Patinhas ao Sol - Ponta do Sol

04/09/2026

It is with great sadness that we share with you that darling little Merlin passed away this week. ❤️😥 Even though he had some health issues this summer, he was playful and happy up until his last breath, surrounded by endless love and in the best care any dog could wish for. Merlin's life wasn't always easy, but knowing that he had the most amazing couple in the world to look after him in his final years is comforting to know. Little Merlin passed over as a happy little fella, and he will be missed so very much by Maryann and Bob. Rest in peace, Merlin, you were such an amazing little guy. ❤️😥

The video in this post was his adoption video from the shelter, and seeing how he loved to float with the stream in the levada is something that will stay with us forever. ❤️

22/05/2026

Hello everyone 💔
It truly breaks my heart to see that there has been no activity on this page for such a long time. Meanwhile, several beautiful dogs are still living in confinement at the shelter, waiting month after month for someone to notice them, love them, and give them the second chance they deserve.

These dogs need visibility. They need their sweet faces, unique personalities, and stories to be shared so they can finally find loving homes. Without promotion and activity here, they remain unseen.

If anyone has the time, heart, and possibility to help by spending time with the dogs and perhaps taking over the management of this page, please send a message or reach out directly to Camara or Rui Reis. Even the smallest effort can change a life forever ❤️

I truly pray that someone will help get the promotions started again, so these precious souls can finally have hope and a future outside the shelter.
Big hugs from Benedikte & Benji 🐾
(This is Draco, who has been living at the shelter since December ❤️)

27/03/2026

A Câmara Municipal da Ponta do Sol, em parceria com a Associação Animais de Rua, vai realizar uma intervenção no âmbito do programa Capturar–Esterilizar–Devolver (CED) no concelho.

Nos dias 30 e 31 de março, prevê-se que sejam intervencionados até 100 gatos em colónias do concelho já identificadas. Esta ação é essencial para o controlo ético das populações errantes, melhoria do bem-estar animal e salvaguarda da saúde pública.

Apela-se à colaboração de toda a população, solicitando que não alimentem os animais nos dias 29, 30 e 31 de março, de forma a não comprometer o processo de captura, devendo ser deixada apenas água fresca à disposição.

O Município da Ponta do Sol associa-se assim à Associação Animais de Rua nesta intervenção pioneira, sendo um dos cinco municípios que participam nesta primeira fase do programa CED na Madeira. Esta é uma ação de grande dimensão e impacto, que procura promover uma convivência mais segura, saudável e equilibrada entre pessoas e animais.

22/03/2026

Meet Draco 🐾
A sweet, playful soul with a curious mind and so much love to give.

Right now, he’s taking it slow while going through heartworm treatment which means rest, patience, and dreaming about future adventures 🌿
(Trust us… he can’t wait for those long walks 🥹)

Draco is a sensitive boy who prefers calm over chaos, so he’d do best in a peaceful home where he can feel safe and settle in at his own pace.

Give him a little time, a little patience… and you’ll see his playful, loving personality shine ✨❤️

He’s not asking for much just a cozy place to heal and a human to love.

📍 Madeira, Portugal
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✨ Pronto para um novo capítulo… contigo? ✨

Este é o Draco 🐾
Um patudo doce, curioso e cheio de amor para dar.

Neste momento está em tratamento para dirofilariose, por isso precisa de descanso e calma… mas já está a sonhar com os passeios que vêm aí 🌿🐕

O Draco é sensível a barulhos e vai dar-se melhor num lar tranquilo, com alguém paciente que lhe dê tempo para se adaptar.

Com um bocadinho de amor e paciência, vais ver o seu lado brincalhão aparecer ✨❤️

Ele só precisa de um lugar seguro para recuperar… e de alguém para amar.

📍 Madeira, Portugal
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09/03/2026

Three years ago, one of the volunteers set herself a mission: to help all the dogs at the Ponta do Sol shelter find loving homes.
Through dedication, walks in nature, cuddles, social media, and introducing the dogs to the community, one by one they began to leave the shelter and start new lives, after spending many years in confinement.
Last week, that mission was completed.
All the dogs from that time are now living in loving homes. 🐾
We hope this story will inspire others to get involved when the shelter opens its volunteer program again.
Because dedication, care, and persistence can truly change the lives of dogs in Madeira ❤️

Há três anos, uma das voluntárias assumiu uma missão: ajudar todos os cães do abrigo da Ponta do Sol a encontrar lares cheios de amor.
Através de dedicação, passeios, mimos, redes sociais e da apresentação dos cães à comunidade, um a um começaram a sair do abrigo e a iniciar novas vidas, depois de terem vivido muitos anos em confinamento.
Na semana passada, essa missão foi concluída.
Todos os cães dessa altura estão agora a viver em lares cheios de amor. 🐾
Esperamos que esta história inspire outras pessoas a envolverem-se quando o abrigo voltar a abrir o seu programa de voluntariado.
Porque dedicação, cuidado e persistência podem realmente mudar a vida dos cães na Madeira. ❤️

“I Just Couldn’t Leave Them There”Tobi Hughes·7th March 2026Madeira News How One Expat Helped Empty a Madeira Shelter — One Dog at a Time. A beautiful heart warming story to start the weekend. ❤️ Benedikte Koldingsnes came to Madeira from Norway in January 2023 and quickly became part o...

03/03/2026

Heaven gained the most beautiful angel 🤍🐾
On Friday, with the heaviest of hearts, Obby’s family had to let his gentle spirit go.

When Maryann and Bob rescued Obby less than two months ago, they knew his health would be a challenge. His kidney failure had already progressed, but that didn’t stop them. They chose love. They chose commitment. They chose to give him a home — no matter how much time he had left.

Over these past weeks, they did absolutely everything possible to support his health and comfort. More importantly, they gave him what every dog deserves: warmth, safety, soft beds, kind hands, and unconditional love.

Obby became a cherished part of their family in such a short time. And while their time together was far too brief, it was filled with tenderness, care, and devotion. We truly believe Obby knew he was rescued. We believe he felt how deeply he was loved.

He didn’t leave this world alone. He left it as someone’s beloved boy. 💛
Rest in peace, brave Obby. You will never be forgotten.
Thank you to Maryann and Bob, for showing us what compassion looks like.❤️

27/02/2026

Adopted! ❤️ Rex's first 24 hours of freedom have been quite the adventure! Soon, he'll be off to Norway to live out his days in the forest with a wonderful retiree. We wish you the most amazing life, darling Rex—you truly deserve it! We love you!
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