SHE Safe Haven Egypt: Real Rescue, Real Cats, Real Change

What is SHE Safe Haven Egypt?

SHE Safe Haven Egypt (often shortened to SHE) is a small, independent animal rescue group based in Cairo. Run by a group of incredibly dedicated people, rescuing:

• Severely injured cats

• Orphaned kittens

• Abuse and neglect cases

• Special needs felines

• Cats in imminent danger

They regularly post their rescue efforts and adoption updates via Instagram @she_sanctuary, where they also raise funds and coordinate transportation for cats going to new homes abroad.

How SHE Works

Unlike other shelters, SHE operates on a grassroots, donation-based model.

Here’s what they actually do:

• Rescue: They respond to emergencies—often cats hit by cars, poisoned, or abused.

• Vet care: They work with trusted veterinarians in Cairo to treat injuries, provide vaccinations, deworming, and spay/neuter surgeries.

• Foster care: Cats recover in quiet home environments, not in kennels or cages.

• International adoption: Cats are adopted out to Europe, the UK, and North America through travel volunteer programs and trusted adoption partners.

• Transparency: Each case is shared with photos, vet updates, and follow-up adoption stories online.

Suzy’s Story: From Cairo to Cuddles

Not to brag (okay, maybe a little)... but our girl Suzy is living proof of SHE’s magic. She was found as an abandoned kitten in Cairo and taken in by SHE’s team. With round-the-clock care, Suzy regained her health, strength, and feisty personality.

After months in foster care, she was matched with us—and now she’s not just surviving, she’s thriving.

She sleeps on the couch, patrols the windowsill like a queen, and runs the house (as all good cats should).

Why This Work Matters

Cairo, like many large cities, has a massive stray cat population. Due to limited resources, low awareness of spaying/neutering, and animal welfare challenges, many cats suffer on the streets.

Without groups like SHE, many of these animals would face painful deaths or lives of neglect. Instead, these volunteers:

• Rescue cats from trash bins, abandoned buildings, and dangerous traffic

• Treat broken legs, infected wounds, eye injuries, and severe malnutrition

• Raise money online to cover surgery, food, and boarding

• Match cats with forever homes in places where they'll be safe, loved, and spoiled

Ways You Can Support SHE Safe Haven Egypt

Even if you’re not in a position to adopt, you can still make a difference. Here’s how:

1. Follow and Share Their Facebook Page (Sponsor a Baby!)

👉 SHE (Safe Haven Egypt) The more visibility they get, the more cats get help. A simple share can be life-saving.

2. Donate Directly

They accept donations via PayPal (linked in their IG bio). Your contribution can cover:

• Emergency vet bills

• Travel costs for international adoptions

• Food and shelter expenses

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3. Volunteer as a Travel Buddy

If you’re flying from Egypt to the EU, UK, or North America, you can help escort a rescue cat to their new home! SHE covers the paperwork and makes it easy.

4. Adopt or Foster

Check their stories and posts for available cats. They handle all the vetting and export logistics. You could give a second chance to a cat that really needs it.

Real-Life Rescue Highlights

🐾 Sasha (now Sienna) – Once a scrappy little soul abandoned on the harsh streets of Cairo, Sasha got scooped up by SHE and given a fighting chance. She made a stylish pit stop in Athens (with yours truly as her personal concierge), and now? She’s living her best Mediterranean diva life in Barcelona, ruling her new home like a true Catalan queen—sunbeams, tapas crumbs, and all.

Each of these rescue-to-royalty stories is backed by date-stamped updates, real-time progress pics, and receipts. No fluff, no filters—just real rescue, real love.

FAQs

Q: Is SHE a registered charity?

Yes, not only a registered charity in Egypt but also in USA

Q: How can I trust they’re legit?

They’ve been operating for years, have dozens of adoption success stories documented publicly, and are supported by international volunteers and repeat donors.

Q: Do they only help cats?

Their focus is primarily on cats due to the overwhelming population in Cairo, but they occasionally help injured or vulnerable dogs and any other animal in need when possible.

Q: How long does the adoption process take?

It varies based on location and travel schedules, but most adopters report timelines of 4–6 weeks after approval.

Small Team, Big Heart ❤️

SHE Safe Haven Egypt may be small, but their heart is anything but. In a place where thousands of cats are forgotten, they show up every single day—rescuing, healing, and rehoming those who can't help themselves.

From our own Suzy’s transformation to the dozens of rescue stories shared online, one thing is clear: they are doing something extraordinary.

If you’ve ever thought, “I wish I could help animals, but I don’t know where to start,”—this is your sign.

👉 Start here: Follow SHE on Instagram👉 Or donate directly via their IG link to support their next rescue

And remember—rescuing one cat won’t change the world, but it will change that cat’s world forever.