Hi Everyone,
First of all, a big, big "thank you" from all of us here at the
zoo for your generous donations over the last year. As you can see
from the pictures, our family has grown a lot and it seems that
the recession has created even more of a problem with abandoned
animals. So we have had to make a bigger effort to try and help.
The state has now obligated us to register as a "core zoo" because
we actually have more than the legal limit of animals in our care!
Which means we get legal inspections etc. to esnure that we meet
their requirements for keeping animals. They will send expert vets
who will take blood tests to make sure the animals are all healthy.
Then they will vaccinate them for all contagious diseases. We will
also get advice from them regarding the care of sheep and goats
and give us the guidance we need with these specialized animals.
It also means we must create a list of any and all animals that we
have and may have in the future.... horses, donkeys and cows etc.
will all become animals that we can legally protect! And we will.
We are working with a local animal shelter, Asoka. They specialise
in dogs and cats mainly and we are busy creating space for some of
the animals that they don't have room for, like two sheep! We have
agreed to share a lot of our land to help with this effort and
this is where you come in
We need to finish the stable extension and adapt the existing one
to meet their requirements which include special drainage,
specific dimensions per animal etc. and we need to do a lot of
fencing so we can give these animals a safe and comfortable
environment. An environment that they deserve!
We have already started planting special trees and shrubs that
produce foods that are good for them. We will give them all of our
love, care and attention but we need your help to finance the
materials and the construction.
In total we need to raise approximately 10,000.00 as soon as
possible and every penny you can give will be a big help so please
consider giving through our Paypal facility and be a part of this
essential moment. The money covers not just materials but labour
and ancilliary costs. As an example we need 3,300.00 for the
fencing alone and 1,000.00 for the materials to roof the stables
properly, not counting the labour!
At the moment we are looking for volunteers to help the people we
are already employing and we are supplementing your donations with
our own money because we are determined to make this project
successful. Fixed salaries at the moment amount to 2,000.00 per
month.
You can donate money of course, but expertise, advice and
materials are just as valuable so please think about how you can
help.
We know from experience that we can count on you so please drag
your friends into this and let's make a difference together.
God bless,
Ken & Monica
Esperanza Street website, click here!
