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Practical activity mainly on an extensive farming system

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South Eastern Vets trained as TOTs in animal welfare health at Sana Country Hotel Iganga

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On-site training on animal handling and restraint by Bam facilitators during the CPD training program

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Our Donkey welfare activities in Sebei region with hundreds of Donkeys on site needing our support

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About Us

Who We Are

Bam Animal Clinics is an animal welfare and health charity organization founded in August 2009. It was birthed out of love and concern for pets living in the hands of cruel "masters", those that had no homes and spent their entire lifetime on the streets, scratching through the garbage for a bone.

Before the organization's formation, the founder Dr. David Balondemu worked with the department of veterinary services in Iganga district. He recalls the number of cases presented regarding dogbites and how the victim dogs were treated — either killed or beaten severely. There was total chaos and something had to be done to improve the welfare of animals in the country.

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Veterinarian and volunteer examine a happy dog
2009
Founded
1000+
Animals Helped
6+
Programs
15+
Years of Service
Our Purpose

Mission, Goal & Vision

Our Mission

  • • Prevent cruelty to animals and promote kindness to all animals and birds
  • • Promote animal health and wellness by providing free veterinary services
  • • Promote good human-animal bonds through education
  • • Running a shelter for stray, abandoned and unwanted pets

Our Goal

To transform the animal resources sector through adoption of good animal welfare practices for human wellbeing, sustainable livelihoods, poverty reduction and economic growth.

Our Vision

Bam understands the link between animal abuse and human violence. We are working in partnership with organizations to support programs aimed at reducing both, through CPD education and training veterinarians who will educate animal keepers.

Our Focus

Organisational Objectives

Guiding our work to improve animal welfare, strengthen communities and promote One Health across Uganda.

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To improve the health and welfare of animals through accessible, affordable and community-based veterinary services.

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To promote humane treatment and responsible ownership of companion animals, livestock and working animals.

03

To improve the welfare of working donkeys through veterinary care, hoof care, appropriate harnessing and owner education.

04

To strengthen animal welfare knowledge and skills among communities, animal owners, veterinary professionals and para-veterinary personnel.

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To promote disease prevention and public health through vaccination, rabies prevention, responsible pet ownership and One Health approaches.

06

To strengthen veterinary capacity in Uganda through Continuing Professional Development (CPD), practical training and professional knowledge sharing.

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To improve rural livelihoods and household resilience by supporting healthier, more productive and better-managed livestock and working animals.

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To promote responsible companion-animal population management through humane spay and neuter programmes and community education.

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To link animal welfare with environmental conservation by promoting sustainable livelihoods and reducing pressures on natural resources.

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To build sustainable partnerships and community capacity that expand access to animal health, welfare, One Health and conservation services across Uganda.

Our Work

Our Programmes

Bam Animal Clinics delivers impact through focused, community-centred programmes that address the most pressing animal welfare and One Health challenges in Uganda.

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Community Veterinary Outreach

Bringing accessible veterinary healthcare directly to underserved rural communities through mobile clinics, treatment, preventive care, vaccination, parasite control, health assessments and follow-up services.

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Working Donkey Welfare

Improving the health, welfare and working capacity of donkeys through veterinary treatment, hoof care, wound management, nutrition, harness improvement, humane handling and practical training of donkey owners.

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Animal Welfare Education & Community Awareness

Building knowledge among animal owners, farmers, communities, women, youth and local leaders on responsible animal ownership, humane treatment, disease prevention, nutrition and good animal husbandry.

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Rabies Prevention & Responsible Pet Ownership

Promoting rabies prevention through vaccination, community awareness, responsible dog ownership, early reporting and education on zoonotic disease risks.

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Companion Animal Population Management

Providing and promoting humane spay and neuter services for dogs and cats while educating communities about responsible breeding, abandonment prevention and long-term companion-animal care.

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Veterinary CPD & Professional Capacity-Building

Strengthening veterinary professionals and Veterinary Para-Professionals through Continuing Professional Development, refresher training, practical learning and animal welfare education. BAM's VETS United project demonstrated this capacity, including refresher training for 46 Trainers of Trainees and six VPP workshops.

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Livestock Health & Rural Livelihoods

Supporting livestock-dependent households through animal health, disease prevention, husbandry advice, nutrition, productivity improvement and extension services, recognising that healthy animals contribute directly to household income and food security.

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One Health, Biodiversity & Environmental Conservation

Connecting animal welfare and community livelihoods with human health and environmental conservation. This programme is particularly relevant to BAM's current work in the Mount Elgon landscape, where healthier working animals and stronger livelihoods can contribute to reducing pressure on natural habitats.

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Research, Partnerships & Community Capacity Development

Building partnerships, documenting animal welfare needs and outcomes, supporting community structures, sharing knowledge and developing sustainable approaches that allow BAM's programmes to continue and expand.

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What We Offer

Our Services

We provide comprehensive veterinary services to animals in need across Uganda.

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services

Provision of diagnostic and therapeutic services to care for Animals complete health care needs including complete in-house laboratory facilities.

Surgical Services

Experienced surgeons provide a wide range of surgical procedures such as: fracture repair, exploratory procedures, and routine surgeries such as spays and neuters.

Internal Medicine

Offers complete diagnostic procedures including blood work, endoscopic capabilities. We also consult with specialists nationwide as may be needed.

Dietary Counseling

We provide guidance regarding nutritional needs for each life stage, including dietary requirements for growth, weight maintenance and performance.

Emergency Care

Emergency veterinary care for critical conditions and accidents.

Diagnosis of Livestock Diseases

Accurate diagnosis of diseases in livestock using clinical and laboratory methods.

Prescription and Treatment of Sick Animals

Prescription of appropriate medications and treatment for sick animals.

Dispensing of Veterinary Medicines

Dispensing of high-quality veterinary medicines and products.

Prevention and Control of Livestock Diseases

Vaccination, deworming, ecto-parasite control, management interventions such as proper housing design, dehorning, animal restraint structures.

Training of Farmers and Animal Handlers

Training programs on disease control and prevention for farmers and handlers.

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Our Programs

We run various programs focused on animal welfare, health, and care.Our partnerships with international organizations help us expand our reach and impact.

CPD Training

Professional development for vets

Donkey Welfare

Humane saddle making & care

Dogs & Cats

Welfare In Uganda

Community Education

Awareness & workshops

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Testimonials

What People Say

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Thank you Bam clinics for bringing vets together and for the refresher trainings.

Jackson Okello

Veterinary Professional

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Bam Animal Clinics does good work worth to support.

Melisa Nakato

Supporter

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Well done Bam Animal Clinics for improving the welfare of animals. All the best.

Tongo

Community Member

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