Help Us Transform Uganda SPCA Haven Animal Shelter

We dedicate this Progress Report to two exciting events at USPCA's new shelter.

The first was on July 20, when the 1st 6 dogs arrived at the shelter. It was a day we knew would happen, but could barely believe it when it did. (see pictures). On August 10, more dogs arrived, bringing the total to 24. And as of today, there are 34 dogs at the new location. It's starting to look like a real animal shelter!

The 2nd exciting event is that the 1st pens from the old Haven have been dismantled and brought over to the new shelter (see pictures). Although not as exciting as seeing happy dogs able to run and play freely, some for the 1st time in their lives, this was pretty exciting too. We knew that was the plan, to take the existing pens apart and put them up at the new location, but never felt sure about how it would actually happen. Well, it did, and it was a successful move, and the subsequent pens to be moved should be a piece of cake!

During the 1st week of July, the kitchen was completed and roofs were placed on the 1st 6 pens--the new ones, built specifically for this shelter. (see pictures of the kitchen and the roofs below)

For the moment, construction of actual buildings is awaiting planning approvals, but we can move forward with plenty more needs. On August 27, volunteers spent most of the day dealing with site drainage. In some parts along the perimeter, we'll need a wall (a sound barrier) instead of a fence--the sound of barking dogs carries far! We still need to build a new cattery (the old one at The Haven will be moved to the new site). There's plenty to do, so no one is just waiting around for construction approvals.

We'll continue to update you on the progress at the new shelter of course. For now, you -our supporters-should feel so good that 34 dogs are enjoying their new lives and this beautiful, spacious site.

Links:

• Uganda SPCA page on the Animal-Kind Int'l website