What is needed now
The shelter itself wrote this list. It changes, so check the date of the update.
Shelter data as of November 2026
Building enclosures
The shelter has been under construction for ten years and the work never ends: old enclosures fall apart while dogs keep being brought to the gate. In winter and early spring, while builders can work, materials must be bought in advance so the work does not stop.
Materials needed
- Split blocks (about 3,000)
- 3D mesh panels
- Cement
- Crushed-stone screenings
- Ballast
- Screws and fasteners
- Slate sheets
- OSB boards
Treatment
The shelter owes money to almost every veterinary clinic in the city: dogs get sick and need examinations, treatment, surgery and hospital stays. The shelter goes to a clinic almost every week and the debts run to millions of tenge. Any amount means sick dogs are not left without treatment.
Foster care
About 30 dogs and cats live in individual foster care. They end up there when the shelter has no free places, after emergency rescues, or during quarantine; some will live out their days there. Paid staff look after them, and they need food, parasite treatment and vaccination.
Food for the porridge and hands-on help are described on the page How to help.