If you didn’t already know, the Greater Amman Municipality (referred to as GAM or Amaneh) is trying to control the stray dog population by shooting them. I, like many people in the Jordanian capital, witnessed one of their shooting sprees personally a couple of weeks ago. It was heartbreaking to say the least and I … More Amman’s Program for Animal Birth Control (ABC) & Animal Welfare Center

Jordan’s national animal is an Arabian Oryx. Wait, Or-what? Yes, you heard me an Oryx. They look like this… If you’ve never seen one, well, neither have I. I’m sure they’re great, but I’m here to suggest a new national animal for Jordan, the Canaan dog. Why should the national animal of Jordan be the … More Why Jordan Should Be Proud of their Canaan Dog

For all the animal lovers out there in Amman, here is a running list of great vets in the Jordanian capital. And most importantly, all of the clinics listed below do NOT support any commercial pet sales of any sort because… #adoptdontshop !!! Important note: At the end of this article there is also a … More Veterinarian Clinics in Amman

A couple of nights ago I heard gunshots outside of my house, followed by dogs shrieking in pain. After the next round of shots I desperately ran out of the house to find out what was happening, though from the heartwrenching squeals I already knew. I ran outside and up the hill to find a … More Why is Jordan Shooting Stray Dogs? – Naji’s Story