Welcome to AFOT
Hope where there is none
REHOMING RESCUE DOGS
7+
Years of Dedication
700+
Animals Rescued
Turkey faces a significant issue with stray dogs, many of whom are born on the streets or abandoned by their owners. AFOT plays a crucial role in offering these dogs a lifeline, rescuing them from dire circumstances and giving them the chance to find safety and love.
Getting Started
Adopting with AFOT
Our job is to make sure you get the right dog and the dog gets the right home – that’s our ultimate goal – our experienced rehoming team will find the right match for both you and the dog’s needs.
Adopting with AFOT
Adopting a dog is a big decision and shouldn’t be taken lightly. We match each dog with the right adopter. Learn about our adoption process here.
Find Your Perfect Match
AFOT has many amazing rescue dogs available for adoption. Take a look at their profiles and take your time to find your perfect match!
Adoption Form
If you’ve read through our adoption process and found a dog you think is right for you, it’s time to fill out our adoption form.
Find Your Perfect Match
Dogs for Rehoming
These are just a few of the many dogs in our care, all looking for their forever home. Click below to find your perfect match!
Hope where there is none.
Lend a Paw
Ways You Can Help
Discover how you can play a part in transforming the lives of dogs in need
Volunteer
As our work grows, we need more compassionate individuals to volunteer their time and support these deserving souls.
Fundraise
From a coffee morning to a marathon there are many ways you can raise money to help AFOT either alone or as part of a team.
Become a Foster
Become a foster carer and give a temporary home to those in need, helping them on their journey to a forever family
Donate
Your donation makes a real difference, helping us continue our vital work and make a positive impact on those in need.
Gift Aid
By adding Gift Aid to your donation, you can increase its value at no extra cost to you, allowing us to further support our ongoing efforts.
Who we are
Paving New Paths for Turkey’s Stray Dogs
Animal Friends of Turkey (AFOT) is a rescue organisation established in 2018, dedicated to saving, rehabilitating, and rehoming street dogs from Turkey. Our primary focus is on the Fethiye and Mugla regions, where we work tirelessly to give abandoned and abused dogs a second chance at life in loving homes, mostly in the UK. In collaboration with partners like MELEZ Dog Rescue and other local charities, we’ve expanded our efforts, pooling resources to rescue more dogs from accross Turkey and find them their forever homes.
At the heart of our mission is rescuing and rehoming dogs, but it comes with its own challenges and significant costs. From veterinary care to transportation and foster support, we rely on the generosity of donors and the dedication of volunteers in both Turkey and the UK to keep our work going. Despite the challenges, seeing these dogs transform into happy, confident pets is our greatest reward, and we remain committed to giving as many as possible the love and safety they deserve.
Testimonials
Stories from Forever Homes
Heartfelt snippets from families who’ve welcomed AFOT dogs into their lives.
These testimonials capture the joy, challenges, and rewards of giving a rescue dog a forever home.
From the Streets to Loving Homes
Whether you’re looking to offer a forever home to a loyal friend, support a rescue, or volunteer with us, your compassion can make a world of difference for a stray from Turkey.