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Gaia began experiencing discomfort and had noticeably bad breath. A trip to the vet revealed the culprit: an inflamed tooth that needed urgent attention. Despite everything she’s been through, Gaia remained calm and trusting, like she knew she was in good hands.Thanks to timely care, Gaia underwent surgery to remove the painful tooth. The procedure …

Summer walks can be dangerous for dogs if not done right.☀️ Walk early or late🐾 Test the pavement💧 Bring water🌳 Stick to shadeLet’s keep our pets safe all summer!

When we first met Pilou, he was just another stray trying to survive in a world that hadn’t been kind. Gentle and trusting despite everything, Pilou had a visible hernia that needed urgent surgery, something no animal should face alone. On top of that, he was unneutered and vulnerable to the many dangers that come …

From a litter of 9 to a forever home in Paris 🐾Macha overcame so much, and thanks to Elias & Friends, she finally found the love she’s been waiting for.Goodbye Beirut, hello second chances. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) Maka lost vision in one …

Jade was just another puppy left behind. Frightened, alone, and unsure of what tomorrow would bring, his early days were marked by the kind of heartbreak no soul should endure. But as with all stories of rescue, hope has a way of finding its way in-through kindness, compassion, and the power of community.That’s where our …

ووضح :”ان جمعية Adopt Don’t Shop فهي مسجّلة رسميًا في لبنان منذ عام 2019، Adopt Don’t Shop هي جمعية غير ربحية تُعنى برعاية وإنقاذ وإعادة تأهيل القطط والكلاب المتروكة. من خلال جهود محلية وشراكات دولية، لا سيما مع جمعية Elias & Friends في فرنسا.وختم ” تهدف الجمعية إلى كسر دائرة الإهمال وخلق عالم تُعامل فيه …

Tom, the dumped neutered cat, went on another road trip, this time to the vet!✅ Full check-up💉 Vaccinated💚 Loved every step of the way.He's still looking for his forever home. WhatsApp: 71 533 202 to fill a pre-adoption questionnaire. we reply on your donations and support to continue our work, please donate no amount is …

Carl, Dolce, & Lilou joined our program to find their families in France, after a long unsuccessful wait in Lebanon.Thanks to Elias & Friends, 3 new rescued cats will have their second chances! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) View this post on Instagram A …

The little warrior Gaia, completed her process to travel to France. However, she was too young to undergo the spaying surgery.Voilà ! She's now spayed. please donate to help us continue our mission! Read Gaia's story here: THE STORY

After a year of waiting and uncertainty, Linda finally left to Paris, thanks to Elias & Friends. 💙 She's still dreaming of a forever family. Help her story reach the heart it’s meant for. 🐾 Email: eliasandfriendslb@gmail.com View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) please donate …

the 3 puppies found beside their mom’s lifeless body in the Bekaa completed their process with the blood sample extracted for their rabies titer tests!when the results come in, they'll be ready for new beginnings. please donate to help us continue our mission! Read their story here: THE STORY

From being abused, to moving from boarding to foster homes... Kinder spent over a year not being wanted by any family... Until, boom!Thanks to Elias & Friends, Kinder left Beirut to her home in Paris. Finally!Bye-bye sweet Kinder, we will miss you. Enjoy the life you finally deserve. please donate to help us continue our …

We called him Tom. One of many strays, but not forgotten. 💙Thanks to Elias & Friends, Tom will be neutered soon as part of our TNR efforts. We will keep you updated. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) we reply on your donations and support …

Keep your kitty entertained with this fun and stimulating video featuring a curious little mouse scurrying around! Perfect for your cat who loves to stalk, pounce, and play. 😺Motion designer & VFX artist: Salam Joudiehhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bn5w-HUxMHc don't forget to subscribe to our youtube channel!

From the chaos of war to the comfort of love, Zoey’s journey is one of hope and healing. Forced to flee Beirut due to the devastating impact of war, this brave soul was given a second chance thanks to the compassion of Elias & Friends. With the support of her loving foster mom Lynn and …

When placing a pet in a new home, it is your responsibility to ensure the adopter is fully committed and capable of providing a lifelong, safe, and loving environment. Please follow these essential guidelines:Adopter Communication & UpdatesAlways confirm that the adopter is willing to provide regular updates about the pet. If you have an adoption …

She was left to fend for herself after being spayed, weak and in pain… But we couldn’t turn away. We rushed her to the vet, and she received the care she desperately needed. Now, she’s back on the streets...Where she will be taking her antibiotics.Thanks to you, we were able to cover her medical expenses. …

From Beirut to a new beginning! ✈️ Amal finally made it to her family, thanks to the incredible support of Elias & Friends. Every rescue is a step toward hope! 💙🐾 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) please donate to help us continue our mission!

Treats as a donation - yes, really! 😻 Thanks to treegroup.co, stray cats will enjoy some delicious snacks! From the South to the North. Every small gesture makes a HUGE impact. 💙🐾 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) we reply on your donations and support …

🐾 Thanks to a generous donation from Pet Mall, Kaslik, all the stray dogs in our care are now flea-free! ✨ A huge thank you for making a difference in their lives! 💙Thank you Eliane & Karim for making it happen! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & …

✈️ From the Bekaa to Beirut, all the way to France! 🇱🇧➡️🇫🇷 Stuart has finally made it to his forever home, thanks to his amazing travel partner Melissa & the incredible Elias & Friends! ❤️🏡 New beginnings, one rescue at a time! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team …

Gaia, Simba, Maka, and Merlin's journey has begun, thanks to Elias & Friends! 🐾💙 Here's to a fresh start and a brighter future! ✨ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities …

Keeping stray pets healthy is a responsibility we take seriously, and today, we’re happy to share that Brownie just got his yearly vaccine—right on schedule! Vaccinations are a crucial part of preventive care, protecting our furry friends from dangerous diseases and ensuring they live long, happy lives. we reply on your donations and support to …

Another trip was possible thanks to Elias & Friends: Tyson and Alvin left Beirut, finally! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) please donate to help us continue our mission!

we previously posted about our collaboration with seta beirut - read the blog article here.the 3 rescued cats, berta, moon, and billie, made it to paris thanks to the amazing elias and friends! please donate to help us continue our mission!

3 puppies were found beside their mom’s lifeless body in the Bekaa 💔We couldn’t turn away. They’re now safe, vet-checked, & in a loving foster home. 🐶❤️Thanks to Elias & Friends, they will soon join our adoption program. Stay tuned for updates! 🐾❤️ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: …

Magic had an accident at his boarding place and needed urgent care, including surgery. Thanks to your donations, we covered his $262 bill! 💙 He’s healing well, and his stitches come off tomorrow. 🐾✨ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adop Don't Shop: Team & Activities (@teamadslb) we reply on your donations …

we rescued ginger while she was a little puppy, she was adopted and returned. now that she's a young dog, despite trying to publish posts for her to find her family in lebanon... ginger has been in a boarding place for almost a year... no one wanted to make ginger part of their family...thanks to …

As the new year begins, so do our ongoing efforts to find loving homes for rescues from Lebanon to Paris, France. In collaboration with our dedicated partner at Elias & Friends, we’re thrilled to announce our first successful trip of the year!Bert, a charming and resilient rescue, has embarked on his journey to a forever …