Protect the Shepherd to Save the Wolf
Help a family of shepherds and artisanal cheese makers raising five daughters rebuild after repeated wolf attacks devastated their flock.
The frontline of European rewilding
We often talk about 'Living with Wolves' from the comfort of our cities. But for traditional dairy farmers like the Štrbac family in Croatia's Dalmatian hinterland, coexistence is a daily challenge.
Since 2021, their herd has been targeted in 13 separate wolf attacks, resulting in the loss of over 50 animals.
While the emotional toll is immeasurable, the financial support has been virtually non-existent: they have received just €384 from local conservation authorities.
Building a lasting defense
The herd was decimated. We are acting quickly to stabilize the family’s livelihood and implement proven protection measures used worldwide.
Restocking the Herd
A fence protects nothing if the barn is empty. We are acquiring 40 new sheep to restore the farm's economic viability and genetic diversity, restarting revenue streams immediately.
Securing the Perimeter
We are acquiring specialized, non-lethal deterrents. This hardware ensures the new flock survives the winter and serves as a model for effective prevention.
Providing Relief
Rebuilding takes time. Funds cover feed, vet care, and essential family support to bridge the financial gap until milk and cheese production resumes.
"I don't hate the wolf. Only a few years ago, I rescued two cubs, nurtured them and released them back into the wild where they belong. But I cannot sacrifice my children's health for them."
- Saša Štrbac, Shepherd & Father
Choose Your Impact.
Every contribution below funds specific equipment or livestock already needed on the Štrbac farm. No abstraction. No red tape. No delay.
Cigaja Sheep
Replace a lost animal and restore future milk, cheese, and income for the family. Cigaja sheep are a resilient dairy breed, prized for steady milk production and suitability for harsh, open landscapes.
Foxlight
This night deterrent uses irregular flashing lights to discourage wolves from approaching livestock. Effective, non-lethal, and widely used as part of layered protection.
Spiked Collar
The wolf aims for the jugular. This simple, ancient hardware turns a fatal bite into a painful mistake, ensuring our guardian dogs survive the fight.
Turbo Fladry Reel
Wolves are smart. They figure out static fences fast. This mobile barrier keeps them guessing. It combines a psychological trigger (fluttering red flags) with a non-lethal electric shock.
Solar Energizer Kit
A solar-powered energizer works autonomously to ensure that when the pack tests the line, the line pushes back.
Posts, clips & insulators
The fiberglass posts, grounding rods, and insulators required to hold the line.
Spotlight + Airhorn
When the dogs bark, the Štrbacs run out. This kit gives them the advantage of surveying the perimeter from safe distance and a sonic blast to scare them off.
4G Trail Camera
These 'eyes in the forest' send real-time evidence directly to farmers' phones, ensuring the bureaucracy can't deny the claim.
Fund the safety they can't afford.
We all want wolves to thrive. But right now, frontline families like the Štrbacs are paying the entire price of our biodiversity success, with their livelihood and their children's safety.
Your donation makes it safe for the wolf to stay wild and for the shepherd to stay on the pasture.
- ✅ Secure: Payments processed safely via Stripe/WhyDonate.
- ✅ Transparent: Regular photo updates on how your funds are put to work.
- ✅ Direct: 100% of net proceeds go to the Štrbac family.