Radmila Pesheva is the Acting Director of the Public Enterprise for the Welfare and Control of Stray Dogs, Lajka – Skopje. She was appointed to this position in October 2022 in recognition of her longstanding engagement in animal welfare advocacy and her commitment to addressing the complex issue of stray dog management in Skopje.
Radmila is a dedicated animal welfare advocate and one of the founders of Anima Mundi, one of the leading animal rights organizations in Skopje. From 2008 until her appointment at Lajka, she served as the organization’s Vice President and spokesperson. In this role, she contributed to the development of strategies for the protection and sheltering of homeless animals, led public awareness campaigns on animal rights, and advocated for the institutionalization of sustainable solutions to animal welfare challenges in North Macedonia — all on a voluntary basis.
Under Radmila’s leadership, Lajka has achieved unprecedented operational productivity, including a record number of treated and sterilized dogs. The institution has also strengthened transparency and public accessibility, expanding its focus beyond large-scale castration and sterilization programs to include the promotion of dog adoption and community education initiatives. Her work continues to contribute to improving the welfare of stray animals and fostering a more responsible relationship between citizens and urban animal populations.