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Fewer than 3-5,000
African painted dogs (commonly known as wild dogs) survive in
viable populations in just four countries, making this species
Africa's most endangered carnivore. DSWF funds the work of the
Painted Dog Conservation Project's monitoring and anti-poaching
work, the building of its headquarters and its vital education
project to encourage tolerance for the dogs from local communities
and ranchers.
 With
the worsening crisis in the country, more and more resources are
needed for anti-snare operations and the project has now become
one of the largest employers in the Hwange area. Hundreds of local
children from the region have visited the project's bush camps
in their first year, where they learn about the value of nature
and the environment. The project has also encouraged local artists
to make wire sculptures from the snares confiscated from the bush,
by the project's anti-poaching teams, turning them into works
of great beauty, thereby providing incomes for their families
and communities.
Reasons for DSWF support:
To save the African Painted Dog and other
wildlife in the region, benefit the local people and raise awareness
for wildlife and the environment.
DSWF funds:
As a major funder of the project, grants
are allocated for anti-poaching operations, monitoring and tracking
known packs of dogs, relocation of problem animals, local awareness
and education campaign and community work to directly benefit
the rural people.
If you are interested in saving these
wonderful creatures and helping Zimbabwe's wildlife - especially
during the current crisis please support this project by following
the links below to make a donation or you can phone the Foundation
Office on 01483 272323.
Every little contribution helps wildlife
and remember 100% of your donation will go in full to the project - thank you!
You can also help by becoming a member
of DSWF. Click here for more information
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photo credits: all photos Peter Blinston
of PDC
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