by Toni | Dec 23, 2025 | Sponsorship
Nani is one of those dogs who carry an entire story in their eyes — even though she herself can no longer see.
Nani was found together with her five sisters tied inside a sack and thrown into a canal, all of them barely alive. At just three weeks old, we bottle-raised the puppies around the clock. As the smallest of the litter, Nani had the hardest start. She developed a severe pneumonia and had to fight for her life, including assisted breathing.
Nani survived — but the lack of oxygen during this critical time caused her to lose her eyesight. Possible neurological effects or behavioral differences cannot be ruled out. What we do know for sure is that Nani chose life with incredible determination.
Today, Nani is a bundle of pure energy and curiosity. She is playful, bold and constantly on the move — running, jumping, exploring and chasing sounds and scents. She experiences the world in her own way and does so with impressive confidence. You can rarely take your eyes off her… or your ears. Nani makes sure you know she is there.
Because of her blindness, her history and her special needs, Nani requires a very experienced, patient and well-prepared home. Adoption is something we would only consider under exceptional circumstances, with people who truly understand what living with a blind and potentially neurologically affected dog means and who are able to offer long-term stability, structure and safety.
Until — or unless — such a home is found, Nani will continue to live with us at the sanctuary, where she is safe, understood and deeply loved.
We are also looking for sponsors who would like to support Nani’s life with us and help cover her food, medical care and daily needs. By sponsoring Nani, you support a dog who fought her way into life and continues to live it with remarkable intensity and joy.
If you would like to support Nani with a monthly or one-time donation, or if you believe you could offer Nani the exceptional home she would need, please feel free to contact us via e-mail.
Thank you for helping us care for dogs like Nani 🤍
by Toni | Dec 23, 2025 | Sponsorship
Luna, affectionately called Freckel, is a small dog with a very big personality.
True to her nickname, Freckel is a confident little character with a strong sense of self. She moves around the sanctuary as if it were entirely hers — proud, fearless and absolutely convinced that she knows exactly where she belongs.
Luna came to us after spending many years in another shelter, without any real chance of adoption. Despite this, she is an incredibly sweet, affectionate and lovable dog who enjoys human company and closeness. She bonds deeply with the people she trusts and has a way of charming everyone around her.
At the moment, we believe that Luna is best suited to stay here with us, where she knows her surroundings, feels secure and copes well with the local climate and environment. After such a long time without stability, she deserves a place where nothing is expected of her anymore — except to be herself.
Luna is therefore not looking for adoption. We are instead searching for sponsors who would like to support her life at the sanctuary and help us provide for her daily needs, food and medical care.
By sponsoring Luna, you support a small dog with a big ego, a brave heart and a strong sense of belonging — exactly as she is.
If you would like to support Luna with a monthly or one-time donation, we would be very grateful.
For more pictures, videos or information, please feel free to contact us via e-mail.
Thank you for standing by dogs like Luna 🤍
by Toni | Dec 23, 2025 | Sponsorship
Barneby came to our friends at Filia Laundry as a chubby little foundling, full of life and confidence. He was originally meant to find an adoptive home, but medical examinations revealed that he suffers from severe hip dysplasia that cannot be operated on.
Because of his condition, Barneby moved to us at Grove of the Voiceless, where he will stay for good and is no longer looking for adoption.
Barneby is around 3 years old and weighs about 35 kg — and he fills every single one of those kilos with personality. He is an energetic, strong-willed dog who likes to take charge and can be quite bossy at times. Barneby knows what he wants and is not shy about expressing his opinion.
At the same time, he is incredibly affectionate and emotionally attached to the people he trusts. Behind his bold attitude is a dog who seeks closeness, reassurance and love. He thrives on attention, routines and familiar faces, and is deeply bonded to those who care for him.
Barneby’s medical condition requires ongoing management, pain control and a lifestyle adapted to his needs, which we are committed to providing for him for the rest of his life. Here, he is safe, accepted exactly as he is and surrounded by people who love him — bossy moments included.
We are looking for sponsors who would like to support Barneby’s life at the sanctuary and help cover his food, medication and veterinary care.
By sponsoring Barneby, you support a dog with a big body, a big character and a surprisingly soft heart.
For more information, photos or videos, please feel free to contact us via e-mail.
Thank you for supporting dogs like Barneby
by Toni | Dec 23, 2025 | Sponsorship
Flora is one of our senior residents at our sanctuary in Greece.
She is around 15 years old, Leishmaniosis positive, and despite her diagnosis she is surprisingly strong and stable while she of course spends a lot of time conserving her energy. Flora knows exactly what she needs and lives very much at her own pace.
She loves sleep and rest, enjoys calm surroundings and long, peaceful naps — but she is also very affectionate and seeks closeness with the people she trusts. Gentle cuddles and soft attention are deeply appreciated. Every day, Flora makes sure to come outside to soak up the sun, which she clearly enjoys and needs.
Flora’s condition requires ongoing care, monitoring and medication, but she handles her routine with great dignity and calmness. She is well settled in her familiar environment and feels safest where she is.
Because of her age and medical condition, Flora is not looking for adoption. We are instead searching for kind sponsors who would like to support her life at the sanctuary and help us cover her food, medication and veterinary care.
By sponsoring Flora, you help us ensure that she can continue to live a peaceful, comfortable and respected life, surrounded by people who understand her needs and give her the calm she deserves.
If you would like to support Flora with a monthly or one-time donation, we would be very grateful.
For more pictures, videos or information, please feel free to contact us via e-mail.
Thank you for helping us care for our senior dogs!
by Toni | Dec 23, 2025 | Sponsorship
Karotti is one of our oldest souls and a very special resident of our sanctuary in Greece.
She is around 17 years old, blind, and an incredibly kind, gentle and loving dog. Despite her age and blindness, Karotti is still remarkably independent and has a strong will to live. She confidently finds her way around, knows exactly what she wants and isn’t afraid to let you know — she will bark to communicate when she needs something or wants attention.
Karotti surprises us every day with her independence and curiosity. She still explores her surroundings on her own and sometimes even manages to climb onto tables or higher places, reminding us that age does not define spirit. She enjoys her routines, her familiar environment and the people she trusts.
Due to her age and special needs, Karotti is not looking for adoption. Instead, we are looking for kind sponsors who would like to support her life at the sanctuary and help us cover her food, medical care and daily needs.
By sponsoring Karotti, you help us ensure that she can spend her remaining years safe, respected and loved, surrounded by people who know her and understand her.
If you would like to support Karotti with a monthly or one-time donation, we would be deeply grateful.
For more information, pictures or videos, please feel free to contact us via e-mail.
Thank you for helping us care for our senior souls!
by Toni | Jul 31, 2025 | Sponsorship
Fred is your easy going, laid back best friend who will make you smile and chill you down every day. He lives in a foster home in Greece.
Fred was born in 2020-22 (hard to estimate), he is a lovely and gentle Greek Shepherd mix. Everyone loves him for his peaceful energy.
We took him in after he suddenly appeared in our village, maybe recently abandoned, maybe a stray since a long time – nobody knows.
Unfortunately it turned out that Fred has severe hip dysplasia, so his adoption chances are down to zero. He was lucky to find a very lovely foster home in the mountains where he can chill in the olive groves around the house and be a free happy dog.
If you want to support Fred, plwase donate once or on a monthly base for his food and medical costs. Thank you!
