Baw Baw Animal Welfare needs $2,000 for their Community Spay/Neuter Program!

Baw Baw Animal Welfare

We are putting on a 2-day spay/neuter campaign – running 48 hours straight – on August 30 to September 1. The late hours are to help make it easier on pet owners who work during the day, so that they can even bring their pet in the middle of the night.

By preventing unwanted litters, we can curb the exponential growth of the stray animal population and reduce the burden on already overcrowded shelters. Additionally, spaying/neutering has numerous health benefits for animals, including a decreased risk of certain types of cancers and behavioral issues.

Our spay/neuter events like this one are open to the community, with the goal being to spay and neuter as many dogs and cats as we can in the area. We provide free spay and neuter surgeries for stray animals as well as owned animals in low-income communities, and currently are able to give 50% of the spay/neuter spots to owned pets. With the DOGust Waggle Grant, we would absolutely be able to increase the current amount of spay/neuters provided during each event.

Background:
In Sri Lanka, the issue of stray dogs and cats is a significant concern that affects both the animals and the community as a whole. The country's stray animal population has grown substantially over the years, posing various challenges and raising important animal welfare issues.

Each year, we actively promote and implement spay/neuter programs to assist pet owners and help control the stray population. Among other goals, these programs aim to provide affordable sterilization services to reduce breeding and prevent the birth of unwanted litters.

Public education and awareness campaigns are vital in changing attitudes and promoting responsible pet ownership. These initiatives aim to highlight the importance of spaying/neutering, proper care, and humane treatment of animals. By fostering empathy and understanding, the hope is to reduce abandonment and neglect, thereby decreasing the number of stray animals.
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Our approach includes collaborating with local veterinary clinics, engaging experienced veterinarians, and establishing temporary clinics in targeted communities. By working closely with local authorities, community leaders, and volunteers, we aim to create a collaborative effort that will have lasting effects on animal welfare.