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🚨Double your impact for animals in Ukraine As the war in Ukraine continues, countless pets have been left abandoned, lost, or in danger. Many are trapped in conflict zones, facing starvation, injury, and illness. Veterinarians Without Borders/Vétérinaires Sans Frontières (VWB/VSF) North America is on the ground, providing life-saving veterinary care, food, and shelter to these vulnerable animals. One such animal is Zhulia, a dog rescued from the streets of Donetsk amidst heavy shelling. Her story is one of survival and hope—after receiving emergency care, she is now thriving in a safe home where she can recover from PTSD. But thousands of animals still need our help. 📢 This holiday season, your donation will be matched, having double the impact for animals like Zhulia. Here’s how your contribution can make a difference: ➡️ $28 can feed 10 pets for a month ➡️ $105 could help evacuate 4 animals to safety ➡️ $500 can support the rescue of 400 animals from conflict zones By giving today, you can save twice as many lives and provide the care these animals desperately need. 👉 vwb.org/holidays Let’s come together to support animals impacted by war and give them the second chance they deserve. #VeterinaryCare #AnimalRescue #Ukraine #HolidayMatch #DoubleImpact #CorporateSocialResponsibility #NonProfit

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Ratan Tata: A Legacy of Compassion for Animals Ratan Tata's passing has left every Indian heart heavy. Beyond his business achievements, he was a true champion for animal welfare. His Instagram posts often featured dog adoptions, calls for blood donations for injured animals, and appeals to support strays. He also established top-tier hospitals for animals and generously donated to animal charities. In a society where many see community dogs as a nuisance, Ratan Tata stood for empathy. If someone of his stature could show such compassion, why can't we? His legacy teaches us that kindness towards animals is not just admirable but necessary. As we honor his memory, let’s embrace his example. Let’s stop the harassment of caregivers and feeders, and instead foster empathy towards animals. Ratan Tata’s work has sparked a global conversation about compassion. It’s up to us to continue his mission and create a world where kindness to animals is the norm. Let’s make this change—one act of compassion at a time. #RatanTata #LegacyOfCompassion #AnimalWelfare #CommunityDogs #BeKindToAnimals #AnimalRights #CompassionForAll #DogLovers #AnimalCare #EmpathyMatters #InspireChange #KindnessCounts #HonorHisLegacy #StopHarassment #CareForAnimals

Understanding Donor Fatigue in Animal Shelters and Rescues: The Impact of Constant Donation Requests. This a topic never discussed and with shelters beyond their capacity, the issue is real in saving the lives of vulnerable animals. However, the constant stream of heart-wrenching photos and stories, coupled with urgent pleas for donations to provide critical veterinary care, can lead to a phenomenon known as donor fatigue. This exhaustion stems from being inundated with requests for financial support, often accompanied by distressing images of animals in need. Animal shelters and rescues are faced with the challenge of saving lives with the need to secure funding for their operations. While these organizations rely on the compassion and generosity of donors to continue their lifesaving work, the relentless nature of fundraising appeals can take a toll on supporters. Constant exposure to emotional appeals and urgent calls for donations can desensitize donors and lead to feelings of helplessness or guilt. The pressure to donate in response to heartbreaking stories of dogs in crisis can create “donor burnout”. When individuals feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of donation requests and the emotional weight of these appeals, they may become less inclined to contribute or disengage from supporting animal welfare causes altogether. Remember, they are all pleading for funds from the same resource. it's clear shelters need to be more creative with fundraising by developing relationships at a local level to secure a dependable donation that alleviates stress for the rescue. #pets #rescuesandshelters #petadvocacy #buildingrelationships

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day! 🥰 Here are 6 meaningful ways to be kind to animals 👇 1️⃣ The simple act of cleaning up trash protects animals from ingesting garbage or becoming entangled in it. 2️⃣ Animal shelters thrive on the support of volunteers. Donating a few hours of your time where you can can make a world of difference for animals in need. 3️⃣ Writing positive reviews for cruelty-free products is a great way to encourage others to try them too! 4️⃣ Financial contributions empower animal rights organizations to continue their vital work in animal advocacy, education, &/or rescue. 5️⃣ It takes less than 2 minutes to sign & share a petition to help animals. Visit 👉 https://lnkd.in/gKg6XffA. 6️⃣ Every meal is a chance to oppose animal exploitation & stand for compassion. How will you help animals today? 💙

#latestactivities Global vets on a mission Project Street Vet isn't just another animal organization – it's a team effort! Since 2011, this non-profit has brought together over 10,000 vets from 50 countries to help millions of animals in need. Their focus is clear: reduce animal homelessness, improve animal health, and spread the word about the challenges homeless animals face. Project Street Vet #globalsociety #globalgoals #civilcociety #SDG #sustainabledevelopmentgoals

More animals than ever are roaming the streets of Ukraine. Will you help them get the food and care they need and deserve? On this 2nd anniversary of the Ukraine war, we launch our Ukraine Emergency Response Project. Sadly, two years on, there are still many abandoned family pets roaming the streets in desperate need of nourishment and medical attention. We launch this multifaceted program in collaboration with a broad network of in-country veterinary clinics, animal shelters and hundreds of dedicated volunteers. With the support of our partners we want to provide food, veterinary treatment, and shelter reconstruction to support animals in need, but we need your help. You can make a huge difference today to animals living in the Ukraine war zone by donating to this vital project. For more information on the project > https://lnkd.in/eGJdaiWC Choose to support this work when you donate, and 100% of your donation will go towards the Ukraine Project. #Ukraine #UkraineWar #StandWithUkraine #SupportUkraine #UkraineAnimals #WarAnimals #AnimalsInConflict #SupportAnimals

🐶 Stepping In to Stop the Cycle – 100 Lives, Countless Futures Saved 🚑 On Monday, we launched an urgent offensive against the relentless tide that is pet overpopulation. Today, the fight continues. The numbers don’t lie. Last year alone, 23,621 unwanted and stray animals found their way to our doors. We are in crisis and animals are too! With 89.6% of animals counted during our census in Langa being unsterilised, the number of homeless, hungry, and neglected animals will inevitably skyrocket unless we act now. We refuse to do nothing while unchecked breeding forces a compassionate euthanasia burden on us that we have no desire to carry. We’re back in Langa today and we’re hoping that by the end of the day, we will have sterilised at least 100 animals at our Civic Hall field hospital. When animals are unwanted, they suffer. We see this every day and so every animal sterilised is a victory in our battle against both cruelty and pet overpopulation. We’re changing the narrative, one animal at a time, and we won’t stop until every animal is wanted, every animal has a home and not one healthy animal faces euthanasia. The battle is far from over, we can only win with your support, your donation, your voice. Please step in with us to stop the suffering. We can’t rescue our way out of an animal overpopulation crisis, but we can sterilise our way to a solution, we just can’t do it without you. See our work in action: https://lnkd.in/dTS4Ah4B #sterilise #preventsuffering #sponsoraspay #animaloverpopulation #westepin #animalrescue #strayanimals #animalwelfare #communitysupport #capespca #capetown

🛑 Sydney Animal Hospitals is launching the Lump Amnesty Campaign 🛑 Do you know what that lump on your pet really is? Some lumps are benign, but others can be malignant and spread quickly. That’s why early detection is key! For a limited time, we’re offering FREE lump checks and cytology for your pet as part of our Lump Amnesty Campaign. Our experienced vets will determine whether a lump needs to be removed, giving you peace of mind and helping your pet avoid more invasive treatment down the road. ✨ 5% of all lump removal procedures will be donated to Assistance Dogs Australia, supporting a fantastic cause! 🔍 Why Early Detection Matters: Lumps may seem harmless, but getting them checked early can make a big difference, preventing complex surgeries later and potentially saving your pet’s life. 📅 Book your free lump check today! Take the first step in protecting your pet’s health. https://ow.ly/sxtF50Tv0cx #LumpAmnesty #FreeLumpCheck #VeterinaryCare #PetHealth #EarlyDetection #AssistanceDogsAustralia #SydneyAnimalHospitals