Vets For JSPCA Israel

21/08/2024

Times flies so quickly, then I realise how long it's been since I last updated...I guess because there's not much to say.

I hope you're all staying as safe as you can, and please know how much we're all thinking of you.

We were supposed to have a volunteer vet a week or so ago, but unfortunately he cancelled. I understand, but still disappointing.

I posted in the Sword of Iron FB group, and that's helped share our project. I also had a couple of enquiries from people who aren't vets but are interested in helping out at the shelter which is very welcome.

That's it for now!

21/07/2024

Here is a picture taken today of a vet who has come to lend a hand. He's currently helping out on a farm in Israel, but wanted to help us as well, so we're grateful.

28/06/2024

Just wanted to let everyone know, we have a vet confirmed for August!!

Shabbat Shalom.

20/06/2024

Sorry it's been so long since my last update. Unfortunately there's not a lot going on at the moment.

We have a few vets looking at the end of the year, but sadly nothing before that at the moment.

I'm going to be advertising for vets again, so we'll see how that goes.

Hope you're all keeping well.

03/06/2024

Help has arrived!! Say hello to Josh.

09/05/2024

This is a new fundraiser I've launched. Can you please share it on your social media platforms?

Help Us End Suffering: Please Donate to Support our Cat Spay/Neuter Project

We are currently raising money for 2 very important pieces of equipment needed for our spay/neuter project.

The first is a monitor that measures oxygen levels during surgery. This lets the vet know there’s a problem before he or she sees the cat isn’t breathing. Cost: 2300NIS, which is roughly $619 US/$846 Canadian/575 euros/£493 UK

The second is a baby scale. Knowing a cat’s weight is important as a way to more accurately medicate and anesthetize them. Cost: roughly $150 US/$205 Canadian/139 euros/£120 UK

There are 3 ways to donate

GoFundMe
https://gofund.me/c99c9077

JSPCA bank direct
United Mizrahi Tefahot Bank
Branch: Ramat Eshkol 569, Paran St. 5 Jerusalem Israel 97802
Client’s name: Jerusalem Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Account number: 222225
IBAN code: IL 360205690000000222225
SWIFT code: MIZBILIT

JGive
https://www.jgive.com/new/en/ils/charity-organizations/53 -modal

If you donate through bank transfer or JGive, please be sure to mention it’s for the Vets for JSPCA Israel project.

Donate to J.S.P.C.A Jerusalem Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals NGO. With JGive, you can make a fast, easy, and transparent donation! Online donation is more convenient than ever before.

07/05/2024

As I mentioned, I posted looking for volunteers yesterday in the 2 vet FB groups I always use. The number of hateful comments I received about Israel was shocking. I immediately notified the admins and in seconds the comments were removed. They were amazing but those vets were disgusting!

I did get some interest which is good.

06/05/2024

I'm always so happy when I can post an update...it means something's happening!!

Despite the completely understandable cancellations by vets a few months ago, and the reluctance of others to come at this time...again understandable, I decided to post about our program in the 2 FB vet volunteer groups I recruit from. Why not, you never know!!

I got a lot of likes and some emails expressing interest. We'll see if anything comes of this, and I will of course keep you posted.

I took this picture the last time I was in Israel, which was too many years ago.

04/05/2024

We just ordered 10 new cages which is very exciting. Need them for when the vets start coming and our surgeries increase!

15/04/2024

Even though war rages on and the lunatics keep trying to kill us, we're continuing to fix the feral cats in Jerusalem. Donations are always welcome, and even if you aren't able to contribute, sharing this post and raising awareness of what we do is equally as important!

Hello. I'm Hindy Pearson, and I started Vets for JSPCA Israel. I work in con… Hindy Pearson needs your support for Spay and Neuter Feral Cats in the Holy Land

15/04/2024

I want to ask how you're all doing, but it sounds like such a stupid question. How can anyone be feeling when lunatics have devoted their lives to destroying Israel and killing all of us. I just hope you're safe.

On a happier note, the fixing of cats continues, and here's a picture of what preventing suffering looks like!!

11/04/2024

The last time I posted I was talking about how excited I was to go and volunteer in Israel. Well...for the first time in my life, I had to cancel a trip due to illness.

I didn't have a cold but had an eye infection (never happened before), an ear infection (not since I was a baby), coughing a lot (never happens) and throat on fire (only when I had covid).

Anyway, most of that cleared up by departure date, but I was left with blocked ears so obviously I couldn't fly.

We will re-schedule.

During that time I dropped the ball when it comes to promoting the program, so this is me picking up that ball.

You probably all know about the FB group Sword of Iron for volunteering in Israel. Chaya posts looking for volunteers for the shelter and a few have gone to help, so I think that's very exciting news.

Will update again soon!

11/03/2024

Hi everyone!

Here's what's going on behind the scenes.

We have a vet scheduled June 2-6
2 are interested July/Aug
1 is pretty much confirmed for later in Aug
3 are considering Nov

It's much too early for anyone to commit in terms of buying plane tickets, but all being well they're looking forward to coming

Don't forget about my "Get Fixed" campaign, which is just another arm of the fundraising I'm already doing. We're trying to help feeders who give so much of their own money to feed the cats, but can't afford the cost of having them fixed. Money we raise will help us ensure as many cats as possible get fixed, no matter what.

As always I encourage you to share as many posts as you can, and help us spread the word of what we're accomplishing.

We never lose sight of our mission to end suffering.

27/02/2024

When sharing our project with everyone, please mention they can also donate using this link for tax deductible donations. https://www.jgive.com/new/en/ils/charity-organizations/53 -modal

If they do, they must write the money is for Vets for JSPCA Israel.

Thank you!!

Donate to J.S.P.C.A Jerusalem Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals NGO. With JGive, you can make a fast, easy, and transparent donation! Online donation is more convenient than ever before.

27/02/2024

I'm excited to announce a new arm of our project.

I came up with the idea yesterday, because we have a couple of very experienced high volume vets interested in helping, and we need enough cats to keep them busy. While we are limited by space, I don't want to be limited by money.



Welcome to “Get Fixed” – an initiative of Vets for JSPCA Israel.

We’re raising money to cover the cost of spay/neuter surgeries, for some colony caretakers that don’t have the funds.

It’s important to note, most feeders care for multiple cats in their area (some even going further afield), and spend a lot of money on food. This means they often don’t have the ability to pay for many surgeries (if any), so while the cats are being fed, they are still breeding.

This campaign will help ensure cats still “get fixed” no matter what.

Each surgery costs 170 shekels which is roughly $47USD - $63CDN - £37 - €43

Any amount will help, and we are so grateful.

There are 3 ways to donate:

GoFundMe
https://gofund.me/c99c9077
If donating via GoFundMe, please let me know you’re donating for this project

JSPCA bank direct
United Mizrahi Tefahot Bank
Branch: Ramat Eshkol 569, Paran St. 5 Jerusalem Israel 97802
Client’s name: Jerusalem Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Account number: 222225
IBAN code: IL 360205690000000222225
SWIFT code: MIZBILIT

If you choose to pay via bank transfer, please make sure you clearly state it's for “Vets for JSPCA Israel” and message me so I can keep track.

JGive
For tax deductible donations. Please mention you are donating to Vets for JSPCA Israel so the money is earmarked for this project.
https://www.jgive.com/new/en/ils/charity-organizations/53 -modal

26/02/2024

More good news...can we handle it?

The shelter recently purchased a new anaesthesia machine. That means 2 vets can now operate at the same time, and more cats can be fixed.

Amazing!

25/02/2024

Good morning and time for an update!!

I emailed every vet that ever expressed an interest in our program, to get an update on their level of interest. I don't want a false sense of hope, seeing all the names of people who will never come!

I've heard from a few so far. Some have asked to be removed from the list, others are looking into flights.

So far we have...
1 vet confirmed for a few days in June
A couple of vets and maybe vet techs end July/beg Aug
1 towards end of Aug/beg Sept
2 in Nov who were originally scheduled for this past Oct
1 who recently returned from a trip to Israel, so considering coming the end of the year

2-3 others who are looking into dates/flights/insurance

Now would be a good time to share our fundraiser. We don't want to turn anyone away due to lack of funds. https://gofund.me/c99c9077

Donations can also be made directly to the JSPCA, but you must write it's for Vets for JSPCA Israel. Message me and I'll send you the details, and let them know to expect your very kind donation.

Thanks everyone!

We never forget who we're trying to help!

21/02/2024

Here's the link to the fundraiser, if you could please share with everyone you know!

Hello. I'm Hindy Pearson, and I started Vets for JSPCA Israel. I work in con… Hindy Pearson needs your support for Spay and Neuter Feral Cats in the Holy Land

19/02/2024

We may be low on vets due to the current situation, but we're still fixing cats!! Yesterday we managed 23, and today another 7. The rain made it a bit challenging because cats hide, but we're persevering!

19/02/2024

It's very important to show pictures of what we're trying to accomplish, in order to add legitimacy to this project.

Since I'm not in Israel, I have to rely on others to provide those pictures for this page as well as my GoFundMe page.

When you can, I would love pictures of the feral cats you come across, and pictures or short videos of them being trapped, dropped off at the shelter and released.

Thanks!

This picture is poor quality, but I took it of a cat I fed outside Givat Hatachmoshet.

16/02/2024

Even though we haven't had any volunteer vets re-commit yet, cats are still being fixed!

22/01/2024

We had an offer of help from an amazing vet, sadly the timing doesn't work because of Jewish holidays, and she's not free until the fall so we'll see. It's frustrating because she's the only vet who was fine going during a war because she's worked in many challenging environments.

We do have other vets who are still interested, but not feeling comfortable at the moment which is totally understandable.

08/01/2024

How is everyone doing? We have lots of interest from some very experienced vets for March, but it's too early to know if it will happen!

For those who are continuing to trap and feed, your pictures are always welcome so I can share. I know many people are wondering if cats are still getting fixed.

An old picture from my last visit right before covid.

10/12/2023

I wanted to share some good news. Today 17 cats and 3 dogs were fixed. There was some extra help in the clinic which is great news.

I'm so glad to hear that even though our vets weren't able to come (although they will!!), some surgeries are still taking place.

Apologies for the poor quality pic.

07/12/2023

Let's hope the candles on our menorahs light the way home for our hostages. Am Yisrael Chai!

15/11/2023

Hi, I just got this message and wondering if anyone can help. He sounds desperate but obviously there's nothing I can do other than post this to all of you. If yes, can you please contact him directly...thanks!

"hi I live in Jerusalem on "mishkanot" Street, and i hearing and seeing cat In the roof in front of my house the stuck there and crying for a few days almost a week, and I tried to help him and couldn't do it. please help me to help and save him 🙏 can you do it?
mishkenot Street in Jerusalem
in Nahlaot
it's not quite in mishkenot Street but you can come here and I will show you, please contact me fast as possible"

Here is a link to his FB page - https://www.facebook.com/michael.nicholls.397948

28/10/2023

Hi everyone,

Obviously our program is on hold. All our vets for Oct and Nov have cancelled. We do have a few scheduled for Dec, but I have no idea if they'll be able to or want to go so we'll have to see.

In the meantime I'm taking a step back. We don't run the program in Jan and Feb, and we already have lots of interest for March. With everything going on in Israel at the moment, there would be no point to advertise for help now.

I just want you all to know, we're so heartbroken and do what we can to offer support. We go to rallies, donate money, buy supplies and write to universities and other entities that allow hate speech. We say tehilim and write to families who have suffered unimaginable loss to show them they're not alone.

I hope you're all staying safe.

I will never give up on our spay/neuter initiative, I will be back publicising it when things calm down.

Am Yisrael Chai.

12/10/2023

I'm sorry, I should have taken a moment to check in and see how everyone is doing.

There's no excuse, but I've been glued to my phone since this nightmare started and haven't been able to focus on anything. We're so heartbroken for what you're all going through, feeling helpless but doing what we can to offer support.

Please do your best to take care of yourselves, and I know there's nothing I can say that will help.

Am Yisrael Chai.

04/10/2023

Is anyone here a vet tech in Jerusalem or know of one? Asking for a friend interested in studying and working in Jerusalem.

20/09/2023

I'd love new videos for IG please! It could be cats you see when walking around Jerusalem and cats you care for. Thanks!