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This page is the for the UK and English-language supporters of Diasozo Karditsa.

The Diasozo Animal Rescue Team of Karditsa, Greece, is a small group of volunteers rescuing, treating and rehoming abandoned and abused strays from Karditsa, Greece.

07/08/2025

From the brink to a new beginning. Three months ago, none of us were sure Eileen would survive.

I found her barely alive in the bushes of a city park - just 4 months old and only 5.6kg, starving, dehydrated and rotting from infected dog bites. Too weak to lift her head, all she could do was cry. And thank goodness I heard her.

We rushed her to vet Panagiotis. Her body was in crisis - she was put on IV fluids, antibiotics and pain relief straight away. It was touch and go. We didn’t know if she’d make it through the night, let alone the week.

But Eileen held on.

Bit by bit, she started to recover. She found safety, gained strength - and slowly, started to enjoy life again. Not only did she pull through, she got better and stronger with each week.

And last week, she arrived in her forever home in Yorkshire. In just three months, Eileen has gone from barely hanging on to helping herself to a cheeky snack in the garden - full of energy, healthy, and finally loved.

This is what your support makes possible. Every share, every donation, every kind message - it all adds up.

Thank you for helping us give dogs like Eileen the second chance they deserve.

03/08/2025

Little Maro was already 5 years old and weighed just 6.3kg when she came into our care in 2023. She’d been an owned dog, but her life was far from ideal - kept in an apartment and only allowed to toilet on the balcony. That was all she knew.

But everything changed for her.

Now named Amy, she’s living a wonderful new life in Germany thanks to our fantastic homing partners, Silent Souls of Strays e.V. She really hit the jackpot. Updates like these never get old. Knowing that a dog who once had so little is now loved, safe, and thriving, it means the world. 💛

Please, adopt, dont shop! You change lives!

02/08/2025

That rain I shared a couple of days ago didn’t stick around for long - though I’m definitely not complaining! With so many parts of Greece either battling or at risk of wildfires, it was a very welcome change.

But today, the Greek summer sunshine was back in full force. Dina came along to help, and we decided to take a few of the dogs out of the shelter for a walk. They absolutely loved it, and were so well behaved too!

It’s little moments like these that we love 💛

31/07/2025

The sun always shines in Greece, right? Just driving to Larissa with my husband and look at this! I should have worn my sensible shoes 🤣🙄😁

28/07/2025

Back in January I introduced you to Frixos, a frail, neglected soul whose life had been filled with hardship. At around 10 years old and weighing just 2.8kg, he arrived in a heartbreaking state: nearly blind, hard of hearing and with a coat so matted it was painful to move. His skin was raw with sores, his bloodwork was poor and he'd tested positive for Leishmania. He was barely holding on.

His elderly owner, no longer able to care for him, had reached out for help and I'm so grateful he did. Frixos came into my care and, thanks to your support, began his journey toward recovery.

He was gently groomed, carefully treated and given the comfort, nutrition and vet care he’d so badly needed.

And now? 💛 We have some very special news.

After months of steady recovery, Frixos is doing better than he has in a very long time. So much so, that this morning, I took him to the vet to ask for their guidance on something I've been quietly considering…

Frixos has the opportunity to travel to the UK - to a loving “retirement home” with a family who have years of experience caring for dogs with Leishmania and more complex senior needs. A peaceful home. A real family. Comfort, love, safety.

I needed to be absolutely sure this was the right decision for him and today, the vet confirmed that he’s fit and healthy enough to make the two-day journey. It’s the kind of ending I could only dream of back in January and now, it’s becoming real!

💬 Thank you to everyone who donated, shared or simply held space for this lovely old gentleman. I'll keep you posted as he begins this new and gentle chapter soon.

Frixos, you’ve earned this! 💛

26/07/2025

It's Saturday morning and I've been shopping! Hope you all have a wonderful weekend ❤️

23/07/2025

Back in May I shared the story of a tiny orphan lamb found wandering by the roadside with no flock in sight and shouting her little lungs out. My husband (who clearly missed the memo about us not starting a sheep sanctuary 🙄😉😁) scooped her up and brought her home.

For a brief moment, she became the newest and woolliest (is that a word?!) member of the Diasozo Animal Rescue crew.

She didn’t stick around for long. Within a day, she’d trotted off to her forever home with a friend nearby, joining a lovely little hobby flock where she’s kept as a pet and thoroughly spoiled. Frankly, she’s living the dream.

And just look at her now!

These update photos show her all grown up and the absolute picture of health - strong, serene and very pleased with herself. It’s a great reminder that sometimes all it takes is one safe space, one good person (my husband ❤️) and a bit of improvisation with a cardboard box and some towels.

Thank you, massively, to everyone who supports our rescues and makes these little stories possible, whether it's dogs, cats or the occasional surprise sheep.

19/07/2025

Hello! I'm popping up on your feed with a huge thank you, and a little nudge!

I want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who’s already donated to our Swedish support, Peter Jundin’s, incredible fundraiser for the shelter repairs, which I shared on Tuesday. You’re amazing - and so is Peter.

If you missed it earlier this week, here’s the deal:
Peter has promised to double every single donation.

Pound for pound, euro for euro, dollar for dollar - he’ll match what you give out of his own pocket, up to €3,000. That means your kindness goes twice as far to help keep 100+ dogs safe and dry this winter.

Right now, the shelter desperately needs new kennels, roofing, drainage, and safe fencing. This isn’t about fancy extras, it’s about basic survival. Keeping the dogs dry, and protected when the winter rain arrives (and in Karditsa, it will come!).

If you’ve already donated, a huge thank you so much for being part of this. If you haven’t yet, there’s still time to join in and double the difference you make. It all goes to the animals under our care.

Here’s the link to donate, and please do share it if you can:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-ermioni-she-needs-a-new-shelter-in-karditsa

Thank you, from me and from every single wagging tail at the shelter. 🐾

17/07/2025

CALLING ALL OUR UK DIASOZO DOGS & CATS!

It’s that time again, the 2026 Greek Animal Rescue fundraising calendar is nearly ready to go, and I'd love to see as many of our UK Diasozo dogs and cats in there as possible.

Greek Animal Rescue are our UK partners, and thanks to our working together so many of our Karditsa kids have found their forever homes. Now it’s your turn to help celebrate that.

There are just 10 squares left to fill before the calendar is complete. So, if you’ve adopted one of our dogs this is your chance to get them featured.

How does it work? It's just £5 per square... Send your favourite photo, whether it’s a wagging tail, a sleeping nose or just a typical ‘this is me now’ moment. It doesn’t need to be perfect; they love to see the real stuff.

1 square = 1 photo
Up to 3 squares per household

How to submit:
📩 Email your photos to Liz at: [email protected]
She’ll let you know what happens next.

I'd really ove to see lots of our Diasozo kids in the 2026 calendar, let’s show off the faces that make all the hard work worth it. Please get your photos in before the dogs do it themselves!

15/07/2025

Double the Difference: Let’s Get the Shelter Winter-Ready!

I know I’ve been a bit quiet this week – but don’t worry, I haven’t disappeared under a pile of dog beds (tempting as that sometimes is). Behind the scenes, I’ve been busy pulling together costs for some desperately needed repairs and upgrades at the shelter where our 100+ dogs live.

Getting quotes in Greece? Think pulling teeth... from a moving target... while blindfolded. But we’re nearly there!

Here’s the good bit:

One of our long-time supporters and adopters from Sweden, Peter Jundin – a real knight in shining armour (or at least a very decent raincoat) – has stepped up with an incredible offer.

Peter has set up a fundraiser with a €3,000 target. And here’s the magic: he’s pledged to DOUBLE every donation out of his own pocket. That means if we reach €3,000 together, he’ll match it – raising a staggering potential €6,000 for the dogs.

And the video you see here? Peter filmed it himself when he visited me at the shelter last winter. So this is not just a fundraiser for him – it’s personal. He’s seen the conditions, walked through the mud, and met the dogs who’ll benefit from your help.

But this only works for donations made through the fundraiser link below. So if you’re able to help us, please, please do follow the link to donate. I know times are tough and the cost of living is biting for so many of us right now, but this is such a rare and wonderful opportunity to stretch your donation twice as far.

Why is this so important?

We’ve always dreamed of buying land to build a new, safe, purpose-built shelter. Sadly, land that’s affordable, available, flood-proof and has water and electricity is like trying to find a unicorn that can do DIY.

So while that search continues, we can’t wait any longer to make essential repairs. Winter is coming, and right now the shelter is prone to flooding. We urgently need to:

Build new kennels and roofing

Insulate water pipes

Lay gravel to stop water pooling

Replace worn-out fencing and gates to keep the dogs safe and reduce fighting

This is a chance to make every single pound, euro or dollar go twice as far.

If you’ve ever thought of donating, now’s the time, because Peter will double your donation. Together we can make sure the shelter is safe, secure, and ready for whatever winter throws at us (and in Karditsa, that’s usually rain, mud, and more rain).

Please help us seize this opportunity by donating here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/please-help-ermioni-she-needs-a-new-shelter-in-karditsa

Thank you from me and 100 wagging tails. 🐾

10/07/2025

How come is Franky still waiting? This beautiful boy has been through more than most cats ever will and come out the other side not just surviving, but thriving!

I rescued Franky as a battered stray from the streets of Karditsa. Back then he had a severe facial abscess, probably a fight wound as he was an unneutered male, and the skin was necrotic and had to be removed. But thanks to our extraordinary vet, Franky underwent plastic surgery using skin grafted from his back. He's healed beautifully and today he’s a living, purring testament to what rescue is about - compassion, determination and second chances.

Franky isn’t just a survivor. He’s also affectionate, dog-friendly, child-friendly, and just… wonderful. He adores human company and he’s totally ready to be someone’s loyal companion for life.

My friends at Greek Animal Rescue have been doing all they can to find him a home in the UK - but still no definite offers. We can’t believe no one’s snapped him up. Surely someone out there is looking for a handsome cat with an incredible story and a wonderful character?

He’s around 3 years old, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and he’s ready to travel. All he needs now is his person. Is there anyone out there who will give Franky his chance? A soft spot on your sofa, and a big space in your heart?

PLEASE SHARE and let's make this the weekend he gets his happy ever after!

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