Hi, I’m Liz.
If you’re here, it’s likely because you have a heart that beats for the ones who can't speak for themselves. Like me, you’ve probably stood in the trenches of rescue, looked into the eyes of a street dog, and felt that overwhelming drive to do something.
But I also know the weight of that drive.
I founded this sanctuary because of a dog named Kathleen. She was my "why" on the streets of Bulgaria, and she remains my "why" today. She taught me that animal rescue is beautiful, but it is also heavy.
Too often, the people who care the most—people like you—are the ones who get left behind. We carry the grief, the vet bills, and the "what ifs" until we have nothing left to give.
Kathleen’s Paws: The Rescuer’s Sanctuary is here to make sure you don't have to carry that alone anymore.
Inside this space, the pressure is off. This isn't a classroom where you have "more work" to do.
It’s a place to:
• Breathe: Find shared understanding with people who actually get it.
• Recover: Access gentle "Life Hacks" for dealing with loss, burnout, and compassion fatigue.
• Connect: Share stories (or just listen) in a space that is 100% judgment-free.
• Grow: Learn how to help animals sustainably, so you can stay in the fight without losing yourself.
Whether you are doing TNR on the streets, fostering in your kitchen, or supporting from a distance—you are the priority here. You help the animals. Let us help you.
With love and paws,
Liz & Kathleen 🐾