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Vafa Animal Shelter is a non-governmental charity organization that relies solely on private donations and volunteers.

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Established in 2004, Vafa Animal Shelter is the first animal shelter to open its door to injured and homeless animals in Iran. We are dedicated to providing shelter and care for animals in need.

Local News

Happy National Veterinary Day-2024

We wish a happy National Veterinary Day to Vafa’s partner veterinarians—Dr. Gholamreza Abedi, Dr. Saeed Rouhollah, Dr. Davar Shahiri Bonab, and Dr. Farzad Ghazi—and to all veterinarians who work tirelessly for the welfare and health of animals. Poster Designer:...

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World News

Happy World Veterinary Day!

In every profession, commitment, responsibility, and compassion are essential — and in veterinary medicine, they are truly at its heart. Before experience, skills, and scientific knowledge, a strong moral commitment and ethical work practices are the foundation for...

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Adopted Dogs Abroad

From Fear to Family: Lola’s Story

At the end of May 2023, a little dog with a rope around her neck ran desperately after Mr. Karam’s car down the road, chasing hope, chasing a new life. When she finally reached the shelter, she was overwhelmed by a sea of barking dogs. Terrified, she took refuge...

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Autumn’s Flight to Love

The story of "Autumn" is similar to that of many street dogs who must wander the alleys and roads in search of scraps of food, dodge passing cars to avoid being hit, evade stones thrown by children, or hide from people to prevent someone from calling the municipality...

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Adopted Dogs in Iran

Lotus: Beauty, Hope, and a Happy Ending

It was late spring of 2024 when this beautiful dog was discovered wandering the deserts nearby, accompanied by a few puppies. No one could say for sure if they were her own. She was brought to the shelter and found a place to call home in Yard Two. One day, as Mr....

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Ruby: The Precious Girl of the Month

On July 26, 2024, under the scorching sun on the Kooshke Zar road, she was running away from a group of large dogs and bumping into a kind woman. Out of fear, she jumped into her arms. If that woman hadn’t been there that day, who knows what might have happened to...

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