Uniquely Paws Limited – Keeping Animals and Communities Safe, One Clinic at a Time

Empowering Communities, Protecting Animals

Uniquely Paws has championed sustainable animal welfare and community empowerment in Uganda. Through free spay/neuter clinics, rabies vaccinations, and education programs, we tackle pet overpopulation and promote responsible pet care.

When communities recognize that animal welfare is a Public Health Service, then keeping their animals healthy will keep their communities safe.

Creativity with a Purpose

Our women’s collectives craft unique yellow collars that serve as identification for rabies-vaccinated animals. Each collar features a unique identifier, helping communities easily recognize protected pets. This initiative not only safeguards animals but also reduces fear and unnecessary culling. By tracking vaccinations, we’re building a safer, rabies-free future for both humans and animals.

Educating the Next Generation

We believe in inspiring change from an early age. Our school outreach programs and engaging Pet Care Colouring Books teach children the importance of responsible pet ownership, shaping a future where humans and animals thrive together.

Who We Are

Uniquely Paws is a dedicated team of animal lovers striving for positive community development in Uganda through animal welfare initiatives. The Founders come with nearly 15 years of collaboration with the Uganda Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (USPCA), with a focus on sustainable animal welfare and community empowerment. Their mission now includes combating dog and cat overpopulation and rabies through free spay/neuter clinics, rabies vaccinations, and educational initiatives like Pet Care Coloring Books. By empowering women to create animal-themed products from upcycled, recycled, or natural materials, Uniquely Paws fosters a safer, more harmonious world.

Our Approach

The Problem

The overpopulation of stray dogs and cats in our communities poses a serious threat, leading to the fear of rabies and, tragically, the mass poisoning of these animals. Unchecked, this situation heightens the risk of rabies outbreaks and other public health concerns. We cannot afford to lose another child to a rabies bite.

Empowering Women

To combat this issue, we have devised a multifaceted solution. We are empowering local women’s groups to produce a variety of animal-themed items, such as handmade crafts and merchandise, which help to raise our women and youth out of poverty, and will be sold to generate funds for our initiatives.

Our Funding Strategy

Our funding approach is multifaceted. We not only sell our handmade, crafted items at local markets and through online platforms, but we also actively seek support from donors who are passionate about animal welfare and community wellbeing.

Involving The Children

We conduct school outreach programs to teach children about responsible pet ownership. By providing engaging pet coloring books, they aim to educate young pet owners on proper care. Believing that children can be catalysts for positive change, Uniquely Paws empowers the next generation to promote animal welfare in their communities.

Community Outreach

Uniquely Paws combats stray animal overpopulation through free spay and neuter clinics, preventing unwanted litters and reducing the stray population. They also provide free rabies vaccinations to thousands of pets, protecting them from the deadly virus. This proactive approach not only safeguards animal health but also prevents rabies outbreaks in communities.

Yellow Collar Initiative

In our efforts to help track animals free from rabies, we have introduced the Yellow Collar Initiative. Every vaccinated animal is adorned with a yellow collar with a unique identifier number, made by our women’s collectives, which serves as a visible indicator of their vaccination status. This not only keeps the community informed but also ensures the safety of the animals.

Creating Healthier Communities.

One Paw at a Time

One community at a time, together with local governments, local volunteers, local veterinarians, and donors, and with the cries for help from our stray and rescued paws, our ultimate goal is to reduce the number of stray animals, eliminating the need for mass euthanasia by authorities, which leaves dead and diseased animals on our streets leading to vermin and other problems, while improving the health and welfare of community dogs, cats, and humans.

Our Impact

Since January 2025, we have spayed over 300 dogs. With each female capable of producing over 20 offspring, this effort has prevented more than 4,000 puppies from being born and entering our communities within the next 12 to 18 months.

58% Surgery Ratio

58% Spay Ratio

1351 Animals Served this year