We are late with our Spring&Summer of 2020 blog. This year has simply been a roller-coaster!
In February, when all the world started going into Covid measures mode, and struggling with it’s challenges, we weren’t sure, if and how we’ll be able to keep up with our initiative. As if this wasn’t enough, a tragedy happened. Janet Johnstone, the keeper of the Dog Wadi in Dahab passed away, and left 200 dogs to care for behind.
We were afraid of what will happen to the dogs, especially in these insecure times for all. We asked for permission to enter the Wadi, and started caring for dogs there daily, all under authorities’ supervision. Dog database, necessary medical treatments and neuterings, and most of all getting the dogs adopted within Egypt, or prepped to travel abroad – this is what a small team of volunteers has been working on in the past months. By the end of summer 140 dogs were left in the Wadi. They are still being cared for daily. Hopefully we’ll be able to continue flying the friendly and fit ones into their new homes abroad, and caring for the elderly and shy ones here until the end of their days. If you have a chance to support our efforts – check how you can make it count.