SOSD is a voluntary welfare organization that
focuses on the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of Singapore’s street dogs,
management of the stray dog population and implementing programs that involve
rescue dogs that would contribute to the well-being of both humans and canines.
Rescue and Rehabilitation:
SOSD rescues stray and abandoned dogs which are housed either in SOSD’s
animal shelter or in our fosterers’ homes.
SOSD provides veterinary care (including sterilization), and provide
socialization and training so that the rescues become good canine citizens for
adoption in good homes. Dogs with
suitable temperaments are also selected for our Healing Paws program.
Re-homing: SOSD’s philosophy is that shelter and foster care are transitional and
our rescues should be re-homed to provide companionship and improve on the well-being
of society at large. SOSD carefully
screens potential adopters and provide post adoption support and counseling to
its adopters.
Trap, Neuter and Release: Through SOSD’s trap, neuter and release programs stray dogs are
sterilized and treated of pre-existing injuries and illnesses, before being
released to their usual abode (these are usually dogs kept by factories and
workshops).
Community Outreach: SOSD reaches out to students from pre-primary to tertiary levels through
programs which are tailored to students of different ages. These programs aim to increase social
awareness, inculcate a culture of kindness to animals and responsible pet
ownership. SOSD also aims to engage
students’ interests in volunteerism so that they will lead active community
lives that will contribute positively to the well-being of both humans and
canines in the society.
Healing Paws: This is SOSD’s core outreach program
whereby volunteers and dogs visit institutions such as children homes, homes
for the aged and hospices to provide comfort, companionship and joy to
residents. Healing Paws’ volunteers
makes about two home visits per week.
