How we helped animals in March

Appeals in Action

AFRICA

Lamu – Kenya

Protecting street cats through vital vaccination and sterilization

Last month, we introduced our supporters to a street cat named Casandra. Our team encountered her during our most recent visit to Lamu, Kenya, as part of our vital trap-neuter-vaccinate-return (TNVR) program. Casandra is still just a kitten herself, but without urgent action, she and countless other street cats like her in Lamu will continue the cycle of hunger, disease and suffering – giving birth to litter after litter in harsh conditions.

Thanks to our supporters’ generosity – and the extraordinary contribution of a very special major donor – our partner, the Kenya Small and Companion Animal Veterinary Association (KESCAVA), will soon return to Lamu. Our team will vaccinate and sterilize an additional 500 street cats, breaking the cycle of suffering and giving the animals a chance at happier, healthier lives.

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Lamu’s cats are trapped in an endless cycle of hunger, disease and suffering. Thanks to your support, our partner is returning to break that cycle through sterilization and vaccination. Source: NFA/Byron Seale

Cape Town – South Africa

Putting a lifeline animal ambulance back on the road

In March, tragedy struck our partner, Fallen Angels Pet Rescue, when its lifeline animal ambulance – a vehicle we helped purchase – was destroyed in a head-on collision while transporting seven puppies to an adoption event. Thankfully, no humans or animals were harmed, but the loss of the vehicle put thousands of vulnerable animals at risk.

Thanks to the compassion of our donors, we raised the funds needed to cover the insurance shortfall and replace the vehicle. The ambulance is now back on the road, ready to continue its life-saving work – all thanks to you.

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A head-on collision destroyed Fallen Angels’ rescue vehicle, putting thousands of animals at risk – but with your help, this life-saving animal ambulance is back on the road. Source: Fallen Angels

Mombasa – Kenya

Moving 297 rescued animals to their new home

After more than 40 years of rescuing sick, injured and abandoned dogs and cats on Kenya’s coast, our partner, the Kenya Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (KSPCA) in Mombasa, faced eviction from its property and was initially given until the end of March to relocate its entire shelter. With only one small vehicle, moving all 297 rescued animals to their new sanctuary seemed impossible.

We are pleased to share that our partner received a last-minute extension until the end of April, providing valuable additional time to secure more kennel space and complete the cattery at a new shelter. Thanks to our supporters, we will be able to cover the full cost of hiring transportation for the relocation. So far, 85 dogs have completed the three-hour journey to their new home.

We look forward to sharing more updates as the move continues.

Read the original article here.

From construction to moving day, your generosity has so far helped 85 rescued dogs at KSPCA Mombasa safely reach their new forever home. Source: KSPCA

THE BALKANS

Trebinje – Bosnia

We are still trying to reach our goal to sterilize 60 street dogs

For decades in the Balkan countries, street dogs have been seen as a problem, not lives to be valued. Many shelters in the region are trapped in a devastating cycle of overcrowding, underfunding and poor conditions. Our modern dog shelter in Trebinje is changing that – turning street dogs into pets through play, socialization and training programs. But uncontrolled breeding continues in the streets. That’s why we are focusing on a long-term solution: sterilizing 80% of the female stray and roaming dogs in and around the city.

We reached out to our supporters, but unfortunately, we have not yet reached our fundraising goal. We aim to sterilize 60 female street dogs – which means 60 dogs made safer, hundreds of puppies never born into suffering and real, measurable progress toward lasting change. Please consider donating today if you want to be a part of this change.

Read the original article here and donate today.

Help us reach our goal to sterilize 60 street dogs in Trebinje, Bosnia – preventing future suffering and creating real, lasting change. Source: NFA/Dejan Radic

Pawsitive Updates

Macassar, South Africa – 20 animals sterilized in an impoverished community, preventing hundreds of future strays. Start your monthly impact.

Herut, Israel – 11.2 tons of hay delivered and 800 hungry donkeys fed through the winter. See the full story.

Source: SOS

Kharkiv, Ukraine – In the war zone, an animal ambulance keeps going – saving animals where few can reach. Watch the video.

Source: ARK

Jamaica– Helping cats in crisis recover after Hurricane Melissa. See the impact.

Source: OnlyPaws Cat Rescue

Worldwide – Leave a legacy of compassion for animals – include NFA in your will and protect animals for years to come. Learn more.

Making Headlines

Pet grief runs deep

Grief over pet death can be as strong as that for a family member, survey shows. Read more.

Source: Shutterstock/WK Lai

An unlikely friendship
Jack Russell’s unexpected bond with farm animal melts hearts. See the story.

Dogs go way back
Ancient dogs started diversifying 11,000 years ago, long before the modern breeds we know today. Explore the research.

AI meets animal care
ChatGPT and AlphaFold help design personalized vaccine for dog with cancer. Read more.

Progress in Indonesia
Program launched in Indonesia to help end dog meat trade. Learn more.

Cats in power
Türkiye’s Parliament opens modern play, care area for cats. See inside.

Thank you for being a hero for our four-legged friends worldwide in March. With your continued support, we’ll always have victories for animals to celebrate each month.

Banner source: Azil Danic

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