09/29/2026
When temperatures climbed to 40°C / 104°F, the heat inside the shelter became dangerous.
The dogs were struggling to cope. Some were already collapsing from the extreme temperatures, and we knew we couldn’t simply wait for the weather to change.
So WOA began an emergency cooling project. ❤️🩹
Before we could install cooling equipment, the shelter’s electrical system first had to be upgraded and rewired to safely handle the additional demand. We then installed 1,500 square metres of roof insulation, followed by:
❄️ 9 air conditioners�💨 6 evaporative coolers�🌀 29 large ceiling fans
It was a major undertaking, made even harder by periods of heavy rain that repeatedly slowed the work. But while construction could be delayed, the summer heat couldn’t.
For nearly a month, the team worked to get the new system completed as quickly as possible.
And finally, the dogs had relief. 🥹
They no longer had to endure the brutal summer temperatures with nothing between them and the heat.
Projects like this may not always be the most visible part of rescue, but they can make an enormous difference to the animals living in our care. A safe shelter isn’t only a roof over their heads, it means creating an environment where they can actually rest, recover and feel protected. ❤️
