Princesa is the very beginning of our sanctuary’s story.
In April 2020, we rescued our very first animal in Brazil—and it was Princesa. She was a pregnant donkey, found lying on the side of the road after being hit by a car. She was heavily pregnant, late in her term, and her leg was badly injured. Someone had tied a makeshift splint around it, but it offered no real help.
We desperately searched for assistance—calling veterinarians, equine facilities, and sanctuaries—hoping to find her a safe place. We were able to get Princesa the urgent medical care she needed, but no permanent home was available for her. That was when we realized: we were her home.
Shortly after her rescue, Princesa gave birth to a beautiful and healthy baby girl who we named Espoleta. Together, they became the first two lives of what would grow into our full sanctuary.
It’s easy to see how it all started with Princesa. Boarding her at a temporary place led us to take in more donkeys, horses, dogs, and cats. Over time, Protect Animals Worldwide became a full sanctuary, saving lives every single day.
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