ANIMAL SACRIFICE​

balang bungkem Hinduism came to Bali 1,200 – 1,500 years ago, with most Hindus in Bali believing that ignoring the caru (animal sacrifice) will bring catastrophe and/or chaos.  The Resi Gana cannot take place without the sacrifice of a specific dog: The balang bungkem, a red-furred and black-mouthed dog.  Ida Pedanda Made Gunung, a high priest for the Balinese Hindu […]

RABIES

What is the current situation? An outbreak of rabies in dogs has been ongoing in Bali, Indonesia, since November 2008. As of 1st November 2011, more than 100 people have died from rabies in Bali since the outbreak began. Human and animal rabies cases have been confirmed near popular tourist destinations throughout the island. Efforts […]

ABOUT BALI DOGS​

The heritage Bali dog Did you know the ‘Bali dog’ is a breed, not just a dog that lives in Bali?  We are here to give you all the details about how special, sacred, and respected these dogs are to us, and hopefully, you too will understand why we work so hard to protect them. […]

INDONESIAN WELFARE LAWS

The following is the legislation and the threat of punishment for some breeds of animal welfare that commonly occurs. 1. The practice of violence in the Society, including beatings, stabbings, strangulation, and disposal of animals. The PENAL CODE section 302; 406; 335; 170; 540. a maximum sentence of 12 years in prison. The legislation on […]

We All Suffer in Rescue

Prue Barber and her rescued Bali Dog

In rescue we often focus on the animals, their story, their suffering, their recovery and their ultimate happiness. We can overlook the rescuer, and rescuers overlook their own personal well being. With this kind of repetitive behaviour real damage can be done.

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