Our partnership began from an email that Animal League America Board Member, National Spokesperson and Foster Parent Beth Stern received from the organization in Afghanistan, which she passed along to our rescue team. “After looking into it, we determined this was something we could definitely help with,” recalled Sylvia Ottaka, Animal League America Senior Director of Rescue & Community Outreach Programs. “We worked closely with them to see who we could rescue, and identified 26 cats we were able to take in. Some had been rescued from the outdoors, others were surrendered or given up when their family moved out of the country.”

KSAR, led by Charlotte Maxwell-Jones, has grown into a vital resource in Afghanistan since its start in 2018. What began as a personal effort to help stray animals has evolved into a formal veterinary clinic and rescue organization. Their dedicated team focuses on tackling overpopulation and neglect, aiming to create a cultural shift toward compassion for animals.

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Once the cats from Kabul arrived to Animal League America, we used all our resources to give them the best chance to thrive. Many have already found loving homes, while others still await their special day. These highly intelligent cats — some even mastered door handles! — are carefully matched to environments that suit their needs. Some flourish in the lively atmosphere of Bianca’s Furry Friends Feline Adoption Center, while others prefer the quieter Feline Care Home or foster situations where they can be the sole pet.

This individualized care highlights our commitment to helping international rescue animals adapt and flourish in their new environment. By welcoming animals from organizations like KSAR, we also help our partners continue their critical work in regions where resources and opportunities for adoption are limited. Together, we are transforming lives — both animal and human — and building a global network of compassion.