Animal Welfare in Sitia
(Reg Charity no. 417/1999)
The group, "Alliance" is foremost in looking after the welfare of animals in Sitia (Crete) and the surrounding area.
The small group, formed in 1999, and run by local Greek people, has successfully placed many dogs in new homes both locally in Crete, and in other countries. In 2009 alone, over 90 dogs found new homes overseas, and many of them are pictured here. In 2010, around 70 dogs were rehomed. The numbers rehomed last year were smaller, because of the deepening financial crisis, and there are, currently, many dogs and puppies in need of a home - some of them live on the streets until there is a chance for them, while others are in foster care. The terrible economic situation means that more and more are being abandoned, thus putting even more strain on the human and financial resources of the "Alliance" group.
The remit of the group is to care for all animals in the area, both domesticated animals and those in the wild, including dogs and cats which live on the streets and which are not capable of being re-homed. There are large numbers of "feral" cats all over Greece, and Sitia has its fair share. The majority of them exist well on scraps from restaurants and tavernas during the summer, but life is more difficult for them in the winter, and it is at this time that the work of the group in feeding them is most important. Street dogs, too, need help, and many local businesses do their share in keeping them fed and sheltered during the winter months.
The work of the "Alliance" group would be impossible without the support of the wider community. Both Greek people and foreign residents help with the care of the animals of Sitia, so if you feel you can help in any way, please contact us via the Volunteers page and let us know who (and where) you are and what you can do.
The poisoning of animals is a problem all over Greece, including here in Sitia, and awareness of the chance of it happening is important. Please carry a plastic bag with you at all times, and if you see any meat lying around (especially near bins) Pick it up, Wrap it up and Throw it away! PWT needs to be the motto which we all remember - if the life of one animal is saved then the effort is worthwhile.
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