Animal Rescue Sofia
Sofia, Bulgaria · 40 animals available
Animals at this shelter
Kharvi – istoriya, koyato ne bivashe da se sluchva (Харви – история, която не биваше да се случва)
Page 1 of 2 · 40 animals
Recently adopted
2 happy endings from this shelter — and counting.
How to adopt from Animal Rescue Sofia
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Find a match
Browse the available animals on this page, save your favourites, and check each animal's profile for personality traits and care needs.
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Get in touch
Use the contact details above — or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page — to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.
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Application
Most shelters ask for a short written application covering your living situation, prior pet experience, and daily routine. This helps them find the best match for your home.
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Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
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Home check
Some shelters carry out a brief home visit or video walkthrough to make sure your space is a safe fit for the animal.
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Adoption day
Sign the adoption contract, pay any applicable adoption fee, and head home with your new family member.
Process and fees vary by shelter — contact Animal Rescue Sofia directly for specifics.
About
About Animal Rescue Sofia
Animal Rescue Sofia is a dog and cat shelter based in Sofia, Bulgaria. There are currently 17 dogs and 7 cats listed for adoption.
The animals currently listed at Animal Rescue Sofia range in age from about 0 to 7 years old.
Adoption process
Adopting from Sofia
Bulgarian shelters typically include full vet workup, sterilization, and passport. Many coordinate with EU rescue partners for direct transport to adopter cities in Germany, Netherlands, and Austria.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Animal Rescue Sofia directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself — we just make it easier for you to find the animal in the first place.
For a full breakdown of cross-border adoption requirements from Bulgaria, see our Bulgaria import guide.
Nearby
Other shelters in Bulgaria
Animal Rescue Sofia is one of 18+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Bulgaria. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- Bansko Street Dogs — Bansko (22 animals)
- Ecoravnovesie Sofia — Sofia (120 animals)
- Eeremiah — Sofia (14 animals)
- Every Dog Matters EU — Kostinbrod (32 animals)
- Four Paws Bulgaria (ЧЕТИРИ ЛАПИ) — Sofia (11 animals)
- FREYA Foundation Bulgaria (45 animals)
- FREYA Foundation Bulgaria — Varna region (Avren) (25 animals)
- Helen — Vratsa region (38 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Animal Rescue Sofia located?
Animal Rescue Sofia is in Sofia, Bulgaria.
How many animals does Animal Rescue Sofia have available for adoption?
Animal Rescue Sofia currently has 40 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 17 dogs. Plus 7 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Animal Rescue Sofia?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Animal Rescue Sofia directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Animal Rescue Sofia handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. Bulgarian shelters typically include full vet workup, sterilization, and passport. Many coordinate with EU rescue partners for direct transport to adopter cities in Germany, Netherlands, and Austria.
Can I adopt from Animal Rescue Sofia if I live in another country?
Yes. Cross-border adoption within the EU is straightforward thanks to the EU pet passport system. The animal needs to be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped to ISO 11784/11785, and have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. Animal Rescue Sofia typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport — common options include rescue networks (NGO-run road transport), professional pet-transport companies, "flight nannies" (volunteer in-cabin couriers), or self-drive pickups for shelters in neighbouring countries.
Is Animal Rescue Sofia a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Animal Rescue Sofia is listed on TailHarbor based on data scraped from their own website, but TailHarbor has not yet manually verified the shelter's contact details. We recommend confirming details directly with the shelter before travelling for an adoption visit.
What is the adoption fee at Animal Rescue Sofia?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Animal Rescue Sofia directly. Typical fees in Bulgaria cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Animal Rescue Sofia via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.