partners, the work we do, and some special cases to share with you ❤️

Click the link below to have a read! 🗞

https://buff.ly/3UMmqWK