Life can be incredibly difficult for stray animals in Egypt; animal lovers constantly find themselves saving cats and dogs that have been run over by cars, abused, or abandoned by their owners. However, a collective, wide-scale effort is needed to actually make a structural and sustainable difference. While there has been more awareness of animal cruelty, ways to support animal shelters, adopting stray cats and dogs, and holding pet stores accountable for adequate conditions, there is always more that can be done. If you find yourself feeling helpless by the number of stray animals left hungry on the streets, these are simple things you can do that won’t take much effort but will change these animals’ lives immensely. 1. Support TNR Programs There are several programs in Egypt designed to trap, neuter or spay, and return stray animals to help control the increasingly growing stray animal population, such as Egyptian Vets for Animal Care (EVAC), TNR Maadi, and TNR Zamalek. They also usually vaccinate the animals to protect them from diseases like rabies. You can take initiative by donating to these organizations. The more TNR programs are implemented, the fewer…
