Giving animals another chance at life
Help us build a better sanctuary life
OUR VISION
Our vision is to help save, care for and provide a loving, happy, healthy, fulfilling life to animals in need for the rest of their time on earth.
OUR MISSION
We care for unwanted, abandoned, abused, neglected and rescued animals in all areas of their life – from food, shelter and veterinary care to socialisation and enrichment – for the rest of their lives.
We started 15 years ago, but in 2022 it became official.
Bella is the inspiration for all of this, being the first dog we adopted. When we moved back to Portugal in 2015 we realised how bad animals are treated here by some while others tried their best to help the animals.
After saving some animals from the streets, in addition to those we already had, it became apparent to us that this was what we wanted to do and the seeds of the sanctuary were sown.
Latest updates from our blog
🐾 Matias
Matias was found deceased, with no visible wounds or signs of trauma. At this time, we do not know what caused his death. He appears to have passed peacefully in his sleep.He was safe and not alone at…
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Wigglestail Calendar – Updates
The 2026 Wigglestail calendar is finished and with the printer.Thank you to everyone who supported, sponsored, or preordered. Calendars will be available for pickup at Wigglestail once they arrive. Th…
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🐾 Kiko
Kiko was one of our dogs up for adoption and was placed in a trial home in September 2025. Shortly after arriving, he was spooked and went missing from the property. From that moment on, we never stop…
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Skye’s Story
🐾 Skye – A gentle soul, learning to trust. Skye has come a long way. What once felt impossible is now routine. She engages. She checks in. She offers a paw. She asks for attention. Her progress …
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Calendar 2026
Our 2026 Calendar is Here! Support Wigglestail Animal Sanctuary with our calendar 2026! We’re now looking for sponsors to help cover printing costs and keep this project sustainable. It’s a great oppo…
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Lucy & Moses – A Bond for Life
Lucy and Moses had a family once. Then life changed — a move, a smaller home — and they were the ones left behind.When people start over, too often the dogs lose everything.These two deserve better. D…
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