The first-ever TNR program in Diafani has concluded. In memory of Alison McEwan, we helped dozens of cats together!
Scroll below to see photos of the program, the full list of sponsors, and the names of all the volunteers who helped.
Giving them the best care possible
As with all of AWK's programs, the surgeries followed strict protocols and all animals were kept in the temporary clinic for 24 hours after their surgery and prior to their release to their original colonies. In addition, all animals received anti-parasitic therapy, and any wounds or infections that were visible were treated.
The emergencies that AWK received at the clinic stayed with the team for multiple days. The kitty named April recovered well and will be placed for adoption via AWK's Facebook page soon.
As always, medical records were kept for all animals and their photos were taken. This is an essential part of all of our programs, as it allows the team to review a case should a problem arise.
As we repeat every time: It is AWK's belief that because these animals do not have legal human guardians, they deserve the best possible care, attention, and love.
Educating youth is key if we wish a more humane future for the animals
Animal Welfare Karpathos' programs would not be complete without reaching out to the kids and youth of the areas we visit. We would like to thank the elementary school and junior high school students who attended the last day of the program. The students received information about the spay/neuter program, how the cats are trapped, and how they can help in the future. Already, two of the students- Anna and Vasilis Kanakis have been eagerly volunteering with AWK for the last 3 years.
AWK's campaigns are not possible without loving volunteers!
The entire board of Animal Welfare Karpathos participated in this program. In addition, AWK welcomed new volunteers to the organization such as Evangelia Agapiou from EcoTourism, Kalea Matsakis who traveled from America, and Annet van der Kaag who moved to Karpathos permanently this year. Annet is a past president of the first-ever animal welfare association which was formed on the island years ago.
AWK would like to thank all the following volunteers (by alphabetical order):
Trapping and releasing volunteers:
Evangelia Agapiou, Maria Loizou Ioannidis, Stavroula Magiafi, George Magiafis, Sophia Hiras-Mircros, Annet van der Kaag, Anna Kanaki, Vasilis Kanakis, Nikos Kanakis, George Kourtis, Marina Lentaki, Kalea Matsakis, Georgia Pakaki, Sofianna Piliaris, Maria Pavlakos, Luisa Ricaldone
Lead veterinarian/surgeon:
Dr. Anna Katogiritis
Volunteer licensed veterinary nurse and veterinarian (responsible for the preparation and recovery of animals)
Dr. April Kelly and Naomi Driver
