what we do

We rescue the stray, surrendered and stranded dogs and cats of Doha. We focus mostly on special needs animals who are looking for a chance at a home. Currently, we have around 350 cats who live in a free-roam sanctuary nicknamed “The Cat Castle” and 7 dogs in foster. We re-home locally and internationally, specifically throughout the United Kingdom and Canada.

A small tan dog with floppy ears lying in a corner, surrounded by various pieces of trash and debris, with a mischievous expression and wide eyes.

A cute yellow puppy wrapped in a soft gray towel.

A woman with sunglasses and a black top is holding a yellow Labrador puppy with a pink collar and leash, close to her face during an outdoor walk.

A young girl sitting on the floor surrounded by and feeding numerous cats and kittens. Several food dishes are visible, and the scene is indoors with a tiled floor and plain walls.

Why We Do It

It all started when our co-founder, Dana, came across an injured puppy. She couldn't bear to leave her and so, Dory, the first rescue of Pawmise was initiated. Like all rescues, it started with one and blossomed into many! Dana met our other co-founder, Lana both of whom shared a love for animals. Together, they started Pawmise Rescue — a promise to all the stray “paws” out on the streets of Doha looking for help that we would be there. We like to think that we fulfilled that promise, and still continue to do so. Since 2019, Pawmise has re-homed over 400 cats and 40 dogs. We are partnered with Furry Good Deeds Qatar, whom operate on the same grounds.