May 8, 2017
Tuesday, 21 September 2010
Dear friends,
In the last few months, Vafa has faced many challenges which got resolved with your help.
Below, we mention some of them:
We are grateful of your support. For some years, a water spring in the village of Kooshkezar was the water source for the shelter. Water was stored in a pool and then moved to the shelter by pipes. Since last year due to scarce rainfall, the spring started to dry up, until about eight months ago that it dried up completely and the shelter was left without water. Fortunately, there is a well nearby that had not been used for a long time. After consulting with some experts we decided to get it ready and utilized. To start with, as a temporary solution we purchased and installed two 6000 liter tanks. For a month, we bought and delivered water to these tanks by trucks. In the meanwhile, after purchase of a motorized pump and electric generator, plumbing and other preparations the well became usable. This would not have happened without your help.
Your help also has made it possible for us to hire a second full time cleaning person.At present time the shelter employees two full time attendants and a driver/services person. Therefore, with your help not only the shelter is a cleaner place, three families live better lifes. A new Peykan van was gifted to the shelter by it’s founder, Mrs. Motamedi. This van and your donations gave us the chance to spend time and money in to repairing the old van. Again, none of this would have happened without your help. With your help, dozens of dogs received medical treatments and vaccinations, were spay and neutered, and got fed.These are only examples of a long list. As a group, with a common goal we can do a lot more. Expect more good news…
May 8, 2017
Sunday, 15 August 2010
Dear Friends,
It is with our greatest regret to announce that the very much respectful and worthy director of Vafa, Ms. Lida Esna-Ashari, has decided to step away from this hard work in order to attend to her health issues and other matters.We are grateful to this wonderful lady for her absolute dedication and selfless love towards animals. We sincerely hope that after regaining her health and some rest she would return to work with us, so every one specially the helpless animals would benefit form her presence.Surely, her departure will be followed by changes in the management staff and financing system that will be announced shortly.
Hereby, we are asking you to prevent from making any deposits to the old bank account ( Sepehr-Sadat under Lida Esna-Ashari’s name) until further notice in order to avoid any complications in accounting/ bookkeeping/financing.
Sincerely.
Vafa Shelter
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May 8, 2017
Wednesday, 21 July 2010
Report from Vafa Shelter – Mashhad (Dated July 19, 2010)
At request of Ms Emami, on 25th of Tir Dr. Abedi and Ms EsnaAshari went for a visit to Vafa Shelter in Mashhad. Within only two days, 43 female dogs were spayed. These were not only dogs who reside at the shelter but also those who roam the surrounding lands and enjoy the fringe benefits of the kind neighbors. Since last year, the shelter has been improved in many ways. To mention some; now they have electricity, water pumps, shades, and large pool for the dogs to play in and cool down. Drinking water canals have been built. They have purchased a pickup truck, and a water tanker to reserve water for drinking and cooking the dogs foods on the days of shortage.
As of today, there are about 70 healthy dogs who live together in peace. Many thanks to Mrs Forough Emami and Mr Abachi who has joined Ms Emami since last month. This shelter will be able to stand on its feet with help of animal supporters, both financially and physically.
For more information and to offer your help, please contact Ms Emami by calling her at: 0936-226-4999 or 0915-502-2694 and/or email:nasemshahidi@yahoo.com You can always contact us at info@cal.ir and please refer to Vafa-Mashhad if you are inquiring about this location.
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May 8, 2017
Thursday, 15 July 2010
Dear Friends:
Our hearts are filled with sorrow upon the sudden loss of one of our dear supporters, Maryam Afshar.
It is with great sadness that we inform you that Vafa Shelter just lost this valuable friend to cancer.
Maryam was a true animal lover who paid attention to our animals with special needs. Having the choice of many beautiful and healthy animals, she picked out our three-legged Golpar for adoption.
We share this pain in sympathy and pray for peace and endurance for her family and friends.
It is fair to say that the animals in her care have lost an amazing and dedicated care giver who mothered them with all her heart and soul.
Maryam Afshar will be greatly missed by many…
With Warm Regards,
Center for Animal Lovers (CAL) & Vafa Shelter
May 8, 2017
Sunday, 02 May 2010
Those friends who have visited Vafa Shelter within the past couple of years are familiar with Patris.
He is a large black male who lived in a house in Mehrshahr (Karaj) until two years ago. And for unknown causes to us at the time, his left arm was severely hurt including fractures as well as deep wounds. He was transferred to our shelter in that condition. His recovery was long and slow. During that time we realized that his right arm and one of his legs were badly damaged as well.
We assigned him to a private den and bedding. Though the door to his den is always open he rarely gets out. Only at the time of cleaning he would reluctantly step out.
He wouldn’t even come out to eat on his own. We either took the food to his den or Mr. Gholam would pick him up and bring him out to help him eat.
After studying the latest X-rays, Dr. Abedi agreed to perform surgery on Patris regardless of the long and difficult process.
On Sunday Ordibehesht 13th (May 2nd), Mr. Karam transported him to the Veterinary Hospital. The necessary x-rays revealed that his wounds were caused by over 15 BB gun pellets, which have been embedded in his bones for a long time.
He will be staying at the clinic until they start performing the several procedures/surgeries that need to take place.
This requires financial aid from our supporters.
Vafa Shelter is a non-governmental charity that relies solely on private support from kind and generous donors and volunteers. Our shelter has made great strides over the past few years, but there is so much more to be done—including Patris’s upcoming surgeries. Please consider making a contribution.
Thursday, 08 July 2010
Update on Patris
Dear old Patris was returned to the shelter, after two months at the Saadat Abad Veterinary Clinic. During this time, he underwent a series of crucial surgeries on his legs by Dr Abedi, and was cared for by his kind staff.
For those of you who are just reading about Patris, his story was posted on our website back in May: http://cal.ir/main/en/latest-news/27-patris-surgery
Tuesday, 27 July 2010
Latest on Patris
Ever since Patris came back from the hospital, I have gone to his den every afternoon to change his bandages. A process that takes between 30 to 45 minutes. Usually, Akbar, the new help or someone else comes to help me with it.
On the first few days Patris did not show any reactions. Today for the first time he showed signs of discomfort, let me know it hurt and even got up to get away from me. As much as it hurt me to see him in pain, it was heartwarming to learn that all his four legs are getting their feeling back and he can use them. I hope to start his physical therapy as soon as next week.
In the meanwhile, his roommate, Miss Patrisa, is settling in and shows excitement to see me behind the door and wants to play.
Patrisa had the same injuries as Patris and we are getting her ready for her surgery.
With thousands of thanks to Dr. Abedi,
Lida E.
