Visit the Sanctuary
what to be aware of:
Enjoy a cup of coffee in our dog-barn, experience an exhibiton about the history of dogs-human relation. Families & children are warmly welcome and we offer a little indoor play area for kids. We invite you to learn more about dogs and have a good time here.
The entrance is free of charge but please make a reservation before your visit. For better planning and ensuring the dogs well-being. Reservations can be made online here:
We are running 100% donation based. If you liked it and want to leave a little dog tip after your stay, we would be forever grateful.
Respecting the dogs and their individual needs are highest priorites.
This is no zoo, our dogs are no pets. They are sensitive beings with individual character and needs. They are around. You can observe them and - if they trust you - they will come on their own. If you dont follow our guidelines according to behaviour torwards dogs, you can not visit the sanctuary.
And safety last:
All visits to the sanctuary are on your own risk. We work and life with living beings. You get close with the dogs (if they want to). Parents are responsible/liable for their kids.
DOGS FIRST - ALWAYS
Here our dogs decide. This is not a petting zoo. But a possibilty to learn, to reconnect with animald & nature. Our dogs come from different backgrounds. Most of them are eldery. Always be kind, always show respect.
If you come with kids, your are 100% responsible and liable for them. We love kids, we welcome families warmly.
And we think kids love to learn, if you teach them about dogs. Still: dogs first. If you can´t follow the dog rules, unfortunately you can not visit the sanctuary.
READY TO GET DIRTY?
Working, living and taking care of dogs comes wiht many things. Broken clothes, dirt on your shoes (be lucky if its just dirt) or fur inside your cup of coffee. Be aware of that before visiting us.
If they like you, they might come (very) close to you and your kids. They are kind hearted and human friendly animals.
Still they are animals.
They may jump on your lab while pouring your coffee all over the place.
Please be prepared for that as well.
FREE OF CHARGE...
almost
Yes, visiting our sancturay is free of charge.
Yes taking dogs for a hike (after qualification) is free of charge.
We want to create a space without the need to consume something.
BUT, if you really liked it here and leave some money in the dogs pockets after your visit, we would be forever and eternaly grateful. We run 100% donation based non-profit. So every penny is highly appreciated.