Animal shelter festival in Mühlhausen: Experience animal protection up close!

Animal shelter festival in Mühlhausen: Experience animal protection up close!

The Mühlhausen animal shelter, an important player in animal protection, is celebrating its annual animal shelter festival on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 1 p.m. Organized by the city of Mühlhausen in collaboration with the local animal protection association, this event is a highlight in the city's calendar. There has been close cooperation in the area of ​​animal protection for many years, which was recognized in 2015 with the award of the Silver Badge of Honor from the German Animal Welfare Association. This award remains unique because no other municipality in Germany has received it to date muehlhausen.de reported.

Animal shelter manager Jan Weingart runs the animal shelter and emphasizes the constant challenges that exist when working with animals. Donations and volunteer support are essential in order to be able to handle the many tasks at the animal shelter. However, thanks to the active support of the city and the close cooperation with the animal protection association, the animal shelter can be kept stable. It is currently home to a variety of animals including dogs, cats and three budgies waiting for a new home.

Event details

The animal shelter festival offers a varied program for young and old. Guests can look forward to a large kitchen buffet and hearty pea soup. A highlight will be the raffle, with attractive main prizes such as a hot air balloon ride as well as vouchers for cinemas, thermal baths and pet shops. There is a colorful program especially for children: a bouncy castle, balloon animals and face painting ensure an entertaining day.

In addition, there will be numerous information stands covering various topics related to animal health and care, including an animal health check, animal physiotherapy and information about dog training. A special event at the festival is small tattoos for a good cause, the proceeds of which go to the animal shelter.

Animal protection in Mühlhausen

The animal shelter in Mühlhausen is not only a place of refuge for many animals, but also a central contact point for people who want to adopt a pet or give up their own animal. Information about the animals available is available online, and adoption takes place not only for dogs and cats, but also for small animals, birds and reptiles. Before adopting, interested parties can obtain background information from the veterinary office in order to make a well-informed decision, as tierheim.com also mentions.

The animal shelter also offers support through foster homes that provide the animals with a homely environment. Veterinarians are also available in Mühlhausen to ensure medical care for the animals. Volunteers are also welcome to actively help shape everyday life at the animal shelter, be it through dog walking or financial donations.

Jan Weingart cordially invites all animal lovers and interested parties to the festival to experience the valuable work of the animal shelter up close and to strengthen the connection between humans and animals.