Yoshi

The dog that was found on August 13 in Potos, seems to have no owner. Or at least ... nobody has contacted us. Actually, we had already suspected that, because Yoshi, as we have called him, has a large tumor on his left back leg. His teeth are just stubs, what could indicate that he had merely or primarily bones for dinner. Yet he makes a healthy impression and we think he is not too old, maybe about 5-8 years.

Since the vet can not say whether the tumor is benign or malignant, we will have the tumor removed and send it for a biopsy.

Another big expense, but a necessary one to give Yoshi a chance for adoption. And if the diagnosis is not so good, then we will try to foster Yoshi somewhere on Thassos where he can spend the rest of his (maybe short) life with loving people.

If you want to contribute to the costs of Yoshi you can do so through Paypal. We are very grateful for every donation, large or small.

First summer bazaar of ACT in Limenaria

Our first summer bazaar... and we were very excited to get started. We arrived early in Limenaria to build up everything on the small promenade in front of the the beach near the harbor.
Alex had built a wooden rack, a real stand, which should attract the attention of the people. A generator was there for the right lighting at the presentation of the products .We knew that the stand would be a smart and professional look, and so it was.

A beautifully lit stand of ACT, which attracted the attention of the strolling people. Moreover showed a clear lit banner the presence of ACT. Jewelry, bags, soaps, cakes, cushions, oven mitts, mobiles, key chains, anything your heart desires presented in loving detail and inviting to purchase.
Brochures and informational material were placed on a separate table so that the interested viewer could also provide information about our work. At another table a bowl with straws in sand for the raffle, next to the display with attractive prizes.
Even setting up the bazaar already aroused the interest of the people. Some asked, and others continued to wait and see what would happen. At 20 am we opened our first summer bazaar and it was a great success.

It is always amazing how much it helps, if you just have the courage to do something to make a difference. Many people knew nothing of ACT Animal Care Thassos, they were surprised and very interested. We had some very interesting conversations with locals and tourists and our crafted, sewn and baked goods were admired in their creativity and beauty.

Until well after 23 am we were able to show our goods to many people, inform them and sell. The raffle was a great success and in the end we had a yield of not less than € 490.20. We were speechless and more than satisfied.

We are very grateful that the municipality gave permission and we could have our first summer bazaar. Additionally, we thank the following retailers for their sponsorship:
Toy store Lazarou, Speedy Tech, Traditional Products Agro, Gift Shop Bazzar Corner, Pharmacy Katerina Ganitou, Gift Shop Tia, Natural Products Ekati, Photo Shop Kaïdis in Limenaria, supermarket Charbi and supermarket Saltaris in Kalivia and Hairsalon Stin Tricha in Potos.
In addition, of course, we thank all the volunteers who sewed for us and baked, and the helping hands on the evening itself.

Thanks for a great evening; a next brick is laid on the road to a more respectful relationship between humans and animals.

Summer Bazaar

SUMMER BAZAAR

Saturday 9 August from 20:00 next to the harbor in Limenaria

Selling homemade cakes, jams and sweets, decorations, jewelery, soaps and much more. There will also be a tombola with nice prizes.

organized by ACT! Animal Care Thassos

ΚΑΛΟΚΑΙΡΙΝΟ ΠΑΖΑΡΙ

Σάββατο 9 Αυγούστου από τις 20:00

δίπλα στο λιμάνι των Λιμεναριών

Η πώληση: σπιτικά κέικ, μαρμελάδες, γλυκά, στολίδια, κοσμήματα, σαπουνάκια και πολλά άλλα. Επίσης μια τόμπολα με ωραία έπαθλα.

διοργανώνεται από το σύλλογο Δράση για τα ζώα Θάσου

(ACT! Animal Care Thassos)

SOMMER BAZAAR

Samstag 9. August ab 20:00 Uhr

neben dem Hafen in Limenaria

Verkauf von hausgemachten Kuchen, Marmelade und Süßigkeiten, Dekorationen, Schmuck, Seifen und vieles mehr. Es gibt auch eine Tombola mit schönen Preisen.

organisiert von Tierschutzverein ACT! Animal Care Thassos

Our little Peter, he is now called Piet, has found a new home

It's amazing what that little guy has been through.
Seven major hurdles he had to take to finally arrive in his new home.

The first hurdle was that Peter actually would fly much earlier to Germany, but he first had to be operated on his front leg, because he was limping.

The second hurdle was the trip from Thassos to the Netherlands, where he soon found a nice family.

The third hurdle was that little Peter was sick, the vet suspected ectopic ureter, and the family could not cope with the high operation costs and his uncertain future. So Peter went back to our Dutch foster family.

The fourth hurdle was that the foster family could not keep Peter very long because at the time there were too many animals in care and Peter needed special attention.

Claudia and Klaus, who had already helped so many animals from Thassos, heard the call of Peter and immediately took care of him, and consulted a specialist vet.

The fifth hurdle was that Peters problem was not the ureter but a non-working left kidney, which was removed. A difficult and very expensive operation.

The sixth hurdle was his healing. But little Peter also overcame this hurdle with ease and was soon completely healthy again at Claudia and Klaus.

The seventh hurdle was to find a new home for Peter.

And!! Peter has found a new home. Piet, so his new family called him, now lives in Wuppertal in Germany with Cornelia and Romana and feels completely happy. He now has a loving family with cats who accept his impetuous character. Here you can read what Claudia wrote about it: http://www.wuestenwolf.de/?p=7833

On July 24, Claudia and Klaus had planned a visit at Piets new home and both were welcomed enthusiastic. Peter was more than fortunate and here you can read more about it: http://www.wuestenwolf.de/?p=7935

Piet is the best example that it is worth to do your utmost to help an animal, whether it comes from Thassos, Germany or the Netherlands. Seven hurdles he has overcome! Perhaps Peter was in his previous life a cat? The number seven represents the perfect, but is also used as a synonym for infinity. But all that is not really important. Peter has had the ability to overcome difficult hurdles and won the battle unharmed, and that's all that counts!

We wish Cornelia and Romana lots of fun with their Piet, we thank Claudia and Klaus for the sacrificial care for Peter and spontaneity to help him immediately. We also thank WereldAsielen Foundation for their generous donation and the animal loving people who have donated to make his operation possible.

Good luck dear Piet!

Donation appeal for little Peter

Peter, whose left kidney was removed, is doing very well. Read more about this in the news of Claudia, where Peter currently stays in order to recover completely : http://www.wuestenwolf.de/?p=7680
The operation was not easy, but the little "Flummi" as Claudia affectionately calls the little scamp, made it.

The operation was also very expensive. The total cost will be about 1,100 euros, and we do not have such money. We ended up in minus financially and desperately need your help so that we can meet the bill. We know this is a lot of money, but little Peter has more than deserved to survive. Every animal deserves this chance, but unfortunately we can not help all the animals.

We would be very grateful if you can help Peter with a donation.

On our website you will find on the right side the link to Donate by Paypal or credit card, but you can also transfer your donation to the bank account of the president, Tanja van Egmond. ACT still has no bank account, since we have only recently been officially registered, and last week the board is elected during the first general meeting.
The account of Tanja van Egmond is: IBAN BIC NL50INGB0003539620 INGBNL2A

Thank you very much in advance. Together we are strong!