The Egyptian tourist destination of Hurghada on the Red Sea is known, among other things, for its many stray dogs and cats. Most of them lead a hard and often short life: hunger, disease, traffic accidents, and many other dangers end the lives of many of these animals prematurely and cruelly.
The SUST Animal Orphanage in Hurghada has been giving stray dogs and cats in need a second chance since August 15, 2016: Sick and injured strays receive free, professional treatment, surgery, and rehabilitation. Even pet owners with limited means can find help for their animals in distress. In addition to emergency cases, spaying and neutering are performed daily: This humanely and sustainably controls the overpopulation of stray cats in this Egyptian city.
The Susy Utzinger Foundation for Animal Welfare (SUST) organizes and finances the Orphan Animal Hospital (OAH) and covers all costs. After their recovery/treatment, the animals are returned to their familiar surroundings.
In addition to providing free castrations and treatments for street animals, SUST is also actively involved in other areas to find sustainable solutions to local animal welfare problems: training and further education of specialists, informing and educating the public, and promoting the rehoming of homeless animals directly within the country.