First Lady presents mobile rescue unit to animal welfare activists

First Lady Arya Ali yesterday kept a commitment made to a local animal welfare group and presented it with a mobile animal clinic and rescue unit.

Earlier this year, representatives from Tails of Hope met with the First Lady and made known its needs.

According to a release from the First Lady’s office, the group said that the mobile unit would allow Tails of Hope to expand its reach to offer assistance to communities where there are no qualified veterinarians. Additionally, they said that it would allow them to offer low cost services such as vaccinations, deworming, treatment of ticks and bugs, and spaying and neutering across the country.

With support from Rudisa Motors Guyana, the release said that Mrs. Ali acquired a 2015 Toyota Noah which was yesterday handed over to the group for its animal welfare activities.

The vehicle will allow for healthcare examinations such as screening and dental care – basic ambulatory procedures that meet the requirements of a qualified veterinarian.

The vehicle, which will also serve as a rescue unit for animals, was vinyl wrapped by Impressions with depictions of animals and important information for rescue and veterinary services.

At the handing over ceremony which was held at State House, the First Lady expressed how delighted she was to be able to support the work of Tails of Hope in a tangible way.

She urged the group to ensure that they value the efforts of those who would have contributed to the initiative, by ensuring that the mobile unit is used for its intended purpose, and that it is treated with care.

To ensure compliance, an agreement was also signed between the Office of the First Lady and Tails of Hope.