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FAQ

Find answers to common questions.

What is BARC’s mission & work?

  • BARC (Bhutan Animal Rescue and Care) is a civil society organization formally established on June 14, 2013
  • Dedicated to animal rescue, treatment, and care
  • Provide emergency rescue services
  • Offer veterinary medical care, nursing, and rehabilitation for sick, injured, and handicapped animals.
  • Provide inpatient and outpatient care
  • Offer quarantine services for infectious diseases
  • Advocate for animal welfare throughout Bhutan
  • BARC’s guiding vision promotes Animal Happiness, mirroring Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness (GNH) philosophy
  • Emphasize respectful, kind, and compassionate treatment of animals
  • Aim to nurture a harmonious relationship between humans and animals
  • While Bhutan’s Buddhist values naturally support compassion for animals, many animals still suffer from illness, injury, and starvation
  • Our work addresses this critical need while honoring Bhutanese culture and values

The Eternal Knot (also called the Endless Knot) is one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols in Tibetan Buddhism. This ancient symbol represents the interconnection of all life—showing how all beings and events are woven together in an infinite pattern with no beginning or end.
The knot also symbolizes the union of wisdom and compassion in action. For BARC, this perfectly embodies our mission: recognizing that the welfare of animals, people, and the environment are all interconnected, and that compassionate action grounded in understanding creates lasting positive change for all sentient beings.

  • BARC’s guiding vision promotes Animal Happiness, mirroring Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness (GNH) philosophy

  • Emphasize respectful, kind, and compassionate treatment of animals
    Aim to nurture a harmonious relationship between humans and animals

  • While Bhutan’s Buddhist values naturally support compassion for animals, many animals still suffer from illness, injury, and starvation

  • Our work addresses this critical need while honoring Bhutanese culture and values
  • Operating without a proper animal clinic, Intensive Care Unit, or quarantine facility
    Lack of staff accommodations
  • Continuing rescue and care work from locally rented spaces
    Struggling to provide adequate services due to a lack of space, facilities, and staff
  • Overwhelmed with the number and severity of animal treatments needed
  • No choice but to continue rescuing every animal in need

What services does BARC provide?

  • Emergency rescue coordination
    Animal treatment, nursing, and rehabilitation services
  • In-patient care for sick, injured, and handicapped animals
  • Outpatient care as needed
  • Quarantine services for infectious disease patients
  • Practical skill training for students in the Diploma course for livestock and small animal care
  • Curriculum and skill development for BSc students in small animal veterinary care
  • Temporary employment for graduates to develop practical veterinary skills
  • Training for community volunteers on animal health and basic care

  • Awareness and education on animal welfare for school children and visitors
  • Animal therapy sessions for mental health support and recovering drug addicts
  • Guided employment and skill development programs for the reintegration of patients into society
  • Rescued and provided care for thousands of animals
  • Improved medical care and extended outreach of rescue and treatment services
  • Developed macaque rehabilitation and reintegration programs
  • Provided internships and employment to CNR students, improving practical skills
  • Developed and delivered animal therapy and animal welfare education programs
  • Established collaborations with international partners for all BARC programs

The Centre for Animal Happiness is BARC’s vision for a comprehensive animal care facility in Tshaluna that will include:

  • A proper animal clinic building with quarantine space
  • Visitor and education building with pavilion and garden
  • Food preparation and laundry facilities
  • Staff quarters and canteen
  • Proper enclosures for all animals
  • Laboratory equipment for blood tests and diagnostics
  • Currently, we operate without these essential facilities and continue our rescue and care work from temporary, rented spaces. 

How do I donate?

You can donate through our website at www.barc.bt. 
For specific inquiries about donations, please contact us at [email protected] or call +975 77103516

You can donate through our website at www.barc.bt. For specific inquiries about donations, please contact us at [email protected] or call +975 77103516.

  • Emergency veterinary care and medical supplies
    Food and daily care for 230 dogs, 20 cats, 70 macaque monkeys, and other wildlife
    Building the Centre for Animal Happiness, including proper clinic facilities, quarantine spaces, and education buildings
    Veterinary equipment and supplies
    Educational programs for schools and communities
    Animal therapy programs
    Training for veterinary students and staff
  • Medical equipment (movable surgery tables, laboratory equipment for blood tests, tranquilizer gun, animal kennels, dog wheelchairs)
  • Veterinary professionals (International Vet for treatment and training, National Vets, Vet-Techs, and Vet-Nurses)
  • Program Officers for Animal Therapy and Animal Welfare Education
  • Partnerships with international animal welfare organizations
  • Yes, we can provide receipts and documentation for your donation
  • We’ll work with you to ensure you have all the necessary paperwork for your tax filing
  • For complex contributions, we recommend consulting with your tax advisor
  • Contact us to discuss specific documentation requirements for your country
  • Check with your tax advisor or the local tax authority to determine whether donations to Bhutanese charitable organizations qualify.
  • We recommend keeping your donation receipt and confirmation email. 

Options for larger donations?

  • Many US donors use Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) for tax-efficient giving
  • DAFs allow you to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction, and recommend grants to BARC over time
  • Popular DAF providers include Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, and Vanguard Charitable
  • We can work with your DAF provider to facilitate the donation process
  • Contact us to explore the best approach for your country and circumstances.
  • For larger donations, direct wire transfers may be the most efficient method
  • We can provide banking details and coordinate the transfer process
  • Suitable for both domestic and international donors
  • Ensures funds reach BARC quickly and securely
  • Spread your contribution over multiple years
  • Helps BARC with long-term planning and sustainability
  • Can align with your financial planning and tax strategy
  • Flexible payment schedules available
  • Donate needed equipment or supplies directly
    Medical equipment (surgery tables, laboratory equipment, tranquilizer guns).
Animal kennels and wheelchairs. Veterinary supplies and medications
    Construction materials for Centre for Animal Happiness buildings
    In-kind donations may offer tax benefits in some countries
    We can provide documentation for your tax records
  • Contact Hendrik Visser directly: [email protected] or +975 17 60 58 78
  • We’ll work with you to find the most beneficial approach for both you and BARC
  • All conversations are confidential and tailored to your specific situation.
  • BARC welcomes volunteers, particularly those with veterinary skills or animal care experience
  • We provide training opportunities for community volunteers on animal health and basic care.
  • Contact Hendrik Visser: [email protected] or +975 17 60 58 78