![]() ![]() Rescued dogs are often abused, sick, or injured by humans, thus medical support is essential. Also, in the event of a disaster, the shelter will be able to provide ample space for evacuation guidance. With more space at the shelter, it will be a lot easier to raise, train, and rehabilitate dogs in a spacious area. With new and socially unaware puppies constantly nagging veteran shelter dogs, we fear that both dogs would build up stress. Although we try our best to prevent fights between dogs that are incompatible with each other, sharing space with conflicting animals isn’t easy. At Tier Heim KOKUA, we do not keep shelter dogs in cages. In Germany, an animal-loving country, facilities (Tierheim) are designed to understand the nature of animals and provide them with a comfortable environment. In 2021, the Animal Protection Law will be revised and enforced, and numerical regulations on cage size, etc. Although we try to provide shelter dogs with as much free space as possible, the reality is that we are always on the edge of our means, both physically and financially. WHAT WE WANT TO ACCOMPLISH THROUGH THIS PROJECTĪlthough dog euthanization has been on the decrease, the number dog abandonment has never shown great improvement. Therefore, to rescue many dogs, we need a larger shelter than we have now. Furthermore, with the different personalities and characteristics of each dog, it is essential to separate those that do not get along. This make it very difficult to rescue all the dogs at the site, especially when rescue requests ask to shelter ten dogs at once. To provide proper care for each of our shelter dogs, we have to control the number of dogs we shelter in order to make the most of the available space we currently have. Tier Heim KOKUA works to tackle the "abolishment of pet euthanization, prohibition of the sale of live cats and dogs, and prohibition of animal abuse." Although we take pride in being one of the few animal shelters in the center of Tokyo, of course, this location has consequences-space being one of the largest problems. This is the reality of the pet business in Japan. And if no one rescues the dog within a week, they are euthanized at the facility. If we or other organizations don’t rescue the dogs, these dog owners usually put their pets in the kill shelter as a last resort. Every day we receive calls from dog owners demanding us to take their dogs because for unjust and illogical reasons. With easier access to pets through pet shops, it is easier to abandon pets. In this situation, the household or owner almost always leaves the dogs malnourished and in dire condition. ![]() There are also cases where dogs are not neutered and spayed, resulting in the mass increase of dogs. At these unscrupulous breeding sites, breeding animals are locked up in tattered and cramped cages with their own waste What seems like an innocent and cute pet store is rooted in dark and abusive industries that handle "breeding animals," the parents of these puppies and kittens. The increase in pet owners means an increase in the number of dogs being bred. In recent years, the number of new dog owners has been on the rise due to the pet boom caused by the coronavirus epidemic. We are working 365 days a year to be the voice for the voiceless so that one day we can proudly present Japan as an animal-friendly country. Regarding social animal welfare, we want to create a comfortable and welcoming society for both humans and pets.Īlthough the number of pet euthanizations has decreased in recent years, irresponsible owners still abandon many cats and dogs. In terms of the Japanese animal welfare system, we want to abolish the culling of dogs and cats, prohibit animal sales and ban animal abuse. We are working daily to help better animals' lives, including those living in kill shelters, abused and abandoned by heartless people, and those found in disaster areas and crime scenes.Īt Kokua, we have two goals that branch into systematic and social justice. Throughout our journey, we have taken responsibility for the lives we have saved and have actively addressed the issue of animal welfare through rescuing and hosting educational activities. ![]() NPO Tier Heim KOKUA is a loving shelter for dogs. To fulfill these goals, we want to expand our shelter in Harajuku, where many people of different generations and international backgrounds gather. NPO Tier Heim KOKUA has decided to participate in this project to save even more lives and raise public awareness of Japan's current animal welfare issues. ![]()
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