A refuge developed from an older site
Ligue de Défense des Animaux de la Sarthe traces its foundation to 1927. Its Neuville-sur-Sarthe refuge opened in 1981 on six hectares, gradually adapting former industrial and agricultural buildings for animal care. That history helps explain the site’s character. Practical maintenance and building repairs remain among the ways the association invites people to contribute.
Meet the animal in person, even from another department
LDAS accepts applicants from outside the department but requires meetings at the refuge. It does not organise adoption transport or run a foster-home network. The team wants to discuss the project with prospective adopters and see them spend time with the animal. Its adoption conditions also invite visitors to bring existing pets to prepare introductions.
Discuss paperwork and support for older dogs
Identification and an adoption contribution are required; confirm the amount directly with the refuge. For dogs aged ten or older, LDAS describes a reduced contribution and veterinary support through Fondation 30 Millions d’Amis’s Opération Doyens. Discuss the arrangements for your prospective companion with staff rather than assuming that the same package or contribution applies to every animal.
Boarding is separate from adoption
The boarding service operates throughout the year for dogs, cats and other companion animals while their owners are away. Identification and current vaccinations are required. Dogs and cats have individual accommodation; the page describes winter heating and an activity space for cats. Ask the team about availability and arrangements for your animal’s species before booking.
Choose a practical role or sponsor a resident
Walks, grooming, morning cleaning and feeding, photography, gardening and repairs are concrete volunteer tasks. Association membership is not compulsory for volunteers. The support page also lists useful material donations and sponsorship for dogs, cats, horses, goats and small pets. To support a particular resident, contact the refuge and complete its sponsorship form.
Planning a visit to Neuville-sur-Sarthe
LDAS72 is at 2 Chemin de Gueuzay, 72190 Neuville-sur-Sarthe. Call 02 43 25 57 43 or email ldas72@hotmail.fr. Its published hours are Monday to Saturday, 10:30 am–noon and 2–5:30 pm, excluding public holidays. The AnimalProtech map helps you discover this Sarthe refuge and nearby animal-protection associations.
Frequently asked questions
- Does AnimalProtech verify LDAS72?
- AnimalProtech organizes public information and helps review community corrections, but each donation, adoption, or contact should be verified directly through the animal rescuer's or organization's official channels.
- How can I contact LDAS72?
- Use the public channels saved on this page and confirm that the opened profile matches LDAS72, the location Neuville-sur-Sarthe - Pays-de-la-Loire - France, and the displayed identifiers.
- Is it safe to donate or adopt using only this page?
- No. Use this page as a starting point, then confirm identity, need, accountability, and public history before donating, sending documents, or adopting.
- How can I correct incomplete or outdated information?
- Use the contribution form at the end of the page and send verifiable public links. Do not send personal documents, private addresses, or sensitive third-party data.