“Sterilise and Save” is a vital programme within our organisation. Through this project, we annually sterilise owned and stray dogs and cats across dozens of locations in Romania.
Our work is primarily focused on collaboration with local authorities and public shelters across the country. Where time allows, we also treat and rehome animals from these shelters, striving to find them loving families.
Furthermore, our team includes veterinarians and professional dog handlers who often join other projects. Their involvement allows us to educate and inform local communities in Romania about animal welfare, animal rights, and the essential needs of pets.
With more than two decades of continuous work, Sterilise and Save has prevented the birth of countless unwanted dogs and cats.
Through consistent campaigns and expert collaboration, the project has become one of Eastern Europe’s most effective animal welfare initiatives.
Our teams travel far beyond the big cities — reaching smaller towns and rural communities such as Vâlcea, Suceava, and Agigea.
Working closely with local councils and veterinarians, Sterilise and Save provides free sterilisation services where they are needed most.
Accessibility is key. The programme offers completely free neutering (by appointment) for both owned pets and stray animals — helping people and communities manage the animal population humanely and effectively.
Sterilisation prevents disease, improves animal wellbeing, and reduces abandonment.
It’s both compassionate and responsible — Romanian law requires mixed-breed pets to be sterilised, ensuring a sustainable approach to animal welfare.
Through education and collaboration, Sterilise and Save promotes a lasting culture of care and respect for animals.
The merger between Adăpostul Speranța and Animal Society has amplified the programme’s reach, coherence, and efficiency.
Our united team brings international experience — leading sterilisation campaigns in India, Egypt, Sudan, Germany, Italy, Moldova, Bulgaria, Croatia, and Serbia — sharing humane population control practices globally.
Animals rescued through Sterilise and Save receive full medical treatment, sterilisation, vaccination, and microchipping before entering our adoption programme.
At Adăpostul Speranța, dogs enjoy outdoor play spaces, human interaction, and proper care until they find their forever families.
Our goal is to become a leading rehoming and rehabilitation centre in Eastern Europe.
Sterilise and Save integrates educational initiatives into its mission – from school visits and workshops to public awareness campaigns.
Through the Multinational of Good project, corporate volunteers join the shelter team to improve the lives of rescued animals and promote responsible pet ownership.
Step by step, we’re building a new generation of empathy.
Mobile neutering clinic: free sterilisation campaign, organised by Adăpostul Speranța.
Free neutering campaign for mixed-breed dogs and cats, in collaboration with local authorities.
Ongoing shelter activities, mobile sterilisation teams, and community involvement.
Mobile veterinary campaigns for communities with limited access to veterinary care – starting in Corbeanca and expanding nationwide.
Our specialists have conducted sterilisation and training missions in India, Egypt, Sudan, Germany, Italy, Moldova, Bulgaria, Croatia, and Serbia, promoting humane animal population control worldwide.
Support Sterilise and Save — and be part of a compassionate movement that prevents suffering, promotes responsibility, and transforms lives.
Together, we can make every community a kinder place for animals.
