A lot of animal heart: Bielefeld animal shelter needs more attention!
Find out news from the Bielefeld animal shelter: Small animals are urgently looking for a home and remember Helmut Tiekötter.

A lot of animal heart: Bielefeld animal shelter needs more attention!
The animal shelter in Bielefeld has recently experienced a lot of excitement due to the challenges that come with caring for small animals. Current reports show that the care and feeding costs for these little friends are often higher than initially thought. Some special breeds are particularly affected, as the high veterinary costs often lead to them being taken to the animal shelter. WDR reports that despite these real challenges, many animals are waiting for a new, loving place.
An example of success in animal welfare is the terrier mix Marchy, who helps another animal welfare dog gain trust. In addition, the dog Bohne, who had to be given away due to biting incidents, has now been looked after by a dog trainer and has begun to gain confidence. For the cat lovers among us, there is the duo Asya and Elias, who are urgently looking for a home. Asya requires regular pain medication due to problems typical of the breed, while the two strive for an environment that offers play and cuddles.
Latest developments in the animal shelter
There are other animals that deserve to be taken to our hearts. Kowu the cat initially appears stressed at the animal shelter and takes some time to arrive, but once he is caught, he develops a playful side. The 15-year-old cat Theodora, who regularly needs heart medication, is a real cuddly cat and would be a valuable partner on the couch.
The Bielefeld animal shelter is not only a place for animals in need, it is also a space of hope and protection, which was shaped by the commitment of the late first chairman Helmut Tiekötter. Tiekötter, who designed the animal shelter with his vision, passion and dedication, will be sorely missed. On the animal shelter's website is reported on his life's work, which he pursued as a passionate animal rights activist until the last minute. His commitment has given many animals and volunteers a home and shaped the community.
Mourning the loss of a visionary
The death of Helmut Tiekötter triggered a wave of grief shared by hundreds of volunteers and animals. Many had the privilege of working under his leadership and mourn the loss of a man who was tireless in his vision to continue to improve the shelter. Sympathy and condolences are also expressed to his family, while the community promises to continue his life's work in the animal protection association.
We would also like to draw attention to the animals that are presented in the TV show “Animals Looking for a Home”. Today from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. and tomorrow from 6:35 a.m. to 7:20 a.m. you can see a collage of animal friends, including the happily singing parakeet Orki, the affectionate dwarf ram rabbit Herta and the cats Tuti, Suse and Black, who are looking for a home together. Mixed breed Toffee loves being close to people, and the lovely teddy rabbit mix Cloud is also looking forward to a new home.
The challenges in animal protection are enormous, but the love and dedication of the people at the Bielefeld animal shelter remain unshakable. Stay tuned and help give animals a second chance.