They do incredible work! The dogs get great care at their facilities in Thailand. I had the honor of transporting 13 to the US for adoption. The whole process was so smooth. Everything was organized and way easier than I thought it would be.
Soi dog foundation do an absolute super job of saving thousands of dogs every year and promoting neutering which is absolutely essential in reducing the adult breeding population.
Education of our people is the way forward and encouraging a neutering programme.
Without them many thousands of dogs would be left suffering in agony.
Been following Soi Dogs work for several years, their work has made a big impact in animal welfare globally, from working with local government to ban dog & cat meat consumption in several countries to their focus on the most important task of spay-neuter and their successful overseas adoptions. They deserve all the support to continue these important tasks
Amazing charity and one that is so needed. God bless them for all they do for our four legged friends.
This organization goes above and beyond every day. Not only do they rescue many, many dogs and cats but they also work to spay ands neuter thousands of animals to reduce the overpopulation problem, in addition to working with the community for more humane treatment of animals. We love Soi Dog Foundation!!! And their outreach across the world is excellent. (This photo is Janis, the USA chapter president, at an outreach event in Portland Oregon.)
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I have donated to Soi Dog Foundation for years and recently adopted a dog from there (she arrived right before everything shut down this spring.)I cannot say enough great things about this organization. They really make a difference. From their spay/neuter program to their work to stop the dog meat trade and all the thousands of animals they have saved and helped, they are truly amazing. Even when we adopted our dog Banchee this year, the process with very thorough and we were impressed with how careful they are before they will adopt out an animal - from the right fit between the new family and the dog, to what to expect when adopting a former street dog, to the volunteers who conduct home visits. I wish all organizations were this kind. We will always support Soi Dog!!
Amazing work they do. Very personal approach and know my donation is going directly to help the animals
I love their work, both in Thailand and in the US. I am a dog rescuer myself and have personally seen their work in action! They are top notch and the gold standard ♥️
We adopted our Drossel from Soi Dog. They are reputable and do wonderful work taking care of the dogs and cats and educating the community.
Our sweet beagle Mary Ann came from Soi Dog and as a veterinarian, I volunteered at Soi Dog. They also trained 2 staff from my TNVR project in Myanmar on high volume spay neuter.
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I have followed this page through my sweet friend Janis that has put her heart into helping this foundation. If we didn’t have people like her these sweet animals wouldn’t have a chance at life❤️
It’s hard to put in words how much this organization means to me. Mali, my adopted Thai dog from Soi Dog Foundation, brings me endless joy. Beyond that incredible gift, the people of Soi Dog, and the community around it, are a treasure. I’m proud to know them, and the Foundation will always be a part of my life.
Special shout-out to the amazing Janis, who works tirelessly to grow the organization and engage its community.
It's a long story from I myself. Cut it short. Without the help of Janis from Soi Dog Foundation USA, I myself and babies are on the street now, homeless and without food.
Been forced to moved away as landlord sold the house and land. I was given 24 hours to move out. Well, I am begging to the shopkeeper that I usually getting babies food to give me time to look for a house. Well, finally I found a house, (more or less like a shed) , at least roof over our heads. Janis helped me to buy the fencing, food for babies.
2) Helped with babies with parvo virus outbreak and 8 died, the rest was sponsored and get treatment from the fund from Soi Dog Foundation USA
3) Recent, Saffira & Polar was attacked by my neighbour dog, badly injured, and now Saffira after shoulder blade readjustment, pus extraction, and now have to treat for mange, thank you to Janis for her help.
Countless time my babies were saved by Janis. Thank you.
The attached are photos of the house and babies .
This organization is very dear to me. They help ease the suffering of thousands of street animals from around the world. It's a drop in the bucket to the enormous suffering that takes place for these animals. But it makes a world of difference for the animals that recieve this care. Help them if you can.
Absolutely phenomenal nonprofit! Want to support a nonprofit where you can be assured your donation will support amazing work? This is the one to support! Miracles happen here!
Transparent . Have saved ,so many furbabies lives They truly care about the animals.I back Soi dog totally.
I am so impressed with the much needed work Janis and her crew do for man’s best friends. The love put into this organization is boundless.
Soi Dog Foundation is one of the top rescue organizations for stray dogs and cats. In Cambodia, I am a solo rescuer. I wish we had a Soi Dog Foundation in Cambodia, as well as in every other country.
Not only has SOI DOG FOUNDATION changed the lives of millions of dogs in Thailand, it has changed the mindset of the people of Thailand both native inhabitants and ex pats.
It was instrumental in banning the vile Dog Meat Trade, and sponsors many dog rescuers to sterilise the street dogs of Thailand.An amazing organisation.
I have been a supporter of Soi Dog for some time. I am so impressed with the wonderful work they do saving dogs in Thailand and helping to find homes for so many of them. Great animal charity!
A wonderful organization with a great leader. They have a broad mission, which they pursue with dedication and intelligence. Their accomplishments in neutering and spaying dogs and cats, rescuing many and give medical care and safe homes are exemplary.
The Southern Oregon Humane society has had the pleasure of partnering with the Soi Dog Foundation and we can definitely say they are top notch! They are a wonderful group of kind, committed, professional people and what they have been able to accomplish for the animals is truly remarkable.
Adopted a Thai street dog from Soidog—best experience ever. Great coordination and investigating of us and our home, including a zoom meeting. Lots of attention to matching the dog’s needs with our abilities .
Lots of support before, during and after the adoption. They knew the dog well, what she needed to thrive, and how closely we matched.
Amazing communication and organization all the way from Thailand to Seattle, and throughout the entire adoption process.
Just loved it. So much so I'm returning in October/November. Soi Dog is so well organised. Lovely staff and the dogs and cats are divine. One amazing experience. Would highly recommend it.
I volunteered for a few months, each year for 5 years ! The best dog rescue shelter, the highest standards and they make the volunteers so welcome and looked after.
I have visited Soi Dog Foundation 2 times over the past 5 years and think this is an awesome rescue. It is so well organized and the staff and volunteers care so well for the dogs. It is a must visit when you are in Thailand!
I have been to Soi Dog as a volunteer 3 times now. It has been a fantastic experience every time. I just love, love, love it there - it’s my happy place. Soi Dog foundation do such incredible work. I also sponsor a beautiful dog there.
I've adopted two Soi Dogs and volunteered for 5 weeks at the shelter. Both have changed my life for the better. The process of adopting was very well taken care of and I am really grateful to everyone who was involved in getting my babies home! The volunteering was one of the best and most rewarding things I have done in my life and I can't wait to come back!
Soi Dog Foundation is the most amazing place to volunteer. I have been there several times and am happy to assist such a fantastic organization that is doing so much to help dogs and cats find better lives. They are very active in trying to end the gruesome dog meat trade plus their neutering and education programs are invaluable as well.
Amazing! I can’t believe this is still happening. Thank you to all who have fought for this cause!!! Bob Swenson!
Take the words - "Making a difference in our community - to a whole new level. They are boundless in their efforts for the voiceless of Thailand and beyond.
Been to Phuket, Thailand twice and my greatest experience was volunteering at Soi Dog twice. Really gives you a sense of helping out. Will definitely go back!!!
Soi Dog delivered the best volunteering experience of my life - by far. Not only did I get to meet dozens of like minded, interesting animal lovers, but I got to hang out with as many beautiful dogs as I could handle. Having children aside, this was THE BEST experience of my life.
I have adopted a Soi Dog. Rocky. A tripawd. Sweetest dog ever. Thank you for giving him a chance. Thank you for all you do. Thsnk you for Rocky.
I'm in Thailand and help rescue dogs and I've personally seen what Soi Dog accomplishes each year! They are the BEST!
Adopter the sweetest 2 legged dog from this incredible rescue!!! She’s living her best life now and we owe everything to Soi Dog for saving her life!!!
This is definitely an experience for everyone's bucket list. The shelter has evolved over the years becoming an invaluable asset for the street dogs and cats of Phuket/Thailand. Very well run, super friendly staff, lots of amazing dogs to walk, cats and puppies to play with, so many volunteers to befriend and socials in the evening at local bars and restaurants. Once you've volunteered, you'll wish you'd done it sooner.
I’m always overwhelmed with the amazing work that Soi Dog Foundation do around the world. The world is a much better place with them in it.
If only everyone cared for animals the way they do. I can only imagine the blood sweat and tears that go into the work they do not to mention the massive neutering campaign it’s a wonderful achievement and relieves so much suffering of gods creatures.
I adopted my Flor from Soi Dog, and it was the best thing I have done in years. She is my best and closest friend -- loving, loyal and friendly to all. I am forever grateful to Soi Dog Rescue for giving me such a wonderful companion and for all the good work they do in Thailand and nearby. Without them, so many homeless dogs would not have a home and the care they need and deserve.
As Dog parents, it's really heart broken when we have seen sad stories for those animals that was abandoned by their owner and live on the street no quality of life. We have never expected that we could find some place like SOIDOG. After we visited SOIDOG sanctuary in Phuket, I really believe that SOIDOG is truly paradise for those animals that live in pain.
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Soi Dog is the best animal shelter in Thailand where animals are very happy. The shelter is very well managed. Staff is very friendly and helpful. It's a good place if you want to spend days to volunteer. Soi Dog is also the best place where you can adopt your furry bestie. Here's mine ;p
This is such an amazing organisation! The staff are doing their best to make sure that those desperate animals are in good hands and safe. My favourite corner is the off-lead area, where you can enjoy your time with a dog without a lead. Let the dog run and play freely. I cannot tell you enough how admired I am for Soi Dog!
There is no reason why this charity can't have a five-star from me. Amazing organization with amazing people. I've never seen an organization that cares for animals as much as Soi Dog does. I can't thank them enough for what they do for the animals. Please support them in any way you can. Donate, volunteer (RECOMMEND!), follow and share their posts!
I have been following and donating to Soi for many years. And I am very picky with my money! They are one of the few beyond reproach rescues. They truly make the most of every dime they get. And are helping more than just Thailand . They have Led the fight against dog consumption in many countries and are educating the younger generations in these countries. Outstanding organization. Wish they were all this good.
I am especially interested in animal welfare one of those I always make it a point to support is Soi Dog Foundation USA. The work Soi Dog does is just amazing. It started out as a modest organization to help the stray dogs and cats in one city in Thailand, and in a relatively short few years expanded throughout the country and Southeast Asia to address a wide variety of issues ranging from rescue to adoption to fighting the dog meet trade. It has even contributed to assist fallout from the invasion of Ukraine. Everyone I had dealt with from Soi Dog is a stand-up, honorable straight-shooter. Google one of the founders - Gill Dalley - to read her truly inspirational story!
In this day and age, it can be hard to know whether a charity is legitimate. But with Soi Dog, there's no doubt. They are exactly who they say they are, doing exactly what they say they do! Just read the reviews, annual reports or, even better, visit the shelter yourself to see their incredible work in action, as I have many times. The happy faces of hundreds of rescued dogs and cats will tell you everything you need to know!
Pure dedication and commitment towards ending the suffering of street animals in Thailand. Each and every animal at this shelter is loved and cared for so much and with over 1600 animals at the shelter this is just incredible. I am so glad this organisation exists. They are truly making the difference in Thailand that was so desperately needed.
I have been on the board of Soi Dog Foundation USA for several years now and could not be prouder to be a part of an organization that is truly making a difference for homeless, abused, and neglected animals in Thailand and beyond. They have saved sterilized and vaccinated over half a million (and counting) dogs and cats. It's a staggering number, more than any other rescue organization in the world. It is a true honor to serve. Soi Dog has saved countless street ("soi") dogs and cats from unimaginable cruelty and pain, providing life-saving medical care and loving attention to heal each animal, physically and emotionally, giving them a chance to be adopted to a deserving, loving home. Like Dreamer and Promo pictured here.
My dogs and my human friends just completed the June Walking Challenge. The organizers at SOI were remarkably available with instant supportive feedback and tech support as well. With an enormous amount of participants it’s really impressive how involved the administrators continuously were. The virtual bonding and motivation that transpired as a result of this unique fundraiser was very meaningful to all involved as evidenced by the updates and photos from participants from all over the US as well as globally. As a fundraiser for various rescue groups as well as a flight volunteer across continents, I speak from experience when I say that I highly recommend working with SOI Dog !
I was visiting Phuket and found a very ill dog. Someone suggested taking her to Soi Dog foundation, which I did, and they were FANTASTIC!!! They healed her! We stayed in touch and a friend of mine in Mass. said she would adopt her! "Cami" was flown from Phuket to the USA and I met her at JFK!!! She was the sweetest most wonderful dog, ever! She was transformed from a sick street dog to a beautiful house dog and lived a beautiful life! THANK U, SOI DOG!!!
Soi Dog is the greatest organization on the ground, changing the lives of dogs and cats in Asia and promoting their adoption abroad. Founded by John Dalley and his late wife Gill in 2003, Soi Dog Foundation is the largest dog and cat welfare organization in Southeast Asia. We eradicated the dog meat trade in Thailand, saving an estimated 500,000 lives annually. In 2020, Soi Dog reached the incredible milestone of sterilizing 500,000 dogs and cats; we spay, neuter and vaccinate more animals than any other organization in the world.
Soi Dog also rescues countless homeless dogs and cats barely surviving the streets (“soi”) of Thailand. Saving them from unimaginable abuse and neglect, we provide lifesaving care at our sanctuary. Once healed, thousands have flown to loving fur-ever homes in the U.S. and around the world. We are run by a collaborative, driven board who dedicates their lives to promoting Soi Dog’s mission, changing the lives of animals every day.
In the time I have spent engaged with Soi Dog USA, I have seen them facilitate so professionally the growth of their animal loving community and drive awareness of the animals in need in Thailand and throughout Asia. They put the animals at the forefront of their message and mission and make it easy for their supporters to make a difference!
Soi Dog is so amazing, many dogs and cats finally deserved happiness in their new loving homes! they are all healthy both physical and mental, the shelter in Phuket is so clean and well organized, a real paradise for dog and cat lovers, incredible!
I've lived in Phuket, where the Soi Dog shelter is, for close to three years now. Soi Dog have always helped me when I've reported animals in need (whether it's taking them in for treatment, spaying/neutering them, offering advice or visiting them on the streets to give them medication). Their devotion to street dogs and cats is unmatched, and the island is so much better for it. I always take visiting friends and family to the shelter for tours, and I've also adopted one of their cats. She was rescued after being hit by a car and is the best companion ever!
Sadly due to the covid situation we're not able to physically visit the shelter this year. But when travelling is allowed again, and we're allowed to come over. Soi Dog is on my #1 place to go first again! I've been a donor for a long time, and visited many times in the past.
This place is filled with great people and even in the lockdown times they have kept working so hard while keeping us always up to date with their great videos on their social media.
Can't wait to get back there! Love this organization!
I support this amazing organization whenever I can. I chose this organization because they show us that it goes to the good cause, lifesaving and treatment care of street animals and even help them find their loving homes! I fully respect their hard work and dedication to homeless animals.
I first visited the Soi Dog Foundation shelter in Phuket in December 2018 and have supported their work ever since. I truly dread to think what the state of animal welfare in Thailand would be without their tireless work. As well as rescuing and finding homes for thousands of street dogs and cats, sterilising hundreds of thousands more and fighting the horrific dog meat trade, they are creating real change by educating the next generation and helping to introduce laws to protect the animals. The scope of their work is huge, and it's incredible to see.
They’re a fantastic non-profit that work to help homeless animals, end the dog meat trade, and provide health care to street animals in Southeast Asia. It’s amazing what they do to help those who can’t help themselves.
They do amazing work getting to the root of the problem of stray dogs in SE Asia. And they have amazing volunteers all over the world who ensure that all dogs sent abroad have good homes in their new countries.
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Soi Dog is an amazing organization. They have made great progress reducing the street dog and cat population in parts of Thailand as well as taking care of sick and injured dogs and cats at their shelter in Phuket. They have also been instrumental in shutting down the illegal dog-meat trade and rehoming the dogs rescued from that trade.
Their shelter in Phuket, Thailand is an amazing place to volunteer. Aside from spending your days hanging out with, and helping to socialize, dogs and cats, it is a great way to meet other likeminded people from around the world. All the volunteers tend to stay in a town not far from the shelter, meaning there are always other volunteers to have dinner with or to see other parts of Thailand with on the weekends. The number of repeat volunteers is a testament to how amazing an experience it is.
Annie K: In my opinion, Soi Dog Foundation is the greatest organization out there. It is incredibly well run across the world with a “close knit-family” culture. SDF makes massive impacts on the lives of street dogs/cats across Asia, while campaigning to end the dog meat trade across many Asian countries where it is prevalent. SDF has a powerful social media presence and continues to grow its tremendous impact, year after year. Soi Dog is changing the world, and I’m honored and proud to support such an amazing institution.
I visited the facility while on vacation in Thailand 2 years ago and was blown away by how wonderful it is and what fabulous work they do there. These are truly incredible people.
Our Soi dog is our absolute best friend! I could not be more thankful to them for bringing us such a cherished member of our family. Janis has kept in touch over the years and is such an incredible person! Thank you Soi Dog for all of your selfless work to rescue these pups in need.
Volunteered many times at Soi Dog in Phuket. The professionalism, friendliness and work ethic of the staff, the care given to the dogs and cats and the exceptional surroundings in which they are kept sets this place apart from all other rescues I've visited anywhere in the world.
Amazing charity, running adoption, education and community programs and now fighting the dog meat trade in other parts of Asia. Highly recommend a visit whenever you can get there.
A wonderful charity that goes above and beyond to end suffering and improve the lives of thousands of street animals every year! They are truly changing the world for homeless animals.
I adopted Duangdara from Soi Dog Foundation a little over a year ago. Even though I live in the US the whole whole process although it took some plannung was easy and less expensive than I thought. I have the most beautiful, loving, sweet dog ever and she is the love of my life! Please consider adopting from Soi Dog. If you can't adopt please donate. They do so much and need the help!
20 years ago we came to Phuket, staying in the same wonderful resort we are now in. What distressed me so much then, was the number of street dogs roaming & often being badly treated by humans. I never forgot. Not too many years later I read of a woman called Gill Dalley who has started to reach out to these dogs - and cats - to care for them. The result is The Soi Dog Foundation. We support it financially with a modest monthly donation & I wanted so much to visit. So here we are in Phuket for the 2nd time & today we made that longed-for visit. What an amazing place! 800 dogs & 200 cats all being cared for, run by mostly unpaid volunteers, people dedicating themselves to looking after the resident animals. Many come in in poor shape, many have been damaged at the hand of man. Here they receive necessary veterinary care & operations, vaccinations, desexing, baths, meals, shelter & food. The are also mobile Soi Dog units travelling around Thailand desexing & neutering as many street dogs they can find. It is an amazing achievement & this is a happy wonderful place to visit. Some dogs are even adopted overseas - we met a Swiss couple who already have an adoptee from a few years ago. The tour is very interesting & the staff/volunteers welcoming. If you love animals, don’t miss coming here. You have plenty of opportunity to mix with the woofters & puss-cats to your heart’s content. And by the way, this one organisation has made a huge difference to the street dog population - so far, we have seen none. Only 1 stray kitty. And zero government support - all this achieved by donation & the hard work of volunteers, unsung heroes, all of them.
Gracie -- A Tail of Two Continents
Gracie was lying near death on a road in Thailand,
suffering from starvation, mange, severe wounds to her front legs and burns from scalding water poured over her. Luckily, she was found by a Soi Dog Foundation volunteer, brought to their shelter in Phuket and given immediate medical care. After many long months, she was finally nursed back to health.
I began searching for a dog on Soi Dog Foundation’s website. And I saw Gracie. She had the saddest face and seemed to be one of their worst cases. Something about her tugged at my heart and I fell in love with her. I began sponsoring her and following her progress, and as time passed, I grew more and more attached to her. I knew I had to find a way to make her part of our family! With the help of the remarkable people at Soi Dog, we worked out the best way to fly her to Canada. I took a 2nd job to raise enough money to fly her cargo to BC. Then Gracie relapsed and the flights were delayed. Finally when she was well enough again, and being reasssured that she wasn’t contagious to our other dogs, I took a leap of faith and had her flown to Vancouver . I still cry when I think back to her arrival. My heart was bursting as she came through customs and I saw her for the first time. That face! Now I could actually hold her in my arms and place gentle kisses on her head, as I’d dreamed of doing for months. What an angel! She was great with our dogs and cat from the start. She was so gentle, so sweet. We were truly blessed. For the next 8 months, she underwent treatment for demodex, which wasn’t difficult at all. She just needed time and patience. Thankfully, Gracie recovered and is completely healthy now. She will always carry the physical scars of her wounds, but with time and love, the emotional scars are fading. She is as playful as a puppy, happy and affectionate. She loves cuddles and having her face rubbed softly. She loves racing around the backyard, playing with her squeaky toys, and lying in our bed sleeping under the blankets. I can’t imagine life without her! She is truly a beloved member of our family, and we will adore her for the rest of her life. To view Gracie’s video, please visit:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjVJg-qDgOw&feature=share&list=ULRjVJg-qDgOw
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I first saw the horrors faced by dogs in Thailand and other areas of South East Asia in 2010, and I was shocked and horrified. Tragically most people around the world are not aware of what's going on there, including the mass populations of stray dogs, and the illegal dog meat trade. It was then that I heard about Soi Dog Foundation and the amazing work they are doing to better the welfare of cats and dogs there, to eliminate the stray dog population, educate the public, and fight the dog meat trade.
There aren't enough words here to express the depth of my gratitude to everyone at Soi Dog for the work they are doing for the dogs. The world is a better place because of them, and their dedication is outstanding. I am now a volunteer for Soi Dog and it is my belief that we will be able to change how some people in Asia think about dogs and that they will come to appreciate dogs for the special souls that they are. Without Soi Dog Foundations work, HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS of dogs would suffer deaths of agony and torture beyond most people's comprehension. Please support them and their cutting edge work to make this world a better place for mans best friend. Thank you.
I have been involved in animal welfare for over 30 years. Soi Dog Foundation is the best of the best!!
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Been at Soi Dog since 2012 to volunteer almost yearly and since 2014 proud daddy of an adopted Thai Street dog. Wonderful organisation which is doing a great job and has the scale to make the difference which is so hard needed. Reducing the number of street animals by active spaying and neutering all over the country, educate the local people on how to treat animals and also known in the region (Being South-East Asia) for all the work to fight the horrendous Dog Meat Trade.
I have very happily volunteered for this amazing organisation for several years now and I continue to be amazed by what they have done, and continue to do.
In just 15 years over 300,000 street dogs and cats have been steralized meaning the problem faced by Gill and John Dalley all those years ago when they arrived in Phuket and Soi Dog was born, is all but eradicated within the region, what a truly astounding achievement.
The wider reach of the work that has been undertaken over the years is now positively affecting thousands of street Dogs and cats and those animals from the horrific Dog Meat Trade.
Laws and attitudes have been changed for the better, forever.
To stand back and see the evolution of the Gill Dalley Sanctuary in Phuket, the state of the art hospital and the consistent and ongoing works to improve the lives of so many animals who have no voice of their own or a chance to survive and live happily and healthily without organisations like this is very humbling. They really are the very best.
I had my dog spayed with one of the mobile clinic, very professional, very efficient , all finished in one day .
Thanks for helping strayed dogs of Thailand.
This organisation has saved countless dogs and cats and given them new lives free from suffering. Run solely on donations, it has grown substantially by learning how to do fundraising right - sharing the stories of sick and injured homeless dogs and cats and showing animal lovers around the world how they can help them.
It is now running much-needed spay/neuter clinics with the street dog population in Bangkok, having already made such a massive difference on Phuket. Also running education programmes in the local schools so that hopefully one day, such organisations will no longer be needed and there really will be a society without homeless animals.
I started here as a volunteer 3.5 years ago and haven't been able to stop returning! They make life better for so many cats and dogs and do essential work such as sterilising and vaccinating around Phuket and Thailand.
Amazing charity helping tens of thousands of animals every year. Their sanctuary and hospitals must be the best anywhere.
I have never been more in love with a place. The work that this foundation has achieved is undeniably momentous. Growing up and knowing that so many animals were suffering on the streets of Thailand, tragically tortured and butchered for the dog meat trade, I sleep much better knowing that Soi Dog exists. The kindness that emanates from the shelter is overwhelming. I am so very pleased that I can be a part of it too.
When I first arrived in Phuket in 1999, the street dogs were a sad sight, many of them mangy, damaged, infected, blinded and otherwise suffering. They were everywhere.
The Soi Dog Foundation has done an astonishing job of curing the sick and injured and vaccinating and neutering tens of thousands of dogs on the island, to the point where the stray population has shrunk, I believe, by about 90 percent, and the remaining dogs are good looking, healthy and (with a few inevitable exceptions) friendly.
And Soi Dog hasn't stopped there -- it's continuing the work around Thailand, especially in Bangkok. I'm told the number of dogs vaccinated/neutered is now more than a quarter of a million. That must be a world record.
Soi Dog Foundation helps countless dogs and cats in need who would otherwise be left to suffer on the streets. Through spay/neuter, medical treatment, sheltering and education, thousands of dogs and cats are helped each year.
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I first visited the Soi Dog Foundation shelter in Phuket in October 2011 and I was instantly hooked and have now volunteered on three occasions. They are a wonderful organisation who does all they can to help the dogs and cats of Thailand. Their activities range from rescuing animals from neglect, cruelty or disasters (such as the Bangkok floods on 2011), sterilising the street animals, treating and housing those that need it and fighting the dog meat trade.
As a volunteer at the shelter I was able to bring joy to many of the animals by taking them for walks, grooming them or by just spending time with them. I feel the role of a volunteer at the shelter is an important one. It gives these animals the opportunity to trust people, which in turn increases their chances of adoption. I really felt that I was making a difference. You also develop some favourites and for me these were the old dogs. Most of them have lived on the streets their entire lives and it's wonderful that Soi Dog Foundation provides them with a place to live, food and medical care in their twilight years. It is so beautiful to be able to watch them relax in the knowledge that they are safe and loved.
I am very proud to be a part of this amazing organisation and plan to be involved for many years to come.
Words cannot describe how amazing this organization is. Just a quick look on their website shows impressive numbers of sterilised dogs and cats (over 300,000 now!), adoptions, sick animals rehabilitated back to health and dogs rescued from the horrific dog meat trade. They have a platinum seal of approval from GuideStar, so you know they are using donations in the best possible way, but not only that, I have volunteered at their shelter and have seen their incredible work first hand. Believe me, this place will astound you.
Visited this place two weeks ago and was incredibly impressed by the work the people do there. The person who did the tour with us was super informative and told us all about Soi Dog. Seeing the dogs and cats so well taken care for and knowing about the programs they run to end the suffering for the street dogs and cats in Asia is amazing. Amazing organization making a big impact for the animals in Asia.
Recently visited Soi Dog and was amazed at the programs they run helping homeless and neglected dogs and cats in Asia!
Just came back from volunteering at Soi Dog Foundation, walking and socializing rescued stray dogs. It was an amazing and very rewarding experience and I can't wait to go back.
The place is large, currently hosting around 700 dogs and over 200 cats and includes a fully equipped hospital. My first impression was how remarkably well all the animals looked and are looked after. The whole shelter is immaculately clean. But most impressive was the compassion of all the employees who seemed to know every animal by name and would always find the time for a cuddle and hello.
The team was also extremely welcoming and helpful to all volunteers and created a family atmosphere including everyone from the first moment on.
They not only do a fantastic job rescuing and neutering strays in Phuket and Bangkok, but also help to fight the dog meat trade and step in in other emergency situations.
Locally they are involved in beach clean ups, helping at the understaffed government pound and made the shelter a plastic free zone!
Highly recommend, I only wish I could have stayed longer!
I absolutely love this organization, every single one working for Soi Dog sincerely loves dogs and cats, and does everything they can to help them. I volunteered for two weeks, and fell in love with a dog that I have now adopted and is coming home with me to Sweden! Everyone is very welcoming and down to earth. You get a big family-vibe there, and everyone is always helpful with whatever you may need. I needed help getting some interviews and materials for my bachelor's thesis regarding animal welfare and got plenty of help. It's a professional and very giving organization that helps clean the beaches and sends volunteers to the government's dog pound to help out there. The volunteers are also so friendly and often stay for several months or have volunteered there before! I will definitely, definitely come back as well.
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Treat yourself to volunteering at Soi dog. It beats any luxury spa resort in terms of wellbeing.
From the minute you arrive you can feel the love from staff, volunteers and especially the many dogs in their care.
I have just paid my third visit in the past 4 years and time spent there is never enough.
For newbys the day starts with a tour by one of the very professional and friendly staff followed by a film giving a history of Soi dog. You will then be allocated a run where your role as a volunteer is to socialise, walk and generally enjoy your time with your dogs. There is a lake to walk each individual dog on a lead and a new addition of an off lead area, which the dogs love.
Each run has its own keeper who attends to their every need in terms of keeping the runs clean and the dogs, feeding and watering. It's heartwarming to see them clipping the nails, checking their ears and administering to their needs.
For me it was great seeing a state of the art clinic up and running which has every facility needed for the care and rehabilitation of sick dogs and also meeting up with friends who are just as devoted as 4 years ago.
I also love hanging out in the 2 air conditioned cat 'cafes' at the end of each day.
All in all a joyful experience
Many thanks Soi dog and all who work there
My third trip to Phuket Thailand to volunteer @ Soi Dog, Gill Dalley Sanctuary!
I cannot recommend it enough over the three times it’s just got better and bigger thanks to the support of so many across the world!
A wonderful staff and shelter run managers who help you get to know the routine for the dogs to help walk and socialise as many as you can during your stay and Plenty of cuddle time for the cats!
I have volunteered twice at Soi Dog Foundation in Phuket. Best experience ever! As a volunteer, your main task is to socialize the dogs, including taking them for walks. Some of the dogs are shy and not yet ready to go for walks, but just sitting with them helps them to learn that people do not mean them harm and slowly over time they learn to trust.
You can also spend time with the cats at the shelter.
Everything at the shelter is well-organized and the staff is very friendly and helpful.
I think Soi Dog Foundation is amazing. They are working tirelessly to improve the welfare of dogs and cats in Thailand and other Asian countries. Their work include sterilization- and vaccination programmes, medical treatment of sick or injured animals and adoption programmes. Soi Dog Foundation is also working towards ending the gruesome dog meat trade in Asia.
I highly recommend donating to support Soi Dog Foundation, adopting a dog/cat, or to volunteer at the shelter in Phuket!
I volunteered at the Soi dog foundation for a few days whilst I was in Thailand for a 2 week holiday with my partner.
This was my first time doing any form of voluntary work and I went into it not knowing what to expect.
I am so glad I did it, as it was one of the most rewarding things I could have done and one of the highlights of my stay in phuket.
We stayed in accommodation recommended by Soi dog in Naiyang Beach, where they will pick you up in the morning and drop you off back along with other volunteers.
The staff and other volunteers were so friendly and accomodating during our time. You are made to feel very welcomed and you can tell they definitely appreciate the help.
The introductory tour was very informative and helpful for your time there.
The majority of the volunteering involved socialising and walking the the dogs at the organisation. It was a bit daunting at first when you are assigned a pen with a group of dogs to look after but with the help of the staff and keepers it was such a great experience. You soon get to know each of the individual characters amongst the dogs and you will definitely come away with a favourite.
There is a lake area to walk the dogs and there are plenty of doggy bags and bins around. You can take your dogs into free run areas to let your dogs have a run around.
You can also go socialise with the cats during your lunch breaks and after you've finished your dog walks.
You also have the opportunity to meet other like minded people who are also volunteering. Most of the volunteers tend to stay around naiyang beach so it was great to meet in the evenings for food and drinks.
I would strongly recommend the Soi dog foundation to volunteer if you visit phuket.
I volunteered for a week at Soi Dog, and it was a great experience. Everything was very professionally run, and it was clear that the organization is making an important impact on the lives of street dogs and cats in Thailand, and in helping to fight the cruel dog meat trade.
As a volunteer, you are assigned to a "run" of ~20-25 dogs, which you are responsible to walk and brush each day. It just took a couple of days to really bond with the dogs and see them excited and happy to see you. You can also spend time with the many cats, who were also a lot of fun.
The other nice part about volunteering at Soi Dog was getting to know the other volunteers and the Soi Dog staff. I made many new friends from around the world, and there was a real sense of camaraderie between everyone, as we were all there to help the dogs and cats.
I can't recommend the organization and the volunteer experience enough. Really world class, and I am looking forward to returning again for a much longer volunteer visit.
I returned to Soi Dog in November 2017 for another week volunteering. This is my third visit and i’ll definitely be back. I am a big supporter as they are more than just volunteers playing with dogs and cats ... their education programs to Thai locals about caring for animals and giving access to emergency services for sick/injured dogs and cats is exceptional.
I personally love walking the dogs and spending one-one-time with them all. They love the attention too and you certainly get to know all their personalities :)
Each visit gets better and better, so many positive changes. The new hospital is top notch and seeing the plans for a new and improved cattery will make an enormous difference. It’s great seeing the adoption list wifh many of these gorgeous dogs finding there forever home around the world.
Please visit both as a volunteer or just a visitor to check it out!
I only spent 4 days volunteering at Soi Dog but wish I could have stayed longer. Such a rewarding experience, walking and spending time with the dogs.
A wonderful organisation that does an amazing job taking care of Thailand's street dogs and cats. They are also involved with rescuing dogs from the barbaric dog meat trade, desexing strays on a massive scale and educating the public about animal welfare.
I can't wait to go back again and would love to volunteer for a month or two next time. The animals are beautiful and love their walks and affection. Management, the staff/coordinators and fellow volunteers are welcoming, friendly and helpful. If you love dogs /cats/animals, are passionate about animal welfare and want to do something really worthwhile, then I would highly recommend volunteering at Soi Dog Foundation, it's a wonderful experience.
I spent 2 weeks at Soi Dog in December 2017. I wish I could've stayed longer, as it was such a positive experience for me.
The dogs were so lovely to work with - they were always so happy to be out for a walk, or just out for some one on one time with a volunteer. I also loved spending time with the cats during the day.
Soi Dog has made such a positive impact on the lifestyle for dogs not only in Phuket or Thailand, but across Southeast Asia.
If you are traveling to Thailand, make the time to spend at least 3 weeks (although any amount of time helps!) volunteering at Soi Dog.
We spent a week at this great organisation in December 2017. They are doing wonderful work and we had an amazing time. Can't wait to go back! Would recommend going here and support their cause!
Hola me llamo Quim i soy de Barcelona. Encontré Soi Dog via Internet ya que quería encontrar un sitio en Thailàndia para hacer un voluntariado con perros y vi que esa era la mejor opción, pero no me imaginé que sería tan guay y gratificante.
Empecé solo yendo para 4 semanas, i la alargué una más, luego dos más, y ahora vuelvo a estar aquí para fin de año después de hacer una pausa de 3 semanas viajando un poquito.
Es muy difícil irte y más decir un adiós para siempre porque siempre que pueda iré volviendo. Todo el staff es genial, los coordinadores de voluntarios, los keepers, los cuidadores, los veterinarios, las personas que trabajan en las oficinas.Todo está muy bien organizado. Tambíen Soi Dog ayuda a la protectora del Govierno que está a 10 minutos de Soi Dog, ya que ahí se necesita mucha ayuda, desde voluntarios hasta conseguir mejores condiciones para los perros.
Tambíen es increïble la ayuda que hacen con los gatos, y te dan la oportunidad de socializar con ellos.
En definitiva Soi Dog for life!!!!!!!!!!
Yenny Tanzino B4 (Jakarta, Indonesia)
It started w/ a X'mas holiday & when I was googling about Phuket, I found Soi dog is a place to visit advised by TripAdvisor.
I love dogs so much & I decided to spend a week there. Everything is so well organised. I love every moment of it. Volunteering @Soi Dog makes me get up early. I cannot stop crying on my last day there.
I love all the staffs too. They're very helpful. Definitely I'll come back.
Worked as a volunteer for Soi Dog for a week and loved it! This is a great non profit organisation that really makes a difference for cats and dogs in Thailand. Soi Dog is so well cordinated and such a friendly organisation that I recommend it to everyone. Being able to help animals in need is so rewarding and at Soi Dog you can actually feel that they really make a difference. Only thing I regret is that I did not stay longer. But I sure will come back!
I have spent a week volunteering at Soi Dog and i could not have asked for a better experience.
You get to help out socialising and walking the dogs in your run as well as cuddling with the cats, and by the end of your visit you don’t want to leave..
The connection you get with the dogs, and how well everything is handled by the staff there is amazing. You can really see the work they are doing paying off.
But, the foundation is dependent on help from both volunteers and donations. So if you have the possibility, please support them!
After a week of volunteering at Soi Dog Foundation in Phuket, just too short but it real broaden my vision and such an great experience & feel grateful I had made my trip here. Cant even find a single word to describe how much i love Soi Dog, how much i had learned from them (people & furry friends). Soi Dog Foundation impressed me very much, it is so organized. tidy, well equipped and especially people work there with so much passion towards the animals, they treat every furry friends very well in the center. They put so much effort and contribution for the animals. So PROUD OF THEM!
Thank you everyone of you and keep up the great work. I definitely will visit again soon!
During my stay in Phuket I decided to to volunteer at Soi Dog for a couple days. As staff is responsible for organizing adoptions, marketing, etc the volunteers are responsible to take the dogs for walks, socialize with them and as well as spending some time with the cats. After only a few days you have a great knoledge of your run and the dogs in it. You remember their names and how each should be treated. It's 8h a day with a 1h break. The team is so friendly and always there to help. You become friends with staff and other volunteers really quick. Looking forward to come back very soon!
I first volunteered at Soi Dog in 2014. Following a recent visit (Nov. 2017) it has changed significantly. There is the new Infimary building, a new walking area and the off-lead area, all of which are fantastic additions.
You can’t help but grow attached to all the dogs in your run and there are always one or two that are special to you. There are also the other volunteers who give so much to this experience. From a personal perspective I can’t recommend this enough, for a few days or weeks of your holidays you get so much more in return. Go on, you won’t regret it.
Soi in Phuket have neutered over 30,20 dogs& cats & give treatment to the locals animals. They are valued & respected by the local population.
I first discovered Soi Dog through Tripadvisor last year. After visiting the organisation I knew instantly that I had to come back for several weeks to volunteer here.
Fast forward one year and I am so gratful to have spent 5 weeks with Soi Dog. The dogs and people are so inpirational, there is so much love and good energy around the place. Although the 5 weeks flew by, I've never been happier! ❤️ Soi Dog
We volunteered at the SOI in Phuket this November but only for 4 days which was not long enough. It was the best experience of my life and we felt honoured and privileged to be a part of this amazing organisation. Naturally fell in love with all the dogs and are adopting Sammie back to the UK in a few months. Staff are great and so passionate about the dogs. What SOI has achieved is outstanding but they still have a long way to go and we all need to support them with their plight.
I'll definitely be going back. It captures your heart. xx
I volunteered with Soi Dog, Phuket Thailand in October 2017. I had found this organization while planning my trip to Asia on TripAdvisor where it ranked very high in places to visit in Thailand. After spending 4 weeks volunteering, I fell in love with each of the 27 dogs in the run that I had been assigned. Each run has "keepers" that care for the animals every day. The keepers care for the dogs in way that I have not seen in any American shelters back home. They dogs are well fed and bathed weekly by the keepers. As a volunteer, my only task was to walk the dogs and socialize them so that they are comfortable with human companionship. Most of these dogs come from neglect, abuse, and cruelty at the hands of humans.
For anyone who is looking to contribute to a cause greater than themselves, I highly recommend this organization. They value their volunteers and are grateful for any amount of time that the volunteers can give. Please consider this organization if volunteering is something that interests you. You will not regret making this choice. I plan on coming back every year as Soi Dog has become my home away from home.
I never imaged that I would enjoy my week at Soi Dog Phuket. I had seen some terrible photos of some dogs that made me sick of what some people could do to these street dogs in Thailand. I eventually did the tour and decided to help out in the Old Aged Pensioner runs for the rest of the week (4 days). This place is just so amazing and the dogs are there greeting you each morning to take them for a walk. You just fall in love with them all after hearing of their stories. To volunteer here is a rewarding experience and time really well spent. The organisation and volunteer co-ordinators welcome you and made you fell right at home while your there helping out. Thank you for doing something for the dogs (and cats) of Thailand.
Spent a week volunteering at Soi Dog with my husband and 2 teenage daughters, it was amazing to be part of such a worthy organisation. Soi Dog makes a difference to a dog’s life every day.
This is my third time at the Soi Dog Foundation in Phuket.
The organisation and the people who run it are amazingly inspiring.
Unlike most charities, 90% of funds raised goes straight to animal welfare projects.
John Dalley, the co-founder, is on hand most days to answer questions about Soi Dog and the progress made in animal welfare in Asia.
If you love dogs and want a rewarding working holiday, head to Mai Khao and the Soi Dog shelter. You will be made to feel welcome by the dedicated team of Volunteer co-ordinators and the 500 + dogs who call Soi Dog home!
Most volunteers find themselves already planning their next trip before they leave.
I will not be able to return for the foreseeable future as I am adopting a dog, Frostbite, who will be coming home with me in 3 weeks time!
After visiting Soi Dog 3 times, and then coming to stay in Thailand for a year, I decided to volunteeer, and what an amazing humbling experience it has been, all the work hard, love and commitment that is shown to the cats, dogs and even the duck is first to none, not one day of my 3 weeks stay, was I not eager to get there, I even drove 1 hour 10 mins each way from where I was staying and even that did not put me off, I have enjoyed every single second and I hope that they will have me back in March for another 4 weeks stay. An amazing organisation, give it a try, you will love it
My name is Stefan from Germany, i just arraived in Puhket on the 7th of october and met someone who was volunteering already for a while at Soi Dog Foundation in nai yang. i never had any experience in dog care before. So i did a tour around the organsisation and was pretty sure i wanna be a part of this! It is a amazing feeling to help and social the dogs! i spent one week with teeager dogs and it was definitely to short! i will go travel a bit and think about to do something like this every year! specially around asia! i appreciate all the work in here! The main stuff plus volunteers are very friendly and it was a pleasure for me! THANK YOU ALL!!
My friend Jehanne and I had the pleasure to volunteer with Soi Dog for a week and to be honest one week is not enough. I had no experience with dogs and I was even a little afraid of them, but Jehanne really wanted to do this experience, so she dragged me in and that completely changed my point of view. We had so much fun with walking the dogs playing with them and trying to socialise them. We learned that a dog isn't just a dog and it was so amusing to see the different type of temper. I think it's impossible to go out of this experience without any affection for them after such an intense week.
Soi dog is a really outstanding organisation with passionate people who care a lot about their little friends in need. I think every dogs lover should do this experience at least once in their lifetime.
We are so sad to leave our new friends.
Thank you so much for this amazing experience and hope to see you soon again
With all the best wishes
Jehanne and Helena
I discovered Soi Dog Foundation through a post on Facebook in 2015. I was needing to find something positive that would make a difference. I volunteered for 3 weeks even though I wasn't sure working with street dogs was for me. It was such a rewarding experience, that I've been back every year since. Yes, it can be a little confronting, but the dogs really appreciate your company and most, not all, love to go for a walk with you and get some personal attention. Socalising them is so important as it helps them become adoptable. Sadly, for various reasons some spend the rest of their lives at Soi Dog, but they are loved and cared for. I highly recommend volunteering, it's so rewarding. ....and you will want to come back!
My girlfriend and I spent a week at the Soi Dog Foundation in Phuket, Thailand, and we loved every second of it!
It was great to see how well managed the organization was, and how smoothly it operated given the amount of Dogs and Volunteers. The animals are well cared for (and very loved!) and donation money is definitely being put to good use.
Couldn't recommend these guys enough!
-Corey & Dez
An amazing foundation providing much needed support to our Canine and Feline friends in Thailand and beyond. I cannot thank them enough for the opportunity to volunteer with them and would 150% recommend them to anyone who would like to give back. The staff, facilities and support provided were fabulous. The real deal!!
i have spent 2 weeks volunteering with Soi Dog and have found the experience to be highly rewarding. Within the first week my co-ordinator spent a lot of time with me and introducedme to each dog and gave me a background on them to insure that i was well prepared when i walked them and was in the run alone with them.
an amazing experience where i spent three weeks getting super attached to 28 loving souls that were rescued from the dog meat trade in Thailand. the staff are amazing individuals who's life revolves around the dogs and cats at Soi Dogs. i would recommend this organisation to anyone and everyone!
I decided that I wanted to volunteer at SDF to give them something in return for two beautiful dog meat trade dogs that I adopted from them. I volunteered for one week, but plan to come back very soon.
The shelter is home to many dogs and cats that are very well cared for by dedicated staff.
I feel honoured to be able to say that I spent a week here. The dogs truly benefit from the interaction with humans!
We visited Soi Dog whilst travelling through Phuket. After seeing the beautiful animals and amazing things that the staff and volunteers were doing we couldn't wait to sign up. It's been the best experience of our travels and we extended to stay another week. Fell in love with the wagging tails and smiles in the morning. Soi Dog have been doing fantastic things so far with passion to do more in the future. Well done to all involved!
Soi Dog’s record is well known and a full picture of their activities can be found on their website at www.soidog.org. I’ll limit my comments to my experience as a volunteer at their Phuket shelter from February to May this year, particularly how the organisation helps the volunteer get on with the job.
Transportation is provided from three pickup points in the town of Nai Yang without which getting to the shelter would be a time consuming and expensive exercise.
There is a Monday morning briefing to all volunteers enabling the new ones to meet their buddies and for everyone to hear any news or change to protocols.
To look after our wellbeing in a sometimes hostile climate lunch can be ordered, paid for by the volunteer. The following are provided for free – tea, coffee, filtered water, electrolyte replacement powders, sun screen, insect repellent. Taking a break in the shade or air-conditioning is encouraged.
Weekly presentations are held at lunchtime from a senior staff member eg dog meat trade situation, status of hospital and shelter, strategy and finance.
As a long term volunteer I was asked to keep my eyes open for anything that may be of concern. Any points raised were discussed and in many cases implemented immediately. Before departure everyone receives a debriefing to air their views. I left them with a list of suggestions – I’m confident the relevant ones will be in place by the time I return next week. Also that rejected ideas will be explained.
I’ve been involved in animal welfare for many years. Nowhere have I seen the commitment and passion I’ve experienced here. There is transparency at every level, we are informed and cared for.
I have just spent 2 weeks volunteering at the Soi Dog Foundation in Phuket, Thailand.
The experience was truly amazing. The staff were so welcoming and informative.
The first day started with a tour of the animal shelter facility followed by a heartwarming video and it also explained how to handle the dogs in this environment.
The following days were filled with socialising and walking the dogs. Each run contains a large number of dogs that the volunteers are responsible for.
It was fabulous to see them progress throughout my stay and to enable a relationship to be built on trust and loyalty.
The dogs are walked each day to enable them to be more social which increases their chances of being adopted all over the world.
The day starts at around 09.15 through till 16.00hrs. Lunch is 12 - 13.00hrs of which you can place an order. Vegetarian options included.
There are also many cats that require socialising which are in large runs. It was great just to sit down to stoke them and play with their toys!
It is an experience I will never forget. It was just fabulous to be surrounded by like - minded people who were just as passionate about animals as I am.
If you want a worthwhile, relaxing and unique experience caring for neglected and abused street dogs and those rescued from the dog meat trade then the Soi Dog Foundation is the place you need to visit!
Have a great trip!
Jasmine
I volunteered with Soi Dog with a friend for 3 weeks. The organisation was very honest and open about all the work they do and their plans for the future; meaning volunteers are really made to feel involved, useful in many ways and like a valued asset!
The experience was extremely fulfilling and in many ways, educational. I learned to how to work and behave around dogs of all needs independently, while being given lots of support throughout my time there. With everybody who's working there having the animals at their best interest there's a real community style environment.
It's astounding how much has been achieved through the work of Soi Dog on public donations alone!
I would definitely recommend people to volunteer here for as long as possible, sponsor an animal or adopt one!
Had an amazing 1 week stay at Soi Dog. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and the facility was run amazing well and efficient. The keepers work passionately and attentively with the dogs, you can see they really care. Everyone together is working to the benefits of the dogs and cats there, it really is an amazing team. All I can say is go and do it! And support them in anyway possible.
This organisation is the one other animal welfare charities should take inspiration from. A no-kill shelter that rescues thousands of street animals every year and the ONLY organisation actively doing something to end the dog meat trade in Thailand.
A visit to their shelter is an experience you will never forget. No egos here, just compassion. Proud to support them.
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I have worked for years in animal welfare and this is one of the most well thought out and well run shelters I have ever visited. Soi Dog has done so much for the street dogs and cats of Phuket and further afield, not only through their rescue work but through their very important spay and neuter programme, which has seen a massive decline in stray animal numbers throughout the island. In addition, they frequently run mobile sterilisation clinics further afield, to help reduce animal population numbers in other areas of Thailand.
They are also making huge strides in their fight to end the illegal dog meat trade and funding shelters that house thousands of dogs rescued from being skinned and boiled alive.
Soi Dog has impressed me from the beginning and felt compelled to become a monthly donor. I give with confidence knowing how dedicated they are to the cause of stray cats and dogs. There are no high payed directors or executives at Soi Dog all goes to help animals!
Soi Dog has played for the first time ever in history something that no other org have done before. The Dog Meat Trade industry is under the eyes of the entire world thanks to Soi Dog and leaders from governments, global organizations and supporters all around the world now are aware of whats going on.
At Soi Dog there are no egos. Everything goes to the dogs and they operate at one of the lower % operating costs in the world.
A highly and trusted organization to support.
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I have been involved with Soi Dog for ten years. I have seen them grow to where they are now and am constantly blown away with what they have acheived. I have volunteered at the shelter many times and it is so much nicer than what our dogs have here in the states. I have 2 dog meat trade survivors from Soi dog that are such wonderful dogs. This really is such a great organization to be involved with.
I was present at Soi Dog on Friday when 27 lucky dogs rescued from the horrific dog meat trade by Soi Dog arrived at the shelter. It was an emotional moment to see these previously brutalised dogs greet their saviours with licks and wag their tails despite the horror that they have been through. With the support of animal lovers, the amazing people at Soi Dog will now treat, rehabilitate and socialise the animals before finding them forever homes accross the world. This charity does amazing work, and needs all our support to make a life saving difference to animals that cannot help themselves.
Soi Dog makes a difference every day in a myriad of ways. Caring for and treating animals that are referred to the Shelter, sterilizing programs, fighting to end the Dog Meat Trade, socializing and placing dogs and cats in loving homes all over the world as well as raising awareness of animal rights. Management, staff and volunteers share a common approach and ethos - it's all about the lovely animals! There are no flashy vehicles or facilities but the treasure that exists in this corner of Phuket, Thailand, is priceless!
Soi Dog represents to me the perfect example of a charity that hasn't got bigger in the wallet but in the heart. So many dedicated volunteers one barely sees anymore in most charities. A perfect case of how a charity can change the world - well done Soi Dog!
Love Soi for helping THESE POOR DEFENSELESS ANIMALS FROM THE ATROCITYS THEY would have sufferd if Soi didn't step in . Please Donate and help this Great Cause . God Bless you all
SOI DOG FOUNDATION,
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SAVING ALL THOSE DOGS, YOU ARE MY HERO'S!
GOD BE WITH EVERY LITTLE DOG IN DESPERATE NEED OF COMMPASSIONATE, CARING HUMAN BEING.
Dog Advocate
Soi dog should be the global example and the one to follow of what an animal rescue organization should be. Starting from their no-kill shelter policy, the fact that all management and senior level officers are all NON paid people and the unprecedented low operation cost shows an honest, humane and professional way to face the very complex challenges they face every day.
I've donated, I donate, I've volunteered, I volunteer and I will continue supporting Soi Dog in any and all the possible way.
My respect to Soi Dog.
We visited the shelter in January 2015 with no intention of adopting. We were very impressed at all the work they are doing and found the experience to be life changing, not least as we ended up adopting a dog saved from the street, Smoocher. All the staff are very dedicated and their attitude to animal welfare is second to none. No one has the resources to rescue and house all the street dogs and those rescued from the meat trade and they do their utmost with the facilitates at their disposal. We will now visit the shelter every year to show our support to the fabulous work they do.
I had heard of Soi Dog before I visited but had no idea what to expect. It was way bigger than I imagined with around 400 dogs. I was so impressed with the hard work and dedication of everyone there. From the dog catchers to the vets, the office staff and the rest of the volunteers. It is a very clean environment full of lots of happy dogs.
Sure each dog has its story as to why it is now at the shelter, but as a volunteer you focus on making a difference to each dogs life and that is what counts now.
I initially came for 4 days and couldn't leave! It has been the most rewarding experience of my life :-) I would recommend it to anyone.
Soi Dog Foundation is a model for humane dog care and sheltering in Southeast Asia. SDF runs a highly efficient mobile sterilization program, provides high-quality veterinary care and an overseas adoption program. Every dog and cat who enters the shelter is provided top notch care- radiographs, abdominal ultrasounds, orthopedic procedures. There is no other program for stray dogs like it in the world. I highly encourage anyone interested in animal welfare to give this charity a visit!
I live in Phuket and am eternally thankful for everything Soi Dog does for the street dogs and cats here. Without them, the animals would get no medical treatment, would not get sterilised, would not be eating properly, and would have no hope in life. The selflessness of the founders of Soi Dog, Gill and John Dalley, is just incredible. Since they started their animal welfare programme here, the number of street dogs and cats has reduced significantly, and Phuket is apparently the only province in Thailand which is officially rabies-free, directly as a result of their work. I hope and pray they can roll out their operations to other parts of Thailand.
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I have volunteered at the Soi Dog shelter in Phuket several times over the last four years. The staff and volunteers do an incredibly selfless, compassionate and professional job on a shoe-string budget, caring for all the street dogs and cats that come through the doors every day. Without Soi Dog, these animals would remain untreated and on the streets, without anyone to help them. Those animals that can fend for themselves are treated and when recovered, returned to their territory on the streets. Those that will not be able to fend for themselves are put up for adoption. Soi Dog also operates an island-wide sterilisation and vaccination programme for stray dogs and cats, and to date has sterilised and vaccinated over 71,000 animals, which is over 70% of the stray population. By 2015, the stray population will be officially under control. This has societal benefits in the way of significantly less strays on the streets, but also clearly benefits for animals themselves; fewer strays means less suffering and pain. Soi Dog will then embark on the same programme in Bangkok, where there are an estimated one million strays. Soi Dog also runs educational programmes for children and local communities, teaching how to properly care for dogs and cats. And Soi Dog has almost single-handedly put an end to the illegal dog meat trade between Thailand and Vietnam. At its height back in 2011, an estimated 500,000 dogs were illegally smuggled from Thailand through Laos and into Vietnam each year, destined for the dog meat restaurants of Hanoi. This figure is now down to a few thousand a year, and falling all the time. It is to me quite incredible that such a small organisation is making much a big difference to the welfare of dogs and cats in Thailand and increasingly other parts of South East Asia. Soi Dog seems to tackle those big issues that others don't want to touch. It's just an incredible organisation.
I have been following SDF via Facebook for the last couple years. Being an avid traveler, I decided that my next trip would be to Southeast Asia so I could volunteer at Soi Dog. Finally last month, the opportunity presented itself and I was able to make it to Phuket. I was able to stay for a couple weeks and fell in love with so many animals while I was there! Right from the start, everyone was so welcoming and the facility was very organized. They had an area for visitors, a group tour, and tons of information describing the need for their work in Thailand and all of Southeast Asia. The tour was so informative and Diana was a pleasure. She answered all of my questions and more importantly, we got to spend time with the animals! Afterwards, I was allowed to take some of them for walks around an onsite trail. We also got a sneak peek of the new hospital being built--how lovely and exciting!!
The next couple weeks were spent in a designated 'run' working with the same dogs everyday. Lunch was ordered daily and they even arranged transportation for me to and from Soi Dog which was a huge help as I wasn't comfortable driving on my own. Soi Dog made it easy for me to spend time there and I had the greatest time. I can't imagine how much work goes into running a shelter that is so big with so much staff!! Everyone works really hard and you can see their passion from across the room. I would definitely suggest to anyone that had the opportunity, go here and donate your time, you won't be disappointed!
Having volunteered at Soi Dog for a year gave me the most rewarding experience in my life. Seeing animals coming in sick, mistreated or wounded and after that seeing them recover and eventually adopted. I can tell you from the bottom of my heart, there is no better feeling. Spending time with the dogs and cats at the shelter feels really good and very rewarding, especially when you know what happenend to them in the past. They still trust you, go for walks with you at the shelter and love cuddling. One of the best organisations in the world that is doing something for the dogs and cats in Asia! Even if people from overseas can't help by volunteering, adopting or fostering. Donating only one dollar already helps. Keep supporting this charity, as it is making a big difference!
I visited this charity recently as I was curious to see where my money was going. I am so glad I took the time out of my vacation to do this as everything I saw and learnt far exceeded my expectations, so much so that I will be doubling my monthly donations.
The animals are incredibly well cared for and happy. The volunteers work tirelessly, often in searing heat or tropical downpours. The sheer numbers of animals spayed/neutered and medically treated each month is staggering (my tour guide said they average about 1,200 animals EVERY MONTH). They have a high level of adoptions, including overseas, which was also so good to hear.
What's more, every local person I met on the island - whether Thai or Western - had nothing but good things to say about this amazing charity. Many people that care for dogs at temples or on beaches etc are provided with food by Soi Dog. There is nothing this charity hasn't thought of when it comes to doing the best for Phuket's animals.
I wish more people would take the time out to visit and see for themselves. They too would be donating.
Having volunteered three times at this shelter I could not think of a better place to spend my time. The animals are well cared for and loved and thousands more around Phuket are helped every single day. Some of the rescue stories are heartbreaking but to see these dogs fully recovered just highlights the importance of the work being done by Soi Dog.
As a donor, I came to this site seeking more information on Soi Dog's mission and activities. Please take the time to read the comments from Soi Dog in response to the two- and three-star reviews below; they thoroughly and sensibly address the concerns expressed. If you have time, please also read the many reviews from volunteers who have experienced the excellent and inspirational work of this charity. I am pleased to continue donating to Soi Dog, and only wish I could do more for them.
Review from Guidestar
Hello, Soi Dog, you are NOT answering the question directly. The question is: ARE YOU PUTTING DOGS BACK ON THE STREET? Just answer the question.
Has anyone got an answer to the questions about releasing these dogs and cats back to the streets where the meat traders are waiting to grab them again? I also donate and would like an answer to this.
leonard 04/10/2015
Hi Jay, Soi Dog has several key programmes, one of these being fighting the dog meat trade and another our wide scale sterilization and vaccination program. The situation in Thailand and other countries in SE Asia is completely different to what is encountered in western countries. SE Asia is home to literally millions of stray dogs and cats. Bangkok alone home to well over 500,000. It is neither practical nor desirable to remove this number of animals from their territories. Sterilization is the only effective and humane method of addressing the root cause of street animal suffering in Asia – this being over population. It has been scientifically proven that once 75 to 80 percent of a population is sterilized significant reductions in population begin to occur. Methods such as killing animals or rounding them up and placing them in pounds or shelters has no effect whatsoever on the overall population. In fact removing them makes the situation far worse as unsterilized animals simply move in to take advantage of the now available food sources and the endless cycle of breeding continues. CSVR (Capture, sterilize, vaccinate and release) programs have been proven to be the only effective method of achieving lasting, positive changes. Soi Dog sterilizes on average 1200 animals each month and has in total sterilized over 75,000 dog and cats to date. (You can read more about our CSVR program at: http://www.soidog.org/en/spay-neuter-program/) Soi Dog operates its CSVR programs in areas where the dog meat trade does not occur - out of Phuket (where the foundation is based), nearby provinces and in Bangkok. The dog meat trade operates further north in northern and northeastern Thailand. (In other words dogs which we sterilize are not at risk of becoming victims of the trade) Dogs rescued from the dog meat trade are taken to shelters near Bangkok financed by Soi Dog. At present approx. 1500 dogs are cared for at this facility (Buriram Shelter), costs involved being approximately $33,000/month. We also run an active adoptions program there, which has seen many dogs adopted both in Thailand and internationally.
I fully agree with Gina1958. I have donated as well but want to make sure the animals are NOT being put back on the street after care?!! Please confirm that is not the case ASAP!
Thank you!!
leonard 12/22/2014
Hi CLKM, Soi Dog has several key programmes, one of these being fighting the dog meat trade and another our wide scale sterilization and vaccination program. The situation in Thailand and other countries in SE Asia is completely different to what is encountered in western countries. SE Asia is home to literally millions of stray dogs and cats. Bangkok alone home to well over 500,000. It is neither practical nor desirable to remove this number of animals from their territories. Sterilization is the only effective and humane method of addressing the root cause of street animal suffering in Asia – this being over population. It has been scientifically proven that once 75 to 80 percent of a population is sterilized significant reductions in population begin to occur. Methods such as killing animals or rounding them up and placing them in pounds or shelters has no effect whatsoever on the overall population. In fact removing them makes the situation far worse as unsterilized animals simply move in to take advantage of the now available food sources and the endless cycle of breeding continues. CSVR (Capture, sterilize, vaccinate and release) programs have been proven to be the only effective method of achieving lasting, positive changes. Soi Dog sterilizes on average 1200 animals each month and has in total sterilized over 75,000 dog and cats to date. (You can read more about our CSVR program at: http://www.soidog.org/en/spay-neuter-program/) Soi Dog operates its CSVR programs in areas where the dog meat trade does not occur - out of Phuket (where the foundation is based), nearby provinces and in Bangkok. The dog meat trade operates further north in northern and northeastern Thailand. (In other words dogs which we sterilize are not at risk of becoming victims of the trade) Dogs rescued from the dog meat trade are taken to shelters near Bangkok financed by Soi Dog. At present approx. 1500 dogs are cared for at this facility (Buriram Shelter), costs involved being approximately $33,000/month. We also run an active adoptions program there, which has seen many dogs adopted both in Thailand and internationally.
I really thought that when you show pictures of hundreds of dogs crammed into crates off the back of trucks, that you help these animals get a fresh start. Do you actually rescue those animals or do you pick up strays, fix them up and put them back on the street? I'm a bit confused by your ads and your most recent comment to one other viewer that you give vet care, sterilization and then just put these animals back out in "their home" area. The individuals picking up these strays to torture and kill for meat will just pick these animals right back up. So this makes absolutely no sense. I've purchased billboards, but to what avail if those dogs aren't the ones actually being rescued and found homes for.
leonard 12/19/2014
Hi Gina, Soi Dog has several key programmes, one of these being fighting the dog meat trade and another our wide scale sterilization and vaccination program. The situation in Thailand and other countries in SE Asia is completely different to what is encountered in western countries. SE Asia is home to literally millions of stray dogs and cats. Bangkok alone home to well over 500,000. It is neither practical nor desirable to remove this number of animals from their territories. Sterilization is the only effective and humane method of addressing the root cause of street animal suffering in Asia – this being over population. It has been scientifically proven that once 75 to 80 percent of a population is sterilized significant reductions in population begin to occur. Methods such as killing animals or rounding them up and placing them in pounds or shelters has no effect whatsoever on the overall population. In fact removing them makes the situation far worse as unsterilized animals simply move in to take advantage of the now available food sources and the endless cycle of breeding continues. CSVR (Capture, sterilize, vaccinate and release) programs have been proven to be the only effective method of achieving lasting, positive changes. Soi Dog sterilizes on average 1200 animals each month and has in total sterilized over 75,000 dog and cats to date. (You can read more about our CSVR program at: http://www.soidog.org/en/spay-neuter-program/) Soi Dog operates its CSVR programs in areas where the dog meat trade does not occur - out of Phuket (where the foundation is based), nearby provinces and in Bangkok. The dog meat trade operates further north in northern and northeastern Thailand. (In other words dogs which we sterilize are not at risk of becoming victims of the trade) Dogs rescued from the dog meat trade are taken to shelters near Bangkok financed by Soi Dog. At present 1500 dogs are cared for at this facility (Buriram Shelter), costs involved being approximately $33,000/month. We also run an active adoptions program there, which has seen many dogs adopted both in Thailand and internationally.
I follow Soi dog and cat stories on Facebook in the USA. Loving and compassionate people in the midst of heinous behavior by others. Soi Dog is on my list of many animal shelters for charitable donations for the service they provide to these voiceless innocents. I will never in my lifetime understand how anyone could harm, much less not tend to an innocent cat or dog. Also, if you do not have pay pal or want to use your charge card, there is an address in San Fran to send a check via snail mail
leonard 01/02/2015
Hi, Thanks for your interest in adopting. Please email our adoptions manager Cristy at cristy@soidog.org
I am interested in adopting a dog from Soi Dog. If one has been listed as ready for adoption, does that dog remain at Soi Dog until it is adopted or will it be released back into the streets. The dog's name is Mabel. Also, does your organization ever help with travel expenses for the dogs. I noticed some had 50 percent which had been donated, etc. Please reply.
leonard 01/02/2015
Hi, Thanks for your interest in adopting. Please email our adoptions manager Cristy at cristy@soidog.org
I am puzzled. This organization helps these poor dogs get healthy only to put them back out on the street again where they will inevitably be caught and probably end up being killed for meat. Why do you just release them????
leonard 11/27/2014
Thank you for your review. Soi Dog treats stray dogs in Phuket and parts of Bangkok. Dogs in these areas have never been known to be stolen for the dog meat trade.\n\nAll of us at Soi Dog Foundation wish we could take in all of the thousands of dogs and cats in need throughout Thailand. Soi Dog does give emergency medical treatment to stray dogs and cats, and whenever possible, we then return them to their home areas. We will also sterilize (spay or neuter) any street dog or cat in Phuket at our own expense. But there are roughly 50,000 street dogs in Phuket. Our shelter, which is for dogs and cats who have been subject to cruelty, abuse, and abandonment, is filled with around 400 animals and we simply don't have space for more.\n\nWe only return animals to their home areas if we're confident that they will be okay there. For example, if a dog lived in a neighborhood for years and was fed and loved by local people, then developed a case of mange, we will bring it to our shelter, treat it for the mange, and return it to its neighborhood when it's healthy. If the animal becomes sick again, local people call us to help. Many of the animals who come to our shelter are far happier being free in their own neighborhoods than being in the shelter.\n\nAny animals who were abused, couldn't find enough food, or were otherwise unable to have happy, healthy lives in their own neighborhoods stay at our shelter until they are hopefully adopted. \n\nThis is different than the way most shelters in Western countries operate, but most shelters in Western countries aren't in areas like Phuket that have around 50,000 stray dogs.
How the human race can allow this to happen is beyond me, but thankfully we have selfless people who help these beautiful, but pityful creatures live some kind of normal life. I am seriously considering adopting one of these beautiful dogs and have just set up a monthly payment (albeit small) to help pay for medication etc.
Keep up the good work Soi dog foundation
I just started donating to Soi Dog Foundation after I heard about them and read their stories on facebook. They do so much for animals that otherwise would be used in the illegal dog meat trade in China, Vietnam, Thailand, and other countries. Thank you Soi Dog Foundation everywhere.
I came to the shelter in Phuket to volunteer at the beginning of the year. I am still here. It is the most rewarding thing I have ever done and the dogs at the shelter will make your day, every day. The work done here is vital, and the staff carry out their jobs well. The site is bright and clean, which is good for us volunteers and staff, but more importantly, means that the animals are well taken care of and get what they need. They have a great chance of a new life here, and that is why Soi Dog is so great.
I have followed this rescue for over a year and finally last month I had the chance to visit them. They were exactly what they advertised themselves as and the volunteer experience was so worth it. The staff are friendly and they care deeply about the animals they rescue. The animals are well taken care of and loved. Seeing how bad it is in Thailand as the strays are in the thousands and they are heartbreaking to see everywhere. It was so depressing to see, but going to Soi Dog helped me to cope with it, as I realized that these animals were not alone. This foundation doesn't just rescue them. They pick up the strays, fix them and re-release in order to cull the population. They keep all animals that are wounded or wouldn't be able to survive on their own. They work with the government in stopping the Illegal Dog Meat trade and are currently housing over 1500 dogs that were rescued from those trucks. I also fell in love with a puppy while I was there, and I've since adopted her. Soi Dog was amazing at helping to arrange everything to have her fly here to Canada with a flight volunteer so she could have her forever home with me. I work with a lot of rescues, but what Soi Dog does far exceeds all of them. They deserve to be recognized and funded! Xx
I read about Soi Dog Foundation online and decided to research the organization to see if it was a worthy cause to support. What I found was impressive. The dedication and efforts by the founders and by the volunteers and staff who help rescue abused and neglected street dogs is impressive. And the successful and positive impact Soi Dog has had on victims of the dog meat trade is nothing short of amazing. The organization's spay/neuter program is reaching record numbers and there is even hope that the population of street animals will be under control soon. I am happy to be part of the international volunteer base helping Soi Dog reach its goals and rescuing and rehoming dogs to loving families.
I heard about Soi Dog Foundation a few years ago and was amazed at the work they do. I decided that I had to go to Thailand and volunteer at the shelter. I volunteered at the shelter for a week and it was an amazing experience. Soi Dog does such great work at taking care of the stray cats and dogs. They also take great care of the volunteers as well. I was happy to be able to be able to take a dog to Canada to their new home as well.
I have also fund raised for this organization to help raise donations to support the great work they do (sterilizing stray dogs and cats, sheltering those abused and injured and stopping the dog meat trade).
I enjoyed my experience at Soi Dog so much that I am already planning my next trip there next year!
Keep up the great work!!
During my first holidays in Phuket back in 2007 I've heard about Soi Dog Foundation and just went there for a short visit. I have expected to see one of this sad shelters but what I saw was far away from sad. This shelter and their dedicated work meets western standard and they really care about the animals and do everything possible to help the neglected and abused street dogs and cats. The shelter is well cared and managed. I was so impressed by their work that I decided to come back to volunteer at their shelter during my next holidays. Since then I usually spend twice a year my holidays in Phuket to volunteer at Soi Dog Foundation. Their work is really outstanding and exemplary! A great place to visit and also to support!
I have helped raise funds for Soi Dog Foundation for almost 2 years. I visited their shelters in Thailand in November of 2013. I was impressed with their work to help both the street dogs in Thailand as well as the dogs rescued from the illegal meat trade. This organization has an efficient spay/neuter/vaccination plan to systematically eliminate the street dog problem in all of Phuket. They have already played a major role in eliminating rabies in Thailand, which is something other countries in the region have not been able to do. They stepped in to combat the illegal dog meat trade and are now caring for over 5000 dogs rescued from an unthinkable fate. I can not say enough good things about Soi Dog. Their spending is efficient and responsible. The founders, staff, and volunteers love what they do and are true heroes.
I volunteered here for 4 days and couldn't leave! I stayed for 6 weeks in the end. It was the most rewarding experience of my life and cannot recommend Soi Dog enough. It was bigger than I had imagined and so clean. All the staff are wonderful people and they all love the cats and dogs. Forget the other attractions on Phuket - this is the best one :-)
I have worked with many animal welfare organizations over the past 25 years. Soi Dog Foundation is, by far, the best I have encountered. The founders, staff and volunteers are smart, dedicated and incredibly responsive. If I could give them 10 stars, I would!
If you visit Soi Dog, you will see dogs barking happily, running and playing, or sleeping in their shaded areas, volunteers walking dogs, children learning how to take good care of animals, and vets performing sterilizations and other surgeries. It is a happy scene because the dogs and cats are well-cared for by the dedicated volunteers, housed in large pens and well fed. It is a wonderfully inspiring place.
We were lucky to be able visit Soi Dog when we were in Thailand. It is run by John and Gill Dalley, an amazing British couple who went to Thailand to retire, and instead ended up working 24/7 for 10 years, to help the homeless dogs and cats. In addition to sterilising over 50,000 dogs in Phuket, they have eradicated rabies. They also run a mobile clinic, responding to help requests from many other areas. They later started a shelter in Bangkok. They helped hundreds of dogs during the floods. As if all this were not enough, they run a rescue operation to save thousands of dogs who have been kidnapped with the aim of shipping them over the border to be sold for meat as part of an illegal operation. After saving them, they house and feed them - thousands!!!! Their volunteer vets are the best in the business. Every penny that is donated is spent directly on the animals. They are now in the process of requesting permits to build a hospital. It doesn't get better than this.
Review from Guidestar
I have recently adopted a Soi dog from Phuket Thailan named Hero. Her was severely abused and had mange. Soi Dog workers are Angels sent from God!! Hero arrived safely from Phuket to Maine USA. Hero is the most precious dog and so loving. SOI dog made the adoption process so easy! And they sent 3 months of Hero, s medicationwith him. Very pleased with Soi Dog!!!!!
Soi Dog is an amazing organization. They are doing such incredible and important work in Thailand with the stray dog and cat population and in working diligently towards the ending of the Dog Meat Trade.
What I particularly love about them is that they are so hands on making a difference. Most of the senior leadership donates their time and are not paid. As a result, operational expenses are kept to a bare minimum and the majority of donations received are put directly into service on behalf of the dogs and cats in Thailand. They have grown so much over the years and this growth has not diminished their more personal relationship with donors, volunteers and supporters. Unlike other large multinational animal aid organizations, they are scrappy, down to earth and actually doing the work themselves. A wonderful, amazing organization worthy of support. And their successes are incredibly powerful and meaningful. Truly an action-based animal organization with heart and perseverance.
Soi Dog foundation is truly non-kill shelter with a team of non paid volunteers that help save lives 365 days a year. Volunteers are not limited to the shelter, there are also overseas volunteers that work for free generating awareness and helping gather donations.
Soi Dog has been fighting to stop the illegal dog meat trade for years and thanks to their efforts a big progress has been made getting the attention of political leaders, world class celebrities and international animal welfare organizations.
Soi Dog allocates over 90% of their donations straight to take care of the dogs, allowing only a minimum percentage to pay expenses. All volunteers are non paid workers.
In the last 10 years Soi Dog has done a significant improvement on cats and dogs lives in Thailand reaching the amazing number of over 50,000 animals sterilized and many thousands more rescued from the streets. Soi Dog also has a global adoption network that helps dogs get their forever homes.
Soi Dog Foundation is an outstanding organization run by volunteers. Having sterilized over 50,000 dogs (and cats) they have helped to ease the problem of overpopulation. They work tirelessly to improve the lives of the many neglected, abused and injured street and beach dogs. They help to feed and care for the thousands of dogs which have been rescued from the dog meat traders and are active in the fight to stop this barbaric trade.
Soi Dog Foundation is an excellent nonprofit with a great reputation. It is known worldwide for making a significant impact, not only on the lives of the dogs and cats it helps, but also on the entire dog population of Phuket and on the cruel dog meat trade.
I have donated to and followed the work of Soi Dog for several years. In my opinion one of the most effective non profits in helping dogs and cats.
Soi Dog's work in ending the illegal dog meat trade to Vietnam has been amazingly successful and countless dogs lives have been saved.
Their main focus is on sterilization of street dogs and cats which is the only effective (and humane) method of addressing the root cause of the suffering this being over population. To date Soi Dog has sterilized over 55,000 dogs and cats.
Since moving to Phuket I have become aware of the terrible suffering of street dogs and cats. I think that the work that Soi Dog Foundation do to help these poor animals and the sterilization program is very worthwhile. I am proud to support the work that they do.
When I first came to Thailand and saw the prevelance of street dogs and cats and the suffering they endure, I couldn't just sit by. I heard about Soi Dogs and the work they do and decided to be a donor. We then visited the shelter and got to meet the staff and realised that the level of dedication from the staff and John and Gill Dalley is absolutely 100%. What I liked most is that a very high percentage of the donations they receive gets to where it is needed - ie Care of dogs and cats as they don't have layers and layers of paid admin staff. In fact I am amazed at how many people around the world run the charity as complete uniad volunteers.
I am very proud to support Soi Dog and certainly recommend them to anyone as they do a great job under often difficult circumstances..
It is also great to see they are now covering Bangkok and taking up the mantle of trying stop the suffering in the dog meat trade ...
I found the Soi Dog Foundation seven years ago on my honeymoon and I have been supporting them ever since. I have become more and more involved as the years go on and have visited the shelters in both Phuket and Bangkok. This group has done the most amazing job with the funds they have and with the great volunteer system they have all over the world. I love that even the top members of the foundation do not take a salary so that each dollar raised really goes to the dogs and not administrative fees.
I have seen these wonderful volunteers in action and highly recommend you to visit soidog.org to learn more about the organization. They have made such a difference for the dogs and cats of Thailand!
From the time we moved to Phuket I have been proud to support Soidog and to watch their outstanding work. This is an organisation with a clear goal and clear objectives and they are making a real difference on many levels.
Great organisation working on many levels. Probably one of the most effective in South East Asia,
Wonderful dedicated people - not afraid to tackle the bid issues such as the dog meat trade while still focusing on the the very important issue of sterilization.
This is a wonderful organization that is fighting horrific abuse of animals in Thailand and Vietnam where dogs are left to bleed to death and physically abused. In addition there is a growing dog meat trade where dogs are stuffed together in cages and land on the chopping block. (you can find this article in CNN -June 2013).
Please support them as they are fighting hard and your funds will go for a good cause. I have seen that they do not have any paid staff which means that the money goes not to salaries but to the animals and the operating expenses.
I got to know Soi Dog Foundation from the Bangkok flood in 2011 in Thailand. After getting to know the history and the work of Soi Dog, I have become a fan from Soi Dog. The dedicated and hard work from the Soi Dog volunteers around the world shows trust and faith which people have for Soi Dog and I am proud to be a Soi Dog volunteer. As a Thai, animal loving person, I am very glad that there is Soi Dog in Thailand. Thank you to John & Jill Dally, the co-founder who I really admire from my heart.
Soi dogs has an Amazing reputation and they deserve it. I have been fortunate to meet them many years ago &adopted a dog when I was in Phuket on holiday and can only praise their work !
These people are really great so if you want a dog you know where to go and if you want to sponsor a dog(or more) you will definitively know that your money is well spent.
As a lawyer involved with the media,I know Soi Dog has a terrific reputation,and is a charity which does magnificent work to alleviate the unimaginable suffering of dogs in Thailand and other Asian countries who are captured,often from private owners,crammed into tiny cages with hundreds of others,, and transported to be killed in barbaric fashion for the dog meat trade.They campaign with authorities to stamp out this trade and help bring perpetrators to justice.They also rescue many of these dogs and look after them,and try to rehome them.Imagine your dog was abused like this-you would want a charity like Soi Dog to help.
Great charity where you really get 'bang for buck'. Many dogs are in strife around the world, but Thailand has some very specific problems - and unique opportunities for fixing them.
Soi Dog targets Phuket, an island with a relatively easy, solvable street (soi) dog problem. All it needs is a little money (from you) and the love and care of the Thai and foreign workers doing their best with the local dogs.
Their main program seems to be capture, treat, neuter and release. This is proven to be the most humane method of helping street dogs.
In addition, they rescue injured animals, treat them and have amazing success. You can sponsor such animals and watch with regular updates as they are brought back from abused, skinny and broken to lovable rogues!
Finally, Soi Dog is also involved with trying to stop the illegal dog meat trade where dogs are rounded up, thrown into crates (live) and smuggled over borders for food. The treatment of the animals up to slaughter is completely barbaric with not even a shred of compassion.
For less than a buck a day sponsoring a dog, you can have an enormous impact. I also send them additional gifts when needed (and I can afford it), for example, when the floods hit Thailand recently.
I have been fortunate to sponsor several dogs; it is most rewarding to see a dog changed by care, medical attention and love. The SoiDog people are to be admired for their dedication and selflessness
and are so deserving of support. Any amount donated, large or small, is used for the good of the animals and makes such a big difference.
This is one of my favorite charities. through their website you can see exactly where your money is going. They are helping the dogs and cats of Thailand that have no voice of their own and no laws to protect them. It truly is amazing the work they do on the budget they have.
This is an absolutely amazing group. They are saving dogs from the illegal meat trade. Some of these dogs were once peoples pets and have been stolen and are smuggled into and awful death trade. Please get involved, spread the word, donate, adopt. They are doing so much to save dogs just like yours. Not being in the US does not make these dogs lives worth any less in my eyes. Please take a look at the work they do and decide for yourself. https://www.soidog.org/Default.aspx
leonard 04/22/2015
Hi Soi Dog Question, As stated earlier Soi Dog runs a large scale CSVR program (Capture, Sterilize, Vaccinate & Release) as well as a large shelter in Phuket, which at any one time is home to over 400 dogs. Approximately 1800 dogs are sterilized and vaccinated each month. The majority of these dogs are returned to their local area. Dogs which cannot be returned due to physical condition (illness etc.), age or potential for abuse are taken to our shelter in Phuket. It is neither possible nor desirable to remove tens of thousands of dogs. Thailand is home to well over one million stray dogs with Phuket alone having over 60,000. Sterilization is the only effective and humane way of addressing the core cause of street animal suffering this being over population. (Do please visit the following page to gain a better understanding of our CSVR program: http://www.soidog.org/en/spay-neuter-program/ ) Rounding dogs up and placing them in shelters or pounds has no effect on population reduction whatsoever, as the fertile remainder will always rapidly breed to fill the void. Concern had been expressed in an earlier comment on this page that these dogs run the risk of becoming victims of the dog meat trade. As responded to earlier this is not the case. Soi Dog’s CSVR program operates in the south of the country where the trade does not exist. (The trade is in the north and northeast of the country) Dogs which are rescued from the dog meat trade in the north are not released. They are taken to a large purpose built shelter in Buriram Thailand financed by Soi Dog. At present in excess of 1300 dogs are at the Buriram shelter.