"MAYDAY" is the name my daughter gave to this puppy that just wandered into our backyard, in early March of 2025, and just decided to stay. And it's not the first one that did this! Word travelled woof-to-woof probably in the neighbourhood.
Our Story
In an ideal world, there would be no need for animal shelters. And our greatest hope for this project is to be as close to empty as possible for as long as possible.
But we know the world we live in is not ideal. Not yet anyway.
We also think it's our duty to help other beings, as much as we can, for as long as we can.
"Mayday" is a story being written. It started when we left the city, 8 years ago, and took the first puppy in.
And we know we're not alone.
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Since we moved out of the city (Bucharest -> Ilfov), about 8 years ago (2017), we've been on a mission to help abandoned dogs & cats.
We've found new homes for more than 20 dogs, and at least as many kittens.
You might think it sounds like a mental disorder, and sometimes, I can see why.
But action is necessary.
We've always thought that opening an animal shelter is one of our "missions", something that we have to do in this lifetime.
So we decided to do it.
Until the shelter itself is build, we have been running a "mini-shelter" in our backyard anyway, which we'll list here as well - they have been posted countless times on adoption websites as well, without any luck :(
We will share insights on the development process on our social channels as we reach each milestone.
We have submitted an application to establish an NGO on 20th of March, 2025. The process can take up to a month to be finalised. We're also looking for land to rent long term so we can start building phase 1.
Part of our mission is to spread awareness about abandoned animals and to try to prevent this behavior.
Education is key. Teaching children well, first at home, later in public schools.
And when education fails, law must take over.
Be part of our story and help us bring the shelter to life, if you can.
Be inspired by our commitment to help others and provide help to other beings, as much as you can.
And we know you can.
Thank you!