From Wellbeing Magazine · Editorial Team · · 1m 20s
Ben Fogle Backs Vet Running 600km for Sri Lankan Street Dogs
British vet Janey Lowes runs 600km across Sri Lanka to fund a new animal hospital for 3 million street dogs.
In brief
British vet Janey Lowes runs 600km across Sri Lanka to fund a new animal hospital for 3 million street dogs. Dr Janey Lowes completes 267km of her 600km run to raise £63,680 for WECare's new veterinary facility in Sri Lanka. Originally reported by Wellbeing Magazine.
Dr Janey Lowes Completes 267km
Dr Janey Lowes has run 267km to raise £63,680 for Sri Lanka's street dogs.
Ben Fogle Praises Janey's Determination
Ben Fogle, a Patron of WECare, praised Janey Lowes' commitment to animal welfare.
Janey's 600km Run Goal
Janey aims to run 600km across Sri Lanka to fund a new veterinary hospital for 3 million street dogs.
WECare's Current Challenges
WECare currently treats fewer than 3,000 animals yearly due to a capacity crisis.
Janey's Physical Struggle
Janey is exhausted, with blisters and tears, but driven by the animals she saves.
“I'm absolutely exhausted. My legs are aching, my feet are covered in blisters and there have been moments when I've genuinely wondered how I'm going to take another step. I've cried from sheer exhaustion, and there are still 333 kilometres to go.”
3 Million Street Dogs in Crisis
Sri Lanka has 3 million street dogs facing untreated injuries, disease, and neglect.
WECare's Impact
WECare has saved thousands of animals through veterinary care and rehabilitation.
Fundraising Target
Janey aims to raise £2 million for a new veterinary hospital and training centre.
The Real Race
The race is against the suffering of street dogs who need immediate veterinary care.
The takeaway
Dr Janey Lowes completes 267km of her 600km run to raise £63,680 for WECare's new veterinary facility in Sri Lanka.
