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Welcome to BSAPP

The Bulgarian Society for Animal Protection and Preservation (BSAPP) is an animal rights charity that was founded by Dr. Stoyan Stoyanov, DMV, Ph.D. and has been in existence since 1998. BSAPP's primary position is that dogs and cats should not be allowed to breed uncontrollably. BSAPP believes that when the dog and cat population is not controlled, serious health, personal safety and animal rights issues arise as a result.

In order to end the suffering of countless innocent animals in Bulgaria, widespread sterilization must be carried out. BSAPP also believes that the success of a sterilization campaign is interdependent with community outreach and education that will inspire people in Bulgaria to support and participate in anti-pet overpopulation initiatives as well as learn compassion for animals.

Our History

BSAPP was founded 1998 by Dr. Stoyan Stoyanov, DVM, Ph.D. Associate Professor at the National Diagnostic and Research Veterinary Medical Institute in Sofia, Bulgaria. Dr. Stoyanov has been a practicing veterinarian and specialist in obstetrics and gynecology for 30 years. He created the rescue center in Sofia in order to help control the overpopulation of street animals in Bulgaria.

Due to economic conditions in the country that resulted from the fall of communism, many Bulgarians did not feel they had the resources to care for a pet so many of these unfortunate animals were abandoned on the streets. This created overpopulation of dogs and cats as well as well as serious health and personal safety risks for humans.

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  • Knowledge Base

  • ♦ The situation in Bulgaria

    Learn about the desperate situation for street animals in Bulgaria, and how the BSAPP is acting on their behalf.

  • ♦ BSAPP History

    How the BSAPP came to be, and the challenges that have brought us to where we are today.

  • ♦ The Sofia Rescue Center

    Take a virtual tour of the current rescue center in Sofia, and read our appeal to build safe and modern facilities.

  • General Information

  • ♦ BSAPP News

    Click here to visit the BSAPP blog and stay informed on the latest events at the Center.

  • ♦ Is pet ownership right for you?

    Learn about the special needs of cats & dogs, and find out if owning a pet is right for your lifestyle. Read more...

  • ♦ If you don't live in Bulgaria

    And would like to adopt a pet, we can help you with international adoption. Read more...

  • ♦ BSAPP charitable status

    The BSAPP is a registered charity in Bulgaria (#20070602003) that receives no lottery or state aid. Its annual running costs are funded exclusively by voluntary donations.