Embark is a campaign dedicated to improving the wellbeing of stray dogs, whilst reducing their population and preventing rabies in Sri Lanka. Since its inception, the programme has been active in many ways, addressing the said critical issues facing society. Embark approaches these issues with immense hope, creating a strong impact on the welfare of both animals and people of Sri Lanka.(Read more)
Humane Dog Population and Rabies Management Project, Maharagama.
For the next 3 years, in collaboration with the Maharagama Medical Officer of Health and the Blue Paw Trust, Embark will be carrying out a Humane Dog Population and Rabies Management Project in the Maharagama DS Division. One and a half months into the campaign and over 500 dogs have already been vaccinated against Rabies. Plans indicate that the first few months of the project will focus on Anti-rabies Vaccinations. (Read More)
LOVE IS LOVE, NO MATTER WHAT COAT IT WEARS
So, there I was at Christmas in a lovely hotel right next to the beach in beautiful Sri Lanka, with my partner and my sister, Janet. We were there for a holiday but the main reason for our visit was to sprinkle some of my late dad's ashes under a palm tree,
Adopt a special needs dog
Dragging themselves across the floor, rolling around in a doggy wheelchair, running on three legs or occasionally stumbling due to impaired vision; all special needs dogs have something in common. A big, big heart and a zest for life that is often unique to dogs with disabilities.
Many people see physical deformities in an animal as a sign of shortcoming, but this just isn’t true. Nor is it true that an animal with a medical problem is any less of an animal. Special needs dogs only require a little extra TLC. Some require medication, others a special diet and some just need a loving home with a vigilant and patient family. Dogs with disabilities are indeed amazing animals, more than deserving of a family to love them and ready to return that love tenfold.(Read more)
