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This , we’re sharing Sonic’s story of resilience. 🐱 He was found abandoned in his carrier outside a block of flats with a heartbreaking note. Thankfully, he was quickly brought to the safety of our animal Home.

During his check-up on arrival, our veterinary team discovered an abnormality in his left eye, later diagnosed as iris melanoma. Surgery was needed to remove the tumour which was having a detrimental impact on his health. Fortunately, it was caught quickly and Sonic has made a full recovery. Along with his eye treatment, he’s also had dental care and is thriving in his foster home.

Sonic’s bravery has been incredible, and now he’s ready for the next chapter - a loving, forever home that he truly deserves after everything he has been through. 💜

It’s only with support from people like you that we’re able to help animals like Sonic when they need it most. Thank you for being there for Sonic and so many others. 💜 https://themayhew.org/cats/sonic/.

🌟🎄 Don't miss out, tickets are now on sale! 🎄🌟

Join us for a magical evening hosted by Danni Menzies, as we come together to celebrate the festive season whilst helping dogs and cats in need.

Sing along to your favourite Christmas songs performed by The Love2sing Choir, enjoy enchanting performances from Finsbury A Ca****la and heart-warming readings from special guests, plus meet some amazing TheraPaws dogs.

📍 St Matthew's Church, Ealing

📅 Friday 6th December - doors open at 6pm

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://shop.themayhew.org/collections/all-products/products/mayhew-christmas-concert.

It’s , and we discovered something truly scary… Tomorrow marks one full year since Kobe and Ruby joined us. That’s 365 days of hoping for a loving home.

Their biggest fear? Another year of waiting. While we work hard to find every animal the home they deserve, some - like Kobe and Ruby wait longer.

Will you please help Kobe and Ruby take one paw closer to finding their forever homes? Every like, comment, and share brings them closer to being seen by more people. 🌙💫 We know their homes are out there - we just need to add a little magic to help make it happen. Thank you. 💜 https://themayhew.org/dogs/kobe/, https://themayhew.org/cats/ruby/.

Our Head Veterinarian in Afghanistan, Dr Mo has been nominated for an award!

To vote for Dr Mo, please like and share the photo in this post from Worldwide Vets (you will need to click on Worldwide Vets own post) and share why you think he deserves to win. Thank you. 💜

Introducing our next nominee for our Golden Star Award 2024.

To vote for Dr Mohammadzai like and share this photo and tell us why you think he deserves to be this year's Golden Star.

Don't forget to follow Worldwide Vets to keep up to date with the award!

Nominator's quote: "Dr Mohammadzai, Dr Mo as he is know at Mayhew, is the epitome of of our organisation, dedicated to helping animals and improving life for both animals and people where he leads projects.
Having qualified as a vet in Kabul in the 1990s he came to UK shortly afterwards. He was determined to work with animals and found Mayhew in London where he started volunteering. After several years he was employed as Vet Assistant at Mayhew and worked tirelessly at our London Charitable Community clinic caring for animals and serving the public through our free preventative health clinics. He was determined to continue to help animals in his home country, Afghanistan and became a channel of communication between UK animal welfare organisations and Kabul authorities to rescue the animals in Kabul Zoo at the beginning of the 2000s. Having
re-established relations with Kabul University Vet Faculty,Mayhew started their international programmes and he travelled to Kabul to provide vet training in small animal health and welfare for the University. Seeing the number of roaming dogs in Kabul, which had escalated after years of conflict and concerned by the number of rabies cases, Dr Mo advised the authorities on how to
address the issues. For years the Kabul authorities had culled thousands of dogs using strychnine poisoning but this had not stopped rabies cases or managed the population. Dr Mo was determined
to find a solution. He planned and delivered the first comprehensive dog population survey in Kabul in 2015 and from this survey he devised a strategy to work to eliminate dog-mediated rabies in Kabul and manage the dog population humanely. After much negotiation, Dr Mo convinced Kabul Municipality to stop culling and start a mass canine rabies vaccination programme, which started in August 2017. He has directed and managed a team of local Afghan vets and support staff
to vaccinate more than 120 000 dogs across 22 districts of Kabul since then. Since 2021 they have been no confirmed reported cases of rabies in dogs or humans. Working to keep Kabul protected, as
there is evidence of rabies outside of Kabul city and in neighbouring provinces, Dr Mo devised a plan to create a 20km buffer zone around Kabul city limits, counting the dogs in this area and now delivering a mass canine rabies vaccination programme to create aprotective ring around Kabul so that the rabies virus does not come into the city. In 2019 Dr Mo introduced a TNR programme for the city, with his team neutering on average 10 000 dogs/year. Under his direction, the team have just passed the milestone of 50 000 dogs neutered in Kabul. Annual dog surveys have been carried
out and 70% of the dog population in the 16 central districts of Kabul has now been neutered. From the Kabul vet clinic, Dr Mo has provided training in small animal reproductive surgery to hundreds of Kabul vets and vet students and helped to delivered a Community Engagement programme for the people of Kabul,raising awareness about rabies, dog bite prevention and how to behave
around the roaming dogs in the city, reaching more than 10 000 people since 2018.

Dr Mo lead the Mayhew Afghanistan team through regime change and remained resolute to continue caring for the dogs of Kabul as long as it was safe to do so.

Beyond Afghanistan, Dr Mo has delivered vet training and advised on clinic design, set up and flow for other NGOs and charities in resource limited countries such as Iraq, Tunisia, Algeria, Georgia, Romania, Russia and India.

Dr Mo is a hugely gifted vet, animal welfare ambassador and programme manager, and a very humble, genuine, caring person. What he has done for animals wherever he has worked but particularly for the dogs in Kabul and for the veterinary profession there is outstanding
and he very much deserves the accolade of a Golden Star Vet Award."

A word from Dr Mo: "Being nominated for an award recognising my efforts in helping animals and people fills me
with a deep sense of pride and gratitude. It’s a validation of the hard work, dedication,
and passion I’ve poured into this mission, often without expecting anything in return. To be acknowledged in this way is both humbling and inspiring.

From the start, my goal has always been simple: to make a difference in the lives of animals and humans alike. This nomination, though, serves as a reminder that others see and value this impact too.

It’s a recognition not just of me, but of the communities, organisations and individuals who have supported this cause alongside me. Without the volunteers, donors, and advocates who believe in this work, none of this would have been possible.

Most of all, this nomination motivates me to keep going. There’s still so much work to be done, so many animals to save, and so many people who need help. This acknowledgement gives me the energy and encouragement to continue fighting for those who don’t have a voice. It’s an honour that I will cherish, and it pushes me to make an even greater difference moving forward"

Voting closes on the 14th of November- be sure to vote for your animal hero before then!

This , we have some very special cats who have put on their best tuxedos to introduce themselves to you. 😺

We have several black and white cats currently looking for a fur-ever home and one thing they all have in common (other than their fur colour) is that they all deserve a loving home as special as they are. 💜

Here we have Bob, Ellie, Baby Ruth, Wally, Poppy, Bret and Nicholas. 🖤 🤍 You can meet them all here: https://themayhew.org/cats/.

Bailey has an impaw-tant message to share (and yes, she's still looking for a forever home)! 💜 With firework season just around the corner, Bailey wants to remind everyone that dogs and cats can get very frightened by fireworks and might need extra support. 🎇

Visit our website for advice on keeping your pets safe during firework season: https://advice.themayhew.org/en/seasonal-advice/protecting-your-pet-during-firework-season.

We have some wonderful news to start the week! After officially being one of our longest stayers, we’re overjoyed to announce that River has found her fur-ever home. 💜

Please join us in wishing River the very best of luck. 🐾 💜

It's , and Jade and her kittens would like to thank you for being there for cats like her. Not only today, but every day. 💜

So far this year, we've cared for over 70 black cats. Sadly, black cats are statistically more likely to take longer to be rehomed.

Jade and her kittens aren't quite ready for adoption yet, but paws crossed when they are, they'll beat the statistics. 💜🐱

This , we need your help to caption these photos of Wally. 😺 Let us know in the comments below! 🔽

Wally is a confident cat with bundles of personality. 🐱 He loves his toys, and of course, cardboard boxes are one of his favourites! 📦 https://themayhew.org/cats/wally/.

Roxy recently came to us through our Pet Refuge programme. While her owner received essential medical treatment, Roxy was safe and cared for at our animal home.

When we asked Roxy's owner what Pet Refuge meant to them, they shared: "I'm quite ill at the moment, so without this support, I would have felt helpless. This refuge was a lifesaver."

You can find out more about our Pet Refuge programme, including how to support our services here: https://themayhew.org/how-we-help/in-our-home/pet-refuge/.

Updates from our TheraPaws programme! Our fantastic volunteer Lilia and her dog Reggie regularly visit Kelstone Nursing Home in Morden, where they make a big impact by bringing smiles and joy to the residents!

Our TheraPaws programme promotes physical, social and emotional wellbeing in care homes, hospitals and SEN schools. To find out more, visit our website here: https://themayhew.org/how-we-help/in-our-communities/therapaws/.

Freya turns one! 🎉 We couldn’t resist celebrating our caterpillar-loving sweet girl with a little paw-ty for her birthday, but the real surprise came a few days later...

After being in our care for two months, we were overjoyed to tell Freya that she’s now been reserved for adoption! The best birthday gift she could ask for. 💜

This , we have a special tale to share with you. 🐱

At just six-weeks-old, Charlie was found in a construction bin with an injury to his ear. After everything he had been through, he was absolutely terrified when he first arrived, and we were concerned there might be other injuries, as we didn't know the full extent of what he had been through.

Fortunately, aside from the injury to his ear, Charlie seemed healthy and received the treatment he needed in our clinic. It's likely that Charlie will always carry a permanent scar as a reminder of his tough start. We like to think it makes him even more special. 💜

Charlie was very shy at first and took some time to settle in. But over time, he’s come out of his shell, and it’s been heart-warming to see his personality shine through. We’re thrilled to share that Charlie is one paw closer to finding a forever home, and we can’t wait to see what the next chapter of his story holds.

It's only with the support of people like you that we are able to continue helping animals like Charlie when they need us most. To support our ongoing work, please consider making a donation today: https://themayhew.org/get-involved/donate/.

Having been one of our longer stayers, we were absolutely thrilled when Bella (formerly Bellatrix) was rehomed in June.

It didn't take long for Bella to make herself 'thoroughly at home,' as her adopter, Rosaleen, shared. Bella loves spending time outside, and it seems there's no need for an alarm clock - she wakes Rosaleen up every morning around 6 a.m. by jumping on the bed and purring in her ear! 😺

Since being adopted, Bella always seems so happy and never stops purring. We’re so pleased that she got the happy fur-ever ending she always deserved. 💜

We know that animals can have a very positive impact on your mental health: often they are the light at the end of the tunnel. 🐕

We're grateful to McCann Central for creating this campaign for us to raise awareness of our amazing TheraPaws programme, which is kindly funded by Pets Foundation.

TheraPaws offers animal-assisted therapy sessions to improve emotional and mental well-being in care homes, hospitals and SEN schools. 💜

Learn more about our TheraPaws programme here: https://themayhew.org/how-we-help/in-our-communities/therapaws/.

Every animal is special in their own way, and we love discovering the unique qualities and traits that make them who they are. 💜

Bret arrived with us after being abandoned at a bus stop. Since then, he's been craving home comforts, and one of our animal carers was recently touched to see that he had made his own 'bed.' 😺 Can you offer Bret a home? https://bit.ly/3YavbMg

🎉 A huge congratulations to all our incredible runners who completed the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2024 on Sunday! 🏅

Thank you for raising vital funds to help give dogs and cats a second chance in life. 🐶🐱

We hope you're feeling proud of your amazing achievement and enjoying a well-deserved rest this week! 💜

On behalf of all the dogs in our care, we’d like to say a BIG thank you to everyone who donated treats this week! 💜

Mayhew alumni Bella, who loves spending time in our reception, proudly accepted the deliveries on behalf of her fellow rescue dog friends and can confirm the treats have successfully reached rescue dog tummies. 🐶💜

Exciting news! Our head veterinarian at our Mayhew Georgia Clinic has been nominated for an award for her incredible work.

Dr Ana Metskhvarishvili DVM has been nominated for the Veterinary Clinic champion in the Global Alliance for Rabies Control and we need your help!

Voting is free and will only take a couple of minutes of your time. If Ana wins, not only will she receive the acknowledge she deserves but a prize of $1,500 USD which will help provide hundreds of dogs with rabies vaccinations in Tbilisi, Georgia.

To vote, please visit the website here and follow the simple steps below: https://rabiesalliance.org/world-rabies-day/awards/shortlist.

👆 Select Ana in the Veterinary Clinic category, then scroll down to the bottom of the page and submit your vote
💻 Enter your email address
✉️ Check your email for the confirmation link
💜 You've voted - thank you!

We were delighted to host an event in celebration of this weekend where we were joined by special friends, including Ricky Gervais and Jane Fallon.

The event was hosted by Peter Egan and included readings from Mayhew supporters, Beatie Edney and Lesley Nicol, as well as a special performance by soprano Annette Wardell.

More than £15,000 was raised on the night, which will go towards supporting dogs, cats and communities. We would like to share a heartfelt thank you to everyone involved, including animal welfare champion Angela Humphery, Signature at Highgate, and 80-20 Georgian Wines, who made the event possible. 💜

Kali has a fur-avour that she would like to ask. 💜 Here at Mayhew, Kali and her friends get through their treats at a speedy rate (who can blame them - they are the very best boys and girls).

Kali has now alerted us to a little paw-mergency - we are out of treats! 🐾 Kali and her paw-some pals would be ever so grateful if you could help them by donating some from our Amazon wish list until are stocks are replenished. ✨ https://bit.ly/3NdxAAu.

Kali and her friends would like to thank you in advance. 💜

We couldn’t resist sharing these heart-warming photos from our Mayhew Georgia team, taken last weekend. 🥰

For , the team was busy hosting two events, where a total of 213 animals received vaccinations.

It was an incredible team effort by everyone involved, and we’re grateful to the local residents who brought their animals to us. 💜

To find out more about our international work, visit our website here: https://themayhew.org/how-we-help/international-projects/.

Dash heard it was and decided to pose up a storm. How did he do? 😻

Dash recently went to a foster home, and while he's very grateful to his foster family for welcoming him with open paws, he would love to find a forever home of his own. He hopes his posing will help - after all, he is very dashing. 😺 https://themayhew.org/cats/dash/.

How could we possibly say 'no' to that face when Astro asks for more toys? 😀

Astro is a young, playful, and friendly boy. He loves the company of his human friends and can't wait to find a home where he can receive all the love he deserves. 💜 https://themayhew.org/dogs/astro/.