Jenny Clarke, President of Association for Protection of Animals Algarve (APAA) has such checklists. “Sometimes they are a few days out of date maybe longer!” Her colleague Anita Wight, has just been appointed Ambassador for ‘Legacy’.“Legacy Pet Plan, has been around for some time in the UK and very successful. But it is fairly new here. So I am now taking the ‘Legacy’ to our pet owners.”

Anita has a newly made video, leaflets and a list of names. Her organisational skills are well-known within the ‘Pop-Up’ Shop circuit. ARA, has a wonderful shelter, outside of Loulé. It was purpose-built in the countryside for abandoned animals by Sid Richardson CIC, whose dream has come true. Animal Rescue Algarve has a hand-picked team of volunteers and paid staff headed by João Ferriera who is dedicated.

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“Animals come first.” Anita knows, between them the shelter is run in perfect harmony. Animals are more than just happy. “If something happened to me, an illness, I had to return home suddenly or I die who would look after my magnificent family of pets?” There are many shelters and ‘Canils’ but not able to take on additional animals they are running to a tight budget.

ARA’s ‘Legacy Pet Plan’ is a form of insurance for your furry canine or feline friends. “When I signed up my pets with ARA, I didn’t know that two of them would die, and be replaced by another two abandonees. That’s just how it happens!” Anita smiles. “But, my gift to ARA will ensure that any animals I have when I am no longer able to look after them, will be given veterinary care, fed and re-homed as soon as possible. VIP treatment. Who could ask for more?” Indeed. Anita’s husband died suddenly around four years ago, which set her on the trail of thinking ahead. “It would be careless of me, wouldn’t it, if I didn’t take the hint. None of us know what is looming ahead, be it good or bad!”


ARA’s list has grown over the past 24 months to as many members signing up to ‘Legacy’. “The plan is easy, because it is simple and works. Nothing is dyed in wool... it is all flexible. Gifting an amount to ARA ensures your future pet(s) well-being. Your peace of mind.” Anita is happy to discuss your individual needs, privately and accompany you on a wonderful and worthwhile trip to ARA.

APAA Shops: Dunas do Alvor: Mon-Sat10.30am–2pm Rua Elias Garcia 20, Silves:Mon-Fri 10am–2pm(Sat1pm)

Legacy video : https://youtu.be/yjP0obY0dUk

Contacts: info.apaaportugal@gmail.com (mark for Anita-Legacy)

ARA: www.animalrescuealgarve.com

Video: Carlos Filipe www.cfilipe.pt