A.S.A to work alongside Rhino Conservation Botswana by providing two anti-poaching dogs
A.S.A is pleased to announce plans are underway with the assistance of the 'Real Africa Trust' to provide 'Rhino Conservation Botswana' with two anti-poaching dogs to give support to their established anti-poaching strategies in the Okavango Delta, Botswana. On the 12th of October 2017 www.explorersagainstextinction.co.uk will be a gala evening to raise funds for these frontlnek9's. Updates to follow but please show your support by clicking on the link above to find out more
Animals Saving Animals to feature in KL Magazine September edition
KL Magazine is a free glossy lifestyle publication celebrating West and North Norfolk. A.S.A was thrilled to give a short feature interview highlighting the work of the anti-poaching dogs and the work of the organisation.
Justice, Savas & Shetani visit the Big Cat Sanctuary for Lion familiarisation
Earlier this month our three newest recruits visited the Big Cat Sanctuary as part of their training for Big Cat Familiarisation. It is a crucial part of their training as they will regularly encounter these animals and will need to remain steady whilst on operational work in Africa. As part of this experience the dogs go into the lion enclosures and carry out tracking exercises.
A.S.A to feature in 'Your Dog' Magazine in December edition
A.S.A recently spent the day with 'Your Dog' Magazine at the Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent. The Magazine will be running a three page article in December featuring the work of the organisation and the plight of poaching in Africa.
Dogs assist in Poaching attempt at 'Save Valley', Zimbabwe
Fantastic results from Savé Valley Conservancy, Zimbabwe and a big thank you to Bryce Clemence and his Anti-Poaching team for catching two poachers last week. The use of drones and the canine unit helped to successfully foil these poaching attempts. A true testament to the dedication of the men on the ground.
Chuilexi Conservancy Dog Section to receive new equipment from 'Sponsor a Dog'
Pictured below is the latest equipment for Chuilexi Conservancy, Mozambique bought from the Sponsor a Dog initiative. A.S.A purchased. 4 x Waterproof Jackets 4 x Camelbaks 2 x Assault Vests Tracking Line & Harness 4 x Green Trousers 2 x Collars & lead 1 x Medic pouch Dog Sections are constantly in need of new equipment and Uniforms and A.S.A are pleased to have been able to help in a small way.
ASA Training with photographer Neil Aldridge
On Friday the 5th August the ASA team joined with Conservation Photographer Neil Aldridge from Rhino Botswana to conduct a photoshoot about the AP dogs showing their progression through training. The photo below shows the enthusiasm our puppies have towards their work regardless of distraction!
A.S.A Demonstration team headline at Hatfield Game Fair 2017
From the 28th-30th July 2017 The ASA Demonstration team gave twice daily performances in the main arena at the Hatfield Game Fair 2017. The display was met with a wonderful reception from the crowd and concluded with a dramatic vehicle entry by Anti-Poaching Dog 'Ceaser' after running through smoke Grenades.
