Lee Successfully completed a 240km walk and raised 10,000 Euros for Akira

CONGRATULATIONS, AND THANK YOU, LEE HARKER Lee and his partner Fay are dedicated Akira supporters, volunteering at the Shelter whenever they can by walking dogs. They have also adopted two Akira rescue dogs. Upon hearing Akira’s plans to build a new exercise and rehabilitation area, he started thinking he could use his strengths to help […] Read More…

Specsavers Calpe Collection Results 

Specsavers Calpe Collection Results  Photo (Left to right): Ilona Quadflieg Optical Assistant Specsavers Ópticas Calpe, Billie-Jo Johnson-Roberts Shelter Manager Akira, Chantelle Hayward Store Director Specsavers Ópticas Calpe, Paul Howles Akira Board Member and volunteer Specsavers Ópticas in Calpe put out the call for food, blankets and toys for the dogs at Akira Animal Sanctuary in […] Read More…

Some Sad News

A Sad Loss It is with a heavy heart I have to notify you all of the sad passing of Chance today. This afternoon he crossed over the rainbow bridge after a long fight with his health. The time came for his foster parents, Lee and Fay, to say goodbye. He had the most wonderful […] Read More…

Akira Needs Angels

The Tree of Hope The Tree of Hope is the symbol for a fund-raising campaign launched by Akira Dog Sanctuary to raise 50,000€ to extend facilities at its rescue shelter in Benissa. Early December saw local dog sanctuary Akira hold a reception for local councillors, media, and sponsors to launch a new and exciting fund-raising […] Read More…

Sponsor a Dog

NOVEMBERS SPONSORSHIP REQUEST This month for those who cannot adopt, we are asking if you would be prepared to sponsor one of our residents. This month we have chosen Reggie as he has several costly medical needs, and due to his special needs, his stay with us may be longer than anticipated. We must ensure […] Read More…

Dog Walkers Welcome

CALLING DOG LOVERS! We are looking for volunteer dog walkers who can visit our shelter during our opening hours and take a dog or two out for a lovely stroll. Our doors are open to volunteers between 09:30-16:00. There is no fixed schedule. You can visit whenever you have a moment to share with the […] Read More…

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