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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 Nowruz 1403

Spring arrives as winter fades away, bringing with it warmth, light, and lush greenery. Each spring, our hopes and aspirations bloom anew. Our heartfelt wishes are as follows: May we inhabit a world free from violence and conflict, where both humans and animals can...

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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

Vishki in Montreal

In Fall 2020 Rana and Mr. Karam noticed Vishki at the village just south of the shelter. She was a stray and one of the store owners used to feed her. It seemed like she had a health problem so one day she was brought to the shelter for treatment and neutering. The...

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Bamzi becomes Canadian

In 2018, a father imports a Labrador puppy from outside of Iran for his son, and signs the puppy up for training at a training school. But living at these schools is too early for a puppy that young, and as a result, the puppy got Distemper. It was a hard battle, and...

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Adopted Dogs in Iran

Teddy chose his family himself

An animal-loving family that didn't believe in sterilization brought nine small-breed dogs to the shelter a few years ago due to problems with the neighbors. We sterilized all of them. All were adopted except Michelle, who is in the shelter. Teddy was one of them. He...

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