Your donationAs so often, life comes with one piece of bad news and one of good.
The bad news: Hopa will never walk again. X-rays have confirmed a complete and irreversible severing of the spinal cord.
The good news: as of today, a new life begins for her. She will be cared for, she will have mobility within the shelter, and she will live alongside our group of paraplegic dogs—a special, empathetic, close-knit and surprisingly cheerful community. They don’t always get along perfectly with “able-bodied” dogs, but among themselves they are true friends.
Our paraplegic dogs are some of the most lovable presences in the shelter. Visit them anytime—once they get to know you, they are absolutely delighted to welcome guests.
This is how we begin 2026: with a cry for help.
This is Hopa — from Hope. Her life began in pain, a pain that has marked her forever. The trauma she suffered left her paralysed, and her first days were filled with fear and suffering.
In the period ahead, Hopa will face a difficult journey: medical examinations, tests, MRI scans and treatments that will determine what chances she has going forward. It may be an intervention that restores her mobility, or a wheelchair that helps her move on. Whatever the outcome, Hopa needs support now.
She is young and her life started on a hard path, but we are here to show her that it can continue on a better one. We cannot change her past, but we can offer her a safer, more dignified future.
Hopa needs you. Every donation means a chance, a step forward, and the hope that no life is ever abandoned at Speranța Shelter.
No. Every donation, regardless of size, helps provide food, medical treatment, shelter, and care for rescued dogs. Small donations can collectively make a significant impact.
Yes. We gratefully accept both one-time and recurring donations. Monthly giving provides predictable support that helps us plan ongoing care, but every contribution is appreciated.
Yes. Speranța Shelter welcomes donations from supporters around the world. Our online donation system accepts international donations securely and conveniently.
Yes. We use trusted payment providers and secure encryption technology to protect your personal and payment information during every transaction.
Yes. Many supporters choose to make a donation in memory of a beloved family member, friend, or pet. It’s a meaningful way to honour their memory while helping rescue dogs in need.
Absolutely. Companies and organisations can support us through sponsorships, fundraising initiatives, corporate partnerships, employee giving programmes, and volunteering.
You can help by volunteering, fundraising, sponsoring a dog through remote adoption, sharing our mission on social media, organising community events, or encouraging others to support animal welfare.
We accept major debit and credit cards, PayPal, bank transfers, and other payment methods available through our online donation platform.
Animal shelters rely on donations to provide food, veterinary care, shelter, rehabilitation, and emergency rescues. Without public support, many vulnerable animals would not receive the care they need.
Yes. Every donation directly contributes to improving the lives of rescued dogs. Whether you help feed a dog for a day, support a medical treatment, or contribute to long-term care, your generosity creates real and measurable impact.
Your donation helps fund food, veterinary treatment, medications, shelter maintenance, rehabilitation programmes, and the daily care of rescued dogs.
The cost varies depending on a dog’s age, health, and specific needs, but monthly care typically includes food, medical care, shelter, enrichment, and staff support.
Yes. Speranța Shelter is operated by the registered Romanian animal welfare organisation Foundation „Adăpostul Speranța” (Fundația Adăpostul Speranța).
Unfortunately, Gift Aid is only available for donations made to eligible UK charities. As Speranța Shelter is based in Romania, Gift Aid does not currently apply.
Speranța Shelter provides lifelong care for over 500 rescued dogs, including senior, disabled, and traumatised dogs who have nowhere else to go.
We need your help to care for Hopa!
With your donations, we will be able to carry out the necessary medical examinations and provide her with the recovery she needs.
We need your help to care for Hopa!
With your donations, we will be able to carry out the necessary medical examinations and provide her with the recovery she needs.
