1. Rescue & intake
Reporting, intervention, sheltering and first care at our facility or with a foster family.
Programme — Animal protection
A shelter, a second chance
Every animal we take in is treated, microchipped, vaccinated, sterilised and placed with a family suited to its needs.
Our approach
Our shelter takes in dogs, cats and small animals that have been abandoned, mistreated or neglected. We work as a network with foster families, partner veterinary clinics and other shelters to direct each animal toward the most appropriate solution.
We follow a strict protocol: full veterinary examination, identification (microchip), vaccination, sterilisation and behavioural assessment before any adoption is proposed. No animal is placed without a prior visit.
The journey of a rescued animal
2. Care & identification
Veterinary exam, treatments, vaccinations, identification (microchip) and sterilisation.
3. Behavioural assessment
Observation, socialisation and assessment to understand the animal’s needs and the right family profile.
4. Responsible adoption
Meeting, adoption questionnaire, contract and post-adoption follow-up to ensure a smooth integration.
Adopting means committing
Adopting an animal is not a casual decision — it is a 10 to 15-year commitment, sometimes longer. We ask for an open conversation about your home, availability, children or other animals, and your budget.
- Adoption fee covering identification, vaccines and sterilisation
- Possible home visit before adoption
- Signed adoption contract and post-adoption follow-up
- Commitment never to abandon — return to A.G.H.A. is always possible
Become a foster family
Foster families are essential — they offer our animals a warm environment during recovery, socialisation or while they wait for adoption. A.G.H.A. covers food, veterinary follow-up and provides ongoing advice.
I want to foster
Adoption FAQ
What are the conditions to adopt?
Be of legal age, have a home suited to the chosen animal, accept a prior visit and sign A.G.H.A.’s adoption contract. Adoption fees are listed on each animal’s profile.
Can I return the animal if adoption doesn’t work out?
Yes. The A.G.H.A. contract includes a guaranteed return to the shelter if you can no longer keep the animal. We always prefer that to a new abandonment.
Can I report an animal in distress?
Yes. Contact us immediately by email or via the contact form. We will guide you and, where possible, intervene or relay the alert to local authorities.