We are NOT A SHELTER. We are a community of people, based in Sofia, BG—who rely on each other to foster and care for the dogs that we rescue until they can be permanently adopted. Adoption is rarely a straight line. We help our community by puppy sitting, volunteer walking, and spreading the word.

When we rescue a puppy, we see oversee their basic veterinary care—including testing so that our dogs can be given in good health. We want to make sure our dogs go to the best adopters for them; and that they'll have a great life. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us via email or social media.

If you have been to Sofia, it is hard to go to any public square without passing a stray dog or cat. It takes time to find the right permanent home for our dogs—that’s where you come in. Fostering can save lives; is a way to get involved in your community, make friends, and find yourself or another pet a new companion. It is FUN & LOW COMMITMENT.

It is a COMMON MISCONCEPTION that rescue dogs are psychologically damaged. While there is a possibility of abuse or anxiety from living on the street or bouncing between owners; many anxiety-related issues can be overcome with some time, training, empathy, and love. Understandably, sometimes dogs just need to adjust to life with humans if they previously lived in a pack. Educate yourself on positive reinforcement training methods, and reach out if you need help or support.

We use donations to ensure that prior to adoption, all puppies are decontaminated, vaccinated, microchipped & passported. While in foster care, medical treatments are our responsibility. ADOPTION IS FREE. Depending on the age of your dog, the next significant cost would be to spay or neuter the dog (castration) which we ask all of our dog owners to do with the guidance of their vet. Monthly medications, routine testing, and additional vaccinations are the other cost to consider.

All puppies & dogs need MONTHLY preventative meds that address heartworms, intestinal parasites, and fleas and ticks. These can come in various forms, including injections that last a whole year or monthly and quarterly tablets. Ask your vet for the best plan according to your schedule and budget. Some examples include Simparica, Milprazone, (for parasites) Bravecto, (fleas & ticks) and Foresto (flea & tick collar). You or a groomer should bathe the dog monthly, regularly clean inside ears, and trim nails/claws.

Older dogs should not be overlooked! Puppies can require constant attention when they are young. If you don't like surprises, a more mature dog may be for you. They tend to be calmer, we know their personality and habits. They are not from the street, but from foster care—so we know their medical history. They are chipped, passported, neutered, and potty trained. We cover the cost of this using donation funds. Also, we have a good idea of their adult size—and Bulgarian dogs can be quite large.

Absolutely. In Sofia, this is the case for many of us. Make sure you check with the building owner that pets are allowed. If so, frequent walks (~3 times per day) including social time with other dogs is what they need to be happy. Look for green spaces in your neighborhood. Often there are groups of dogs & people who meet daily. Please register your dog with the local municipality, and carry their passport with you when in parks.

Young dogs should be left alone no more than 4 hours per day. If you need to be away for longer, we recommend hiring a puppy sitter or dog walker. It will be good for your dog and it will provide a job for someone who needs it. Puppies under 6 months of age will need more attention, and adolescents will need you to gradually build up to 4 hours to avoid separation anxiety. Please reach out if you need help or support from our community.