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BAR was discovered behind a bush whimpering softly and breathing erratically as if he no longer had the strength or the will to communicate his agony to the world…as if he literally chose this spot to spend his dying days…alone, as if not to disturb the world around him.

Help for Bar

From waiting to die to willing to live: A stray’s story of revival.

BAR was discovered behind a bush whimpering softly and breathing erratically as if he no longer had the strength or the will to communicate his agony to the world…as if he literally chose this spot to spend his dying days…alone, as if not to disturb the world around him.

Perhaps it was a relief for Bar to be leaving this world. A world that welcomed him, like every stray, with cruelty, loneliness, and injustice. A world that forced him to starve… endure sickness…to suffer unjustified ignorance and torture…basically, a world that treated him unfairly without any reason whatsoever.

Yes, for Bar it was a great relief to be departing such a world. He could no longer walk to find garbage to eat on the streets. He could no longer crawl to look for a drinking water source. He could no longer even search for a reason to keep trying. So, lay behind a bush…waiting for the pain to end.

Help us help them!

As you read these lines, please be as generous as you can for thousands of homeless dogs who are suffering.

Please check our Before/After page to see more special cases of dogs who have been rescued from death and are now safe and happy because you care and believe in our work.

Adopt one of our dogs

Dogs who need a forever home. They’ve all been living on the streets, exposed to unimaginable dangers. Today, they are safe with us in our ROLDA sanctuaries, waiting for their forever home. Do you have one to give?

ROLDA restores life to strays. Bar’s story shows how

“ROLDA has a very strict no-kill policy and a responsible evaluation procedure that examines each rescue dog individually, thoroughly, and humanely to formulate the best rehabilitation program vital to their recovery. At one point, Bar’s leg and overall health were so poor that we thought he could not be saved. But we regained our hope quickly…we regained our belief inBar’s chances…and we will remain by his side through his entire healing process.”
– Dana Costin, ROLDA Founder

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Coaster set for pots and glasses

Size for glasses: 10 x 10 cm Size for pots: 14 x 14 cm Made of cotton and water-resistant material with dogs print With filler and hook (for pots) A set contains 4 coasters for glasses and 1 coaster for pot. ROLDA does not assume responsibility and cannot be held responsible for delivery delays, descriptions...

Bow tie for dog with elastic brace

Blue bow with black straps. Filled to be soft, and comfortable for dogs. It can be with an adjustable elastic brace. Closure with a plastic trident. ROLDA does not assume responsibility and cannot be held responsible for delivery delays, descriptions and/or the use of the products presented/sold on the ROLDA website, as they are made...

Napkin holder dogs print

Color: various Size: 12 x 6 cm Made of cotton, with hook ROLDA does not assume responsibility and cannot be held responsible for delivery delays, descriptions and/or the use of the products presented/sold on the ROLDA website, as they are made available to ROLDA, respectively manufactured and delivered, by the manufacturers.

Cute dachshund dog

Size: 24 x 14 x 6 cm Cute dachshund dog, personalized ROLDA Created with pink for girls and blue for boys Made of different textile materials ROLDA does not assume responsibility and cannot be held responsible for delivery delays, descriptions and/or the use of the products presented/sold on the ROLDA website, as they are made...

Educational game 18-36 months old

Size: 20 x 20 cm Each image is made of 4 elements; each element is 10 x 10 cm Each set has 4 images Material: felt Game is suitable for kids between 18 - 36 months old only under parents supervision. Each piece is handmade. It doesn't contain glued elements; all pieces are sewn with...
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Update

You can see the transformation of Bar – from an injured, skinny dog on Romanian streets to a lovely, adorable pet in Sweden. Together we #givehope to hopeless where no one else will.
Thank you great ROLDA supporters!

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