Talya’s Save a Soul: Dog Shelter in Giza Egypt

Kerdasa right behind Garrana and Seasons Club

Dog shelters, also known as animal shelters or rescue centers, have a rich history dating back several centuries. The concept of providing a safe haven for stray, abandoned, or neglected dogs emerged in response to the need for animal welfare and protection.

One of the earliest recorded instances of organized dog shelters can be traced back to the 19th century in Europe and the United States. These early shelters were primarily established to address the increasing stray dog population in urban areas and combat public health concerns.

Many dogs standing in and around a shallow pool of muddy water in an outdoor enclosure.

About shelter

$ 10,000

Basic operational costs (dog food, nurturing, rent, salaries and basic medical care)

$ 7,000

Advanced medical treatments costs (major surgeries, cancer treatment, and other procedures done at clinics outside of the shelter)

1000+

Dogs

Full time workers

Talya’s save a soul is a non-profit animal rescue organization based in Egypt.

Talya is home to over 550 dogs

The Shelter features a “sanctuary” type layout, with most dogs living together in an outdoor shared space

Talya’s dog shelter has two part-time Veterinarians on staff and leverages a near by animal clinic for more involved treatment needs for the dogs (such as cancer treatment)

All dogs in the shelter are vaccinated

The Shelter has 6 full time workers to care for all 550+ dogs

Talya’s dog shelter does not believe in putting any dog down, all dogs deserve a life and this shelter works hard to give them that life

Cost to operate the Shelter is about $15,000 per month

With the depreciation of the Egyptian Pound in recent years, less people in Egypt are able to continue to donate to this Shelter

The shelter struggles to reach this minimum on a monthly basis

The dogs at Talya’s dog Shelter LOVE visitors so if you are ever in the area, stop by and say HI

To learn more about Talya’s visit their facebook page