工作目標：
一、 協助民眾認識、認同同伴動物之角色，進而提高同伴動物之地位，推廣「尊重、愛護我們的同伴動物伴侶，不離不棄」。
To educate people to understand and identify the role of companion animals in the society, in order to improve the status of companion animals; to promote our mission “respect and care for our animal companions, never betray."
二、關懷公立收容所內之同伴動物，督促政府致力改善公立收容所之環境及管理、人員素質。 To care for the companion animals in the public animal shelter and urge government to improve the shelter environment , system and qualification of stuffs.
三、協助收容所/流浪之同伴動物，透過送養機制使其重新進入家庭；老、弱、病、殘，則協助進行安養，使其得以終老。
To help homeless companion animals find new home through adoption system; to provide permanent caring and home for those old, weak, sick, disabled animals.
Taiwan Companion Animal Support Association (Taiwan
CASA)
Taiwan Companion Animal Support Association
(TCASA) is a non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to providing a
safe haven for cats and dogs that are in need of veterinary care.
Founded in 2013, CASA, as many of you know
means “home” in Spanish. Home is what this organization is for the 200 plus
animals on the premises. They are provided with food, shelter, care, and
medical attention. These animals are treated with the respect they deserve
while being showered with never ending love and affection. And most
importantly, they are given a sense of belonging, a place to call “home.”
CASA’s primary focus is to encourage
adoption
and educate the general public on the
importance
of commitment when caring for companion
animals.
Taiwan Companion Animal Support Association (Taiwan
CASA) – Site Information
CASA
is an organization dedicated to the welfare of animals under our care. We
strive to give each animal the attention they require. Every single animal that
comes through our door is given a name. Their profile carefully documents their
rescue history, medical records, and dietary needs.
On
site, there is an office space that serves as the administrative office,
storage space, and first-aid supply closet. Next to the office is the doggy
playground that serves as the exercise area for all our dogs. The rest of the
site is divided into five large areas: Meet and Greet, Paralysis Ward, Main
Yard, Side Yard, and Small Breeds & Hospice Care. The animals are placed in
the area most suitable for them according to their size, personality, and
health condition. The divided areas also serve as a safeguard in the event of a
contagious disease outbreak. Animals contracted can be quarantined within its
parameters in order to prevent further spread of the disease.
1) Meet & Greet:
When
guests first walk into CASA, the dogs in the Meet & Greet area will shower
them with so much affection that we have dubbed them the “welcoming committee.”
Most of the dogs in this area are of the larger breeds. Such as Great Dane,
German shepherd, and Doberman pinscher to name a few. The Meet & Greet is
located right next to the doggy playground, which makes it easily accessible
for these larger breeds.
2) Paralysis Ward:
As
the name suggests, the dogs in the Paralysis Ward are either partially or fully
paralyzed. These dogs require extra care and are given individual well-padded
beds for their comfort. Due to their paralysis, they are flipped from one side
to the other every few hours to prevent pressure sores. They get exercised
three times a day with either their personalized wheelchair or in a wagon. Many
of them are also no longer able to urinate or defecate on their own and are
therefore regularly expressed by our trained staff.
3) Main Yard:
The
dogs in the Main Yard are mostly healthy and able-bodied. Many of them,
especially the larger breeds are retired canine blood donors that have saved
many of our own.
4) Side Yard:
The
Side Yard is divided into three smaller sections: Backyard Area, Danny’s Area,
and Nat’s Area.
The Backyard Area serves as the
living space for the senior dogs. Due to their age, food and water intake are
all closely monitored and a few are administered intravenous (IV) fluids daily.
Danny’s
Area is named after Danny, a Great Dane that has crossed over the rainbow
bridge. Many of the dogs in this area require special care as they have heart
disease, osteoporosis, and/or blindness.
Nat’s
Area is also named after one of our Great Danes. The dogs here are considered
young in age and fairly healthy. It is our goal to rehome all the dogs that
comes through Nat’s Area.
5) Small Breeds & Hospice Care
The
animals in the Small Breeds area are able to roam freely within their space.
This close-knit group is only separated during feeding time in order to ensure
the meals are consumed properly.
The Hospice Care is where we fulfill our promise to the terminally ill animals. We want to make sure they are treated with dignity through their end of life care by minimizing their discomfort and distress with the help of pain medication and human affection. With their limited mobility and sometimes incontinence, around the clock care is essential for the animals in this area.
