Hello everyone, my name is Annick. I am currently the proud owner of the behavioural grooming salon Esprit Libre in Namur.

For years I’ve been planning to open a cattery, and over the years the project has taken shape. But I never dared to take the plunge.

Today, I’ve decided that now is the right time to turn my dream into reality.

So I want to open a centre dedicated to animal welfare.

The centre will initially open with a grooming salon that already has a loyal and supportive clientele. There will also be a socialisation area for dogs from the very start.

In June, I’ll be opening boarding facilities for cats and rabbits. As well as a photography studio to capture your furry friends, big and small, in the best possible light.

I am appealing for donations for two main reasons:

- Notary fees and renovation work will be expensive, and I need your help to get this off the ground.

- the more people who contribute to this fund, the more they will be helping to support me and believe in my project. The more influence and credibility I will have when I approach the banks.

Every donation counts, from the smallest to the largest. Every contribution will bring me a little closer to my dream.

To thank you for your support, I’ve come up with a few small gifts.

For everyone who donates €1 or more: A drinks reception the day before the opening (dogs welcome, of course)

A photo of your pet and/or yourself on the thank-you wall at the centre’s reception.

€15 and over: A free 2027 calendar 

€35 and over: A socialisation session or two days’ boarding 

€50 and over: An indoor photo shoot with retouched photos sent digitally

€100 and over: An outdoor photoshoot with retouched photos sent digitally

€150 and over: 5 days’ boarding or a free grooming session

€250 or more: all the gifts mentioned above. 

If you’d like to help me with a larger sum in return for repayment, please send me an email and we’ll arrange to contact a solicitor to set up a private loan. That way, we can agree on the repayment method together and everything will be properly documented.

Email: [email protected]

Subject: donation for the centre

Thank you all for reading this and, above all, for your support.