Heart of Paws - Portugal

Dog rescue from deep bog swamp - yick!

We focus on rescuing animals in immediate need. Apparently sometimes it is our own who need our help. Ani underestimated a man-man canal wall and fell into a bog swamp of god-knows-what but now she is safe, clean and I am still cleaning my underwear of little green bits.

Jake was rescued and has been living the luxury life. All it took was love and food 🙂 #heartofpaws #heartofpawsportugal #rescueddogsofinstagram #goofydog

Strolling the streets of Denver in the U.S. tonight and we saw this sweet girl. Her human loves to share her and she knows how to get love and peta from everyone. #heartofpawsportugal #heartofpaws #dogsindisguise

An angel dropped in our lap - when I arrived at the farm caravan this morning I saw a little animal inside the tent. I noticed it was a little dog and started filming. She is a hunting dog and was probably dropped out here because she did not perform well or was not valuable to them. She is skin and bones, not only starved for food and water but a gentle hand. This was my first encounter. #abandoneddog #heartofpawsportugal #podengo #rescueddogsofinstagram

Today at the antique mercado. Here are some of the 170 dogs out municipal shelter has brought to share. Sweet babes.

Do you want to go for a walk? #rescuedogsofinstagram #rescuedogs #spoileddogs #heartofpaws #heartofpawsportugal

Cat trains for dog-obedience trials

Want a dog but just don’t have the space? Grace is the perfect answer. Loves to hike, rides in the car, plays with you, talks to you, seeks out your love and attention and definitely makes you laugh. #heartofpaws #heartofpawsportugal #catrescue #fostercats #doglikecats

Rescued puppy-farm breeder Chihuahua now lives in luxury

Meet Maximus. Rescued from a puppy mill breeding farm where he spent the first 12 years of his life in deplorable conditions working as a stud dog. Now he lives in luxury and finally knows warmth, love and human care. All it takes is love.... and maybe some food and a warm blankets 🙂 #heartorpaws #rescuedogsofinstagram #dogsrule #dogsbythefire

WORLDWIDE DOG & CAT WRESTLING

So epic. Grace actually seeks him out to wrestle and constantly ambushes him.

What is takes for a pet transport EU to UK

Tomorrow is the big day. Ben will be on his way to his forever family in the UK. This family is any pets dream family and Ben most certainly pulled the lucky owner card. Tomorrow Ben will be loaded into Europet transport in Santarem at 12:30 (Thursday) and will arrive in the UK at the pick-up point at 2230 on Friday (34 hours) and will then have to ride with his family for another 2.5 hours before he finally makes it home. Long journey for a very happy ending. We thank everyone in the Tomar community for helping Bens jour ey every step of the way. #heartofpaws #heartofpawsportugal #pettransport #rescuedogs

Dog hobby: Frog-licking. She might have a problem

Meet Coco. A dachshund who survived being run over on a freeway, 7 surgeries and intensive care by her foster mom. It has been a long journey but just looking at this face makes every moment worth while. She enjoys short walks, lying upside down on your lap and toads or frogs to lick - We think she needs an intervention. Coco is looking for a forever home and can be found in Mississipi, USA.

Dog play: Don’t let the stick win!

When a dog is loved, no longer hungry and feels safe, then it’s time to play! #dogsplayingforlife #playfuldog #heartofpaws #heartofpawsportugal

Cooking for Dogs

Cooking For Ben: Since Ben is on his way to his forever home in England in 6 days (very exciting), his family has asked a series of questions regarding how Ben spends his days, routine, what he eats and quantities, etc. So that they can initially continue the same routine so his transfer is less traumatic. So, we thought the cooking show concept would be a fun way to share. #dogfood #spoileddogs #heartofpawsportugal #dogsrule #rescuedogsofinstagram #dogmealprep

Warek loves his gift

Little Warek - who was saved by Marie France of Tomar - was offered a stuffed animal by someone in the park. His first ever. He carried it all the way home and never let go. So now we know what to get Warek for Christmas. #heartofpawsportugal #rescuedogsofinstagram #SaveADog #dogtoys

Cat is part of the dog pack

Our foster cat Grace apparently does not identify with being a cat 🙂 So if anyone is looking for a very small dog, she says she is available. #catsactinglikedogs #catsrule #heartofpawsportugal

Say hello!

#heartofpawsportugal #dogsrule

Ben and my hair tie - good ball

Ben is like a little kid. Love this little man. He will be missed but he will have all sorts of new adventures with his new family 🙂 #heartofpawsportugal

Heart of Paws Portugal transports kitty

Grace (Momma kitty abandoned with three kittens two weeks ago) is on her way to get “THE” operation. We need more resources in Portugal to offer this service either free of charge or less expenaive than it is. We are trying to make that happen with more education and communication with local governement. #spayandneuter #spayandneuterportugal #heartofpawsportugal #catsoftomar #tomarportugal

Ben’s first day at the river

Ben is still with us in foster care but getting stronger and introduced to more and more things. Today was THE RIVER and he was so excited he didnt know what to do with himself. Ben is one of the lucky ones. He has pulled the LUCKY OWNER CARD and is being adopted by a lovely lady in the UK. We are just waiting for transport. #heartofpawsportugal #rescueanimalsdontbuy