ESPI
ESPI
History, Actions, Name, Mission, Values
History .
The reason for establishing ESPI was a complaint in 2006. About 64 animals were living in miserable conditions at a farm in Aspropyrgos and most of them were destined for slaughterhouses in Italy. These animals were confiscated and kept for a year on farms in Koropi. A seize of 24 animals followed at the port of Patras. They were also destined for slaughterhouses in Italy, in very poor transportation conditions. (They were locked up and literally thrown into the truck that transported them for more than 48 hours, without water and food. Many of them were sick).
A dedicated group of people took all the necessary actions to restore the animals' health and have them adopted by suitable families that could care for them with love, thus creating ESPI.
In 2008, our organization acquired its own stable in Koropi. There, by combining indoor stables and extensive outdoor areas (paddock), we created the conditions for hosting approximately 20 horses at the same time. In February 2016, we moved to new, larger facility in Markopoulo, that provided us with an energy boost and the ability to give extended care and greater hospitality to our animals.
Action.
▶︎ Collection and transport of abandoned, injured or abused equines that follow official reports.
▶︎ Specialized medical care and finding suitable families for adoption.
▶︎ Maintenance of equines that cannot be given up for adoption due to health problems.
▶︎ Informing citizens about proper behavior and ways to help in an incident of animal abuse/abandonment.
▶︎ Caring for endangered species, such as donkeys and mules, which are strongly tied to Greek tradition and history.
▶︎ Visits to our premises from educational institutions and associations to inform and raise awareness on equine welfare issues in Greece.
Vision . Mission . Values .
Vision
Our vision is a world,
but mainly a Greece, where all animals, and especially equines, will be treated with respect
and deep understanding
of their unique needs.
We aspire to live in a society where the well-being of these
wonderful creatures will be of primary importance.
Mission
Our mission is to protect and care for equines who have suffered, have been abused, abandoned and mistreated, offering them the opportunity to restore their health and find their forever home.
Values
Our values are deeply rooted in dedication, compassion and deep respect for animals.
We believe in transparency, proactive action and collaboration, while actively promoting public awareness and education regarding the proper care of horses and other equines.