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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.

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World Spay Day- 28 February 2023

According to the World Health Organization, about 200 million stray dogs are worldwide. In countries like Iran, there are usually no statistics kept, but what is clear is that stray or homeless dogs, in the absence of Animal Protection Acts, have a much more...

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Adopted Dogs Abroad

Shalizar

Adopted by Mohammadi Family - June 25, 2014 - Goteborg, Sweden Our girl, Shalizar, has now been with us for about eight months here in Sweden. It's not an easy task to describe the love you have for your first pet but we'll try. The story began in September 2013 when...

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Patoo

PatooAdopted Feb 2012 - Ravon Family - San Jose, CA Hi! My name is Patoo, and I am a very special dog! I am not only beautiful, but smart enough to make the best of the opportunities that life put on my path. I had it all planned out. After getting lucky to leave my...

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Adopted Dogs in Iran

Lexi

The day with Aida and her dad Mr Latifi came to visit Vafa Shelter, Lexi worked all angles to get Aida's attention and to make sure she chooses her to take home! It worked!Lexi got deep under Aida's skin during the short time they were there looking at the dogs, Lexi...

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Max (Namadi)

There is hardly anyone who has heard about "Namadi" 's arrival in Vafa Shelter and does not remember him. Right now Namadi has taken the new title of "Max"and resides in his new home. Here is a few words from his adopting sponsor:" I heard about Vafa from my late...

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