We are incredibly proud to share that our very own veterinary advisor and Trustee, Dr Lachlan Campbell, has been featured in a major weekend spread by The Sydney Morning Herald and other leading Australian media outlets.
The powerful feature article, titled "The Australian vet braving drones and bullets to rescue Ukraine's pets," offers a raw, detailed look into the perilous reality Lach faces every time he joins Pen Farthing and the Nowzad team on the frontlines.
Hope Amidst the Shelling
Operating under the constant threat of drone strikes and heavy artillery shelling, Lach has repeatedly volunteered to head straight into active conflict zones like Kramatorsk. Working side-by-side with our local Ukrainian team, his mission is simple yet critical: save the innocent animals left behind by war.
From treating severe roadside injuries (including a recent, heart-wrenching rescue of a dog tangled in razor wire) to administering hundreds of vital vaccinations, Lach’s bravery is a lifeline. His work provides profound comfort not just to the animals, but also to the displaced people who love them and have lost everything else.
How You Can Help Nowzad and Dr Lach's Mission
The frontline crisis is ongoing, and our teams require continuous resources to keep operations moving. If you would like to support this vital work, there are two direct ways to make an impact today:
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Support Lach Directly: You can contribute to Dr Lach’s direct personal fundraising efforts by visiting his Facebook Fundraiser Video.
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The New Australian Portal: To our amazing supporters down under, we have made it easier than ever to back our team. You can now donate directly through our brand-new, dedicated Nowzad Australian Support Portal.
Thank you for standing with Dr Lach, Pen, and the entire Nowzad team as we continue to choose compassion in the face of conflict.
To read the full, incredible story of the journey into the frontline zones, check out the original feature on The Sydney Morning Herald website or download the article as a PDF document below!