The Association for Protection of Animals Algarve’s President, Jenny Clarke, had already arranged a slot for ‘Flow’ with João Animal Rescue Algarve’s General Manager. For both charitable, animal, associations a happy ending. Thankfully there are shelters who are able to help our canine and feline friends. The problem however, does not go away. “Cat-colonies are increasing.” Jenny has Zelia Santos and her friends, looking after the population problem. SNiP is probably the only way forward. Spaying and Neutering animals at the earliest possible moment is the only answer. APAA’s ‘Pop-Up’ Shops and events, together with their two charity shops, in Alvor and Silves, do help to raise not only money, but awareness. “Believing that certain ‘pedigree’ animals are almost sacred. Should be kept intact. Or even, that some breeds are too difficult to be operated on.” Stuff legends are made of. APAA’s team, whilst sympathetic, do try and educate at the same time. One couple believed that a brother and sister, from the same litter, would never, ever mate together. Woops. The eight darling puppies had to be found a home. Eventually realising their mistake, both animals received the SNiP!

APAA’s diary is getting full! Wednesday 27 September 6.30pm João and Jesus, Tex Mex Taco special event, at Jackie’s north of Portimão. Booking essential. 22€ Members/25€ Non-members includes desserts and drinks! Friday 6th October 12-3pm ‘O Tasco’ APAA ‘Pop-Up’ Special. All the fun and atmosphere to meet and greet, have a cold drink and a special friendly menu. Book lunch direct 282471769. Friday 20th October Dancing to 60/70’s style swing, with ‘Poor Man’s Band’ at ‘Ponte da Romana’ Silves. Friday 27 October 11am-2pm ‘Jolly’s’ Bar at Alvor ‘Pop-Up’ with all the goodies catch up with fashion collections and Fiona’s Fi-Line fashions. Gill Goodes, prints, cards and artwork.

There will be more to catch up with at ‘Holiday Inn’ before it closes for refurbishment September. Loads of amazing stuff, mirrors, paintings, prints will be available and of course chutneys, jams, gifts galore! More news to follow….


Charity begins with APAA!

‘Pop-Up’/Events: events.apaaportugal@gmail.com

APAA rescue/help: info.apaaportugal@gmail.com zelia.santos@live.co.uk