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Animal Welfare Rocks!

2017 was a great year in helping spread the message on the importance of animal welfare in Barbados. The Animal Control Centre, along with a group of animal lovers, that included vets, dog trainers, The Ark Animal Welfare Society and the RBPF Canine Unit, held an outreach at Carter’s in Wildey in October 2017 for Animal Week (special thanks to Carter’s for sponsoring the event).

2017 also saw the start of Animal Craze, a weekly radio talk show about animal welfare. The series is aired Tuesdays at 7pm on the Beat 104.1 and podcasted.

Animal welfare is always a top priority for The Ark Animal Welfare Society, Hope Sanctuary, Barbados RSPCA, K9 Friends, The Mariyzayra Sanctuary and The HORSE Charity, who all continue to rescue and save the lives of animals in Barbados, and we are eternally grateful for their transformative work. We also want to acknowledge all the volunteers and special individuals who help animals.

Dorin Boyce who manages the magnificent Woodbourne Boarding Kennels in St. Philip, is a stalwart animal advocate who is not afraid to “tell it like it is” when it comes to animal welfare. Animal Talk (AT) caught up with her at Woodbourne, where she generously took time out to talk with us about her work, and even pose for a photo or two.

But animals also look out for human welfare. From national security, through to helping heal the broken soul after the trauma of war. So, it was a privilege for AT to interview Sergeant Moore and his team at the District A Police, Canine Section. You can learn about the work these dogs do in the Wagging Tails section of this issue.

It was also great meeting Tee Tee and Moss, two beautiful Amazon Parrots along with their owner, Rastafarian Martin Felix. He had a fascinating story to tell about these birds that he loves so much. Their feature is in Feathered Friends.

Earlier last year, AT connected with the Humane Society of Dominica before the devastating hurricane. Read about the incredible work the Society does to help animals in Dominica in Life At The Sanctuary, as we continue to pray that Dominica comes back stronger than before.

All this and more awaits you.

Gail Jewel Hunte

Christine Fell Copy Editor

After living in Barbados from 2012-2014 where she volunteered at The Ark, Christine Fell moved back to Canada and now calls Torbay in Newfoundland, Canada, her home. She is an excellent proof reader with years of experience. Christine is also passionate about animal welfare and about promoting the cause.

Sian Pampellonne Designer

Owner of Sian In Design Inc., an advertising studio that provides bespoke creative solutions across a wide range of industries with strategic marketing insight. As an Expressionist painter, her signature style, vivid colours and fresh interpretation is reflective of her world view. f/i: sianpampellonneartist / sianindesign • www.sianpampellonne.com

Karen Stiell Writer

Karen Stiell is a mother, writer and novelist. Originally from the UK, she now lives in Grenada and is one of the organizers of Grenada Sailing Week. Karen especially loves the different species of wildlife found in the Caribbean.

Dr. Laura Hutchinson Writer

Dr. Laura Hutchinson, DVM esmt CVA, and owner of Trinity Vets, is a veterinarian, and is also certified in the specialist areas of Equine Sports Massage Therapy and Veterinary Acupuncture. Listen to her on Morning Barbados as part of a series on animal care.

Wayne Norville Writer

Wayne Norville, joined the RSPCA at 13. He’s won many awards, including the Silver Medal from the RSPCA in England and Community awards in Barbados. Over the years Wayne has saved hundreds of animal lives making him a real champion and hero to animals.

Roseanna Tudor Writer

Roseanna Tudor is a champion for animal rights, and has been recognized for her community work by the Lions Club. She has a particular interest in the work of Service Animals, and how these special animals help people in so many different ways.

Mitchel Hird Writer

Mitchel Hird is a Marine, and Freshwater Biologist who has a special love of Koi fish. He operates Select Nishikigoi, a Japanese Koi Store in Barbados and offers design consultancy on large scale Pond and Aquarium Displays. www.caribbeankoi.com

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