Wiggly News
This is where we share what’s really going on — from rescue stories and adoptions to updates on our long-stay residents, upcoming events, and everyday life at the sanctuary.
🐾 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…
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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…
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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 m…
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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…
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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 printin…
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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, to…
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Brave Generation Academy Learners Support Wigglestail
We’re proud to share that Wigglestail Animal Sanctuary was one of the Algarve rescues supported by learners from Brave Generation Academy (B…
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Volunteers Are the Heart of the Sanctuary
There’s no way around it: Wigglestail cannot function without volunteers. The daily work of caring for over 140 animals — dogs, pigs, cats, …
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Urgent Appeal: A Second Pair of Hands
Support the People Behind Wigglestail Wigglestail Animal Sanctuary is home to over 140 rescued animals — including dogs, pigs, cats, goats, …
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Adopted Animals
Over the years, many animals at Wigglestail have found their forever homes. Each adoption marks a second chance and a new beginning. To keep their stories easy to explore, we’ve gathered all adopted animals together in one place.
In Loving Memory
Not every story ends with adoption. Some animals pass while in our care.
We remember them with respect and gratitude for the time we shared.
