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Our foundation and corporate sponsors WSPA is funding our ABC, Rescue and part of Education Program. They also provided funding for our new vehicle "Animal Ambulance". The Humane Society International US funded our first vehicle - which is still going. The Chaudhary Group has over 40 companies under its umbrella and a distribution network spanning the Indian Subcontinent. They generously support the KAT Centre with monthly donations. The Body Shop has contributed to our running costs. digitworks designed, built and continue to update this website. The Alice Morgan Wright-Edith Goode Trust has facilitated our education programmes. The Charlotte Parks Foundation supported our ABC programme for three months. The Marchig Animal Welfare Trust has sponsored our ABC program. A number of other companies, large and small, have donated mnedicine, equipment and food. |
Information for volunteers
Volunteers also play an essential part in achieving our goal. There are many different tasks you can get involved in here at KAT. Where possible, we will try to match your skills and expectations with the work available to make this a rewarding experience for both parties. KAT welcomes both technical (vets and nurses) and non-technical volunteers. Please see separate guidelines for technical and non-technical volunteers. It's worth noting that the longer you stay, the more involved you will become as staff will have time to get to know your competencies and allocate responsibilities to you. We have found it particularly beneficial to both parties when the volunteer is able to spend a month or more with KAT. Location/Accommodation KAT Centre is located in Chapali Gaon, near Budhanilkantha, approximately 3.5 km from the Kathmandu ring road. There are only one or two Guest Houses in Chapali, which are quite expensive. Most Guest Houses are located in Kathmandu Centre, ranging from $5 upwards per night. If requested, we can arrange hotel accommodation for you according to your budget. Transportation You can catch a No.5 (the Nepali Symbol for 5 is like a ‘y’) micro-bus to Chapali from the Kantipath / Lazimpath road in Kathmandu. These run frequently throughout the day and cost approx 20 rupees each way from Lazimpath. Alternatively, you can take a taxi, but this will be more expensive. Visas If you are coming for less than 130 days, then you should come in on a tourist visa that is automatically issued by Immigration upon your arrival. Immigration counts the first day you arrive as your first day in country Medical Care/ Insurance All volunteers must be vaccinated against rabies and tetanus prior to arriving at the centre. You should hold adequate medical insurance to cover working at KAT. Working at KAT The volunteer's day at KAT Centre normally begins at 9am each morning. We operate every day of the week, although at weekends there is no surgery so things are generally quieter. Staff are normally at the centre between 9am and 5pm. Items to Bring with you:
Technical Volunteers - Vet & Nurse |
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© Kathmandu Animal Treatment Centre | Chapali Gaon, Budanilkantha, GPO Box 8975, EPC 4120 Kathmandu, Nepal | Tel: +977 1 4373169 |
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KAT Centre is working towards the day when all dogs can enjoy a happy life, free from the threat of unnecessary suffering. KAT Centre recognizes that staff play an important role in the future development of the charity and that without committed and dedicated staff its mission cannot be achieved. KAT Centre currently has 14 paid employees.