Important information regarding visits and activities at the shelter
Every week, we receive numerous requests for visits, volunteering, or activities with our animals from schools, companies, and non-profit organizations. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for this interest: your desire to help means so much to us! In order to ensure the safety of everyone and the well-being of animals that are sometimes very vulnerable, here’s what is possible—and what is not—during th
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The refuge will be closed from 27 July to 12 August
We will be closed for a fortnight, from 27 July to 12 August, due to the move of our administrative offices. From 12 August, we will be open to visitors at rue des Papillons 245 - Vlinderstraat, 1070 Anderlecht. Our offices are moving temporarily to the side of our entrance at rue des Papillons - Vlindersstraat 245 (GPS), still on the site of our refuge in Anderlecht. We will be welcoming our visitors from 12
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Exceptional closure this afternoon 16th April
Due to a power outage related to maintenance work, the Brussels shelter is closed this Thursday afternoon from 1 pm to 5 pm. No appointments can be held No walk-in visits are possible No phone access and no access to emails For any request, you can contact us this morning from 10 am to 1 pm at 02/527.10.50 or by email at info@veeweyde.be Thank you for your understanding. The Veeweyde team Veeweyde Sh
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Nouveau : 4 catégories super utiles pour trouver l’animal qui vous convient
Pour vous aider à vous orienter plus facilement, nous avons ajouté des catégories sur notre page consacrée aux animaux à adopter. Elles vous permettent de mieux comprendre les besoins de chaque animal et de trouver celui qui correspond vraiment à votre mode de vie. SOS : des animaux qui ont un besoin urgent de trouver une famille De par leur âge, leur santé, leur long séjour au refuge ou aussi parce
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Dog walk in Anderlecht : April 18
The commune of Anderlecht is organising a friendly dog walk on Saturday, April 18, 2026, open to all dog lovers ???? ???? Location: Neerpede (4 km route) ???? Start at 2:30 PM from Parc des Étangs (Frans Hals Square side) ???? A friendly drink will be offered at the end This walk is a great opportunity to: enjoy a pleasant outdoor moment with your dog meet other dog lovers spend time in a relaxed and fr
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Balade canine à Anderlecht : rendez-vous le 18 avril
La commune d’Anderlecht organise une balade canine conviviale le samedi 18 avril 2026, ouverte à tous les amoureux des chiens ???? ???? Lieu : Neerpede (parcours de 4 km) ???? Départ à 14h30 depuis le Parc des Étangs (côté Square Frans Hals) ???? Un moment de convivialité est prévu à l’arrivée avec un verre de l’amitié Cette balade est une belle occasion de : partager un moment agréable e
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We are looking for a reception volunteer
To strengthen our reception team, we are looking for a motivated volunteer to welcome visitors at our shelter. Availability : twice a week, ideally on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons. Profile : The ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills, a good knowledge of animals, and feels comfortable interacting with the public. Bilingual FR/NL is an asset. Main responsibilities : welcoming and guiding vi
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Veeweyde shelters 2025 report: intakes, adoptions and challenges
In 2025, the shelters of Veeweyde continued their mission: rescuing, caring for and rehoming abandoned and vulnerable animals in Belgium. Despite challenging conditions, hundreds of animals were taken in and many found a new home. How many animals were taken in during 2025? Overall, more than 1,500 animals were taken in across Veeweyde shelters. Brussels (Anderlecht) 537 animals taken in 502 ado
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Update on Lana: great progress
Good news for Lana: the X-ray check carried out this week confirms that her recovery is progressing very well. An important step that allows us to look ahead with optimism. After several weeks of rest and care, Lana can now gradually resume normal activity. Her first outings have already begun: short sessions in the yard (around 10 minutes), kept calm and without excitement leash walks, with duration gradual
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The six puppies taken in at the end of January have all found their families
Just two weeks after being put up for adoption, the process of finding them the right homes has now come to an end. Their new families have come to pick them up. After a difficult and unstable start, a new life is now beginning for them. But behind this beautiful story, two dogs are still waiting for their chance. ???? Their parents, Athena and Hades, are still looking for a home. They cared for their puppi
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News about Lana
Lana underwent surgery today for her ruptured knee ligaments. The operation went well and, after several hours, Lana was able to return to the shelter, where she is now resting in one of the kennels in our infirmary. This surgery, which was essential to allow her to regain a comfortable and pain-free life, was made possible thanks to your donations and your support during our fundraising appeal at the end of
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Moments under the snow at the shelter
The snow has fallen on the shelter, offering a new perspective on our spaces and the daily life of the animals.Despite the winter, the routine remains the same: walks, care, and attentive presence with the animals. The Veeweyde team
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