The following photos show the state of animals from Romania. Although some photos in these diaries maybe graphic, we have included them to chronicle the animals' living conditions. We believe that allowing millions of unwanted animals to be born into a world of suffering, poisoning and neglect is wrong. We have the capabilities to stop this crisis, and now so does Romania! Please visit our Help Us section for ways to help these animals.

At Best Friends, Cristina and Nancy were able to study and photograph the wonderful sanctuary run by Best Friends in Kanab, Utah. The outlay of their octagon dog homes, indoor/outdoor cat enrichment homes, and horse facilities were all inspirations for RAR's upcoming sanctuary that, thanks to Cristina Peterson and Dr. Valentine in Buzau, will begin construction in 2008!

Cristina makes some adorable new friends
Nancy, Cristina and friends
Nancy with a beautiful male cat