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On 2023-07-17 the Kurdistan Animal Protection Organization (KAPO) received a distressing report from an animal lover regarding a local pet shop located on Bakhtyary Street in Erbil. The shop had been left unattended for five days, leaving the animals inside without food, water, or proper care. Upon receiving the report, KAPO immediately dispatched a team...
On 2024-04-04 the Kurdistan Animal Protection Organization received an urgent call from an animal lover reporting a distressing case: a puppy had fallen into a deep sewer approximately 5-6 meters deep and had been trapped there for three days. Upon receiving the report, the organization immediately sprang into action. Under the leadership of Farman Fadhil...
In a recent interview on WAR TV, Farman Fadil Hasan, a well-known and dedicated animal lover, shared his inspiring journey of rescuing and caring for stray animals. Although not his official profession, Farman has taken it upon himself to address the growing issue of neglected and distressed animals in his community. He explained that while...
On 2023-12-27 the Kurdistan Animal Protection Organization received a request from Ms. Erica, who expressed her desire to visit the Erbil shelter to provide care for sick animals. In line with our mission to support animal welfare, our organization promptly assigned two team members to accompany Ms. Erica and assist her during her visit. Upon...
On 14th January 2025, the KAP organization was informed by a compassionate individual about a kitten trapped in a 1.5-meter-deep area in Lebanese village in Erbil. The kitten was in a state of extreme fear, stress, hunger, and thirst. After significant effort and persistence, our team was able to successfully rescue the kitten.
KAP CEO Farman Fadhil Discusses Stray Dog Issues on GK TVOn February 14, 2025, Farman Fadhil, CEO of the Kurdistan Animal Protection (KAP) organization, appeared on GK TV alongside presenter Shatoo Khalil, Dr. Awaz Sardar, Veterinary Officer of Bakrajo, and animal rights activist Mr. Saryas from Kalar. The discussion centered on the challenges and solutions...
On June 4, 2024, the Kurdistan Animal Protection Organization had the honor of attending the exclusive preview of the War Tails documentary, organized by the Worldwide Vets Organization in London, UK. This event marked the official release of the film, which sheds light on the crucial role animals play in conflict zones. During the gathering,...
The founder of the Kurdistan Animal Protection Organization (KAPO), Mr. Farman Fadhil, and team member Ms. Dunya spent a special day at the KAPO shelter. They worked together to make sure the animals felt loved, cared for, and well-fed. This meaningful visit shows KAPO’s strong dedication to helping and protecting animals in need. Let us...
In Erbil, a monkey reportedly endured severe abuse at the hands of its owner, leaving it unconscious and confined for an extended period. Medical evaluations revealed that the monkey had become an unintended victim in a domestic dispute, causing it extreme physical and emotional trauma. Witnesses report that the owner forced the monkey to consume...
On May 30, 2023, the Kurdistan Animal Protection Organization (KAPO) endured a heartbreaking act of cruelty when an unknown group set fire to a kennel created to protect vulnerable street dogs in Hawleri Nwe. This tragic incident led to the immediate loss of three dogs, while two others were injured and are now under medical...
