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Project Healing Paws: Veterinary Care for Tigers
"Healing Paws" is dedicated to ensuring the health and well-being of tigers through comprehensive veterinary care. This project aims to establish mobile veterinary units equipped with the necessary tools and staff to provide medical treatment, conduct health checks, and carry out vaccination drives directly in tiger habitats. By offering on-site medical assistance, we can promptly address health issues, prevent disease outbreaks, and significantly improve the quality of life for these magnificent creatures.
Why It's Important:
Immediate access to medical care is crucial for endangered species like tigers, where every individual's health contributes to the survival of the population. Mobile veterinary units allow us to minimize human-tiger interactions, reducing stress on the animals while ensuring they receive the care they need in their natural environment.
What’s needed?
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Cost: $20,000
Purpose: A 4x4 vehicle modified to transport veterinary staff and equipment across various terrains.
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Cost: $15,000
Purpose: Includes portable X-ray machines, ultrasound, medical kits, vaccines, and emergency treatment supplies.
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Cost: $10,000
Purpose: To employ and train local veterinary professionals and support staff in wildlife care.
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Fuel, maintenance, insurance, and other operational expenses: $5,000
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Subtotal Cost for One Mobile Veterinary Unit: $50,000